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WELCOME to Oakwood Creative Care’s blog and resource hub! Here, you’ll find news, advice, and support for all things related to healthy living for older adults, families, and caregivers. To learn more about Oakwood, visit our website’s homepage, here.
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Meet Our New Board Members!
Meet Our New Board Members! Originally founded in 1975 as Sirrine Adult Day Health Services, our nonprofit organization began as a group of women...
Now Presenting: Red Mountain Day Club, New and Improved!
A Breath Of Fresh AirThoughts of nursing care facilities often suggest stagnant white walls, grim fluorescent lights, bingo, and knitting...
World Alzheimer’s Awareness Month – Why It Matters and How You Can Help
OCC: Rooted In Dementia Care A symbol of strength and resistance, the mighty oak tree grows upwards of 100 feet tall, cascading into the sky and...
Ideas to Keep Seniors Active at Home
Engagement Ideas to Keep Seniors Active at Home For caregivers, it can be challenging to find new ways to provide meaningful activity for your loved...
Featured Article: Life On The Lakes
As a nonprofit, we're always so appreciative for the support we receive from our community. Together, we're helping Arizona seniors and their...
Interview w/ Oakwood CEO, Sherri Friend
Tune in to hear our CEO, Sherri Friend, discuss what she learned about Alzheimer’s care abroad, how OCC has adapted to COVID-19, why dementia care...
Take your #GivingTuesday UN-Selfie!
Every year, on the 4th Thursday of November, Americans gather with their family and friends to give thanks. But...did you know that the Tuesday...
A Socially Distant Fundraising Event
“Giving is not just about making a donation. It is about making a difference” -Kathy CalvinIn case you missed it - we recently kicked off The...
New Member John Found His Passion at Town Center
For so many people, retaining skills and memories can become increasingly difficult with each passing year. In some, this is due to a natural...