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Brewing Connections At The Memory Cafe
In partnership with Dementia Friendly Mesa, Oakwood Creative Care is pleased to announce the launch of the Mesa Memory Cafe. This free program will...
Around The World With OCC: A Cognitive Engagement Experience
Oakwood Creative Care's cognitive engagement class has booked a one-way ticket around the world! Over the last few months, members of Town Center...
Dementia: How Many Types Are There?
When people hear the word “dementia,” they usually think of Alzheimer’s disease. In some cases, dementia and Alzheimer’s are often mistaken as being...
What Happens To Your Brain When You Have Alzheimer’s?
Over 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease. It is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for almost 60-70% of all cases....
Monika’s Self-Care Made Simple
Have you met Monika, the Dementia Hub’s Clinic Director? With nearly 12 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist (OT) and seven years in...
Ambiguous Loss: Grieving Through Dementia
“When my loved one received their diagnosis, it felt like everything in the world came to a screeching halt. Every plan made for the future was...
Meet Marie: A Stroke Survivor & Oakwood Member
On August 3rd, 2007, Marie went upstairs to take some medicine for a migraine she had been having. Unfortunately, the medication had no effect on...
The Science Behind Creative Therapy
Have you ever heard the theory of left versus right-sided brain dominance? As we know, the brain is divided between two symmetrical hemispheres, and...
Mobility Awareness Month: Treating The Body After Stroke
The month of May is incredibly busy when it comes to national holidays! Of course, our calendars have all been marked for Mother’s Day, Cinco de...