TulsaPets Magazine September 2022

32 TulsaPets • September / October 2022 Our wildlife habitat includes deer, peacocks, owls, raccoons, foxes, turtles, squirrels, and more! Interacting with animals has been shown to have many benefits for seniors. Observing visual details and patterns in animal behavior and listening to the sounds of nature engage the brain and enhance cognitive function. And witnessing animals in nature can bring back fond childhood memories. In addition to our outstanding views of wildlife, we encourage pet visits—studies have shown that even as little as 15 minutes spent with a pet can lessen anxiety, lower blood pressure, and increase feelings of well- being and happiness. For more information on our pet-friendly community call Mary today: 918-794-1900. Or visit SaintSimeons.org. Saint Simeon’s is a mission of the Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma 3701 N. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. is a Natural Wildlife Habitat accredited by the National Wildlife Federation. SAINT SIMEON’S Did You Know ? SS_Tulsa Pets Half Page Ad.indd 1 2/15/22 8:20 AM 104 N Gilcrease Museum Rd | Tulsa, OK 74127 | 918-585-9369 www.pawsitiveveterinarycare.us Mon-Fri 7:30 am - 5:30 pm | Sat 8 -11 am Jennifer Anderson, D.V.M. SEPTEMBER 15% discount on dental cleanings! OCTOBER 10% discount on spays/neuters! The Grove at Midtown F or those who seek assisted living for people and pets together, the Grove at Midtown offers just that. Three dogs and one cat currently reside there in assisted living with their humans. People can have dogs, cats, birds, or hamsters in their apartments, usually one or two per client. Staff members at the Grove can assist residents with their animals if needed, administering medications and helping in other ways, thus allowing people to keep their beloved pets with them. The Grove at Midtown is an assisted living and memory facility at 5211 South Lewis Avenue, with 103 apartments, 57 of which are for assisted living. It has a screened patio, outside courtyard, vegetable and flower garden, and long paved walking trail. Two “community birds” live in the common area. The memory unit currently has no animals, but requests would be considered on an individual basis. Visitors can bring leashed pets into assisted living with some guidelines, says Tanya Dyer, leasing director. The Grove provides water for general animal visitors. Not all residents choose to have visits from animals. Pet visits to specific residents are allowed. Trained and certified therapy dogs with a certain number of service hours can visit, Dyer says. For more information about senior living for people and pets at the Grove at Midtown, call (918) 743-2700 or visit www.grovemidtown.com. SENIORS AND PETS