We need your help! Oakwood Creative Care’s mission is to enhance the quality of life and spark joy for older adults living with Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s, and other similar disease. For the last 47 years, we have expanded our work through three Adult Day Club...
Before evolving into today’s leader in dementia advocacy and community support, Oakwood Creative Care was once known as Sirrine Adult Day Health Services. Dating back to 1975, the founders of Sirrine dreamed of establishing a nonprofit that would provide an innovative...
Did you know? In 2023, an estimated 6.7 million Americans age 65 and older were reported as living with dementia, and some sources have expected this number to grow to 13.8 million by 2060. With such a staggering growth rate, it would be safe to assume that almost...
Last year, Oakwood Creative Care’s COO, Tara Krantzman, brought our mission to enhance the quality of life for seniors with cognitive challenges to a national scale. As a fellow with LeadingAge Academy, Tara utilized her platform to amplify the voices of our community...
For families embarking on an uncharted path with a loved one’s diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, or stroke, discovering Oakwood Creative Care can feel like a wish come true – like stumbling upon a garden of hope where every person adds their unique colors to a...
We're a nonprofit organization based in Mesa, Arizona with three senior day club locations (and a fourth on the way) which serve older adults with Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's, and various other physical or cognitive challenges. Life does not end with a diagnosis. Our members continue to learn new skills, enjoy new discoveries, make friends, laugh, and live a joy-filled life. Our team of dementia experts lead support groups, events, classes, and private sessions with caregivers and families, guiding them on the best methods to care for their loved ones while also caring for themselves.
