It’s time for a HUGE announcement! Oakwood Creative Care kicked off the new year with a ground-breaking accomplishment! As of January, our Mesa Dementia Hub Clinic officially became licensed through the Arizona Department Of Health as Arizona’s first-ever...
Did you know? According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Arizona has the fastest-growing rate of Alzheimer’s and dementia cases in the nation. Right now, there are more than 150,000 Arizonians who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, and this number is...
With the intention of sparking joy in the community through art, both Oakwood’s team and club members at our Red Mountain location banded together to create a special monument to share with others — something that has recently been drawing some new attention —...
Through hope and creativity, Oakwood Creative Care transforms the lives of seniors with Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s, and other age-related challenges by reigniting purpose and dignity beyond a diagnosis. As a nonprofit organization, our mission is to enhance...
As a leader in innovation and transformational leadership, Tara Krantzman has tremendous passion for and expertise in human services, with big dreams for the future of senior care. Now the Chief Operating Officer, Tara reflects on the experiences she’s had working at...
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.