Let’s Get Creative with Sandy! (Fall Project Edition)

Let’s Get Creative with Sandy! (Fall Project Edition)

Load up on the pumpkin spice and get ready to be creative! Sandy will be back at The Dementia Hub on 9/13 from 1:00-3:00 PM, this time with a super fun fall-themed project! Come join friends and put together a festive pumpkin decoration. Respite will be available! To...
Seniors With Dementia Channel The Artist Within

Seniors With Dementia Channel The Artist Within

Sometimes, when a member of Oakwood Creative Care is invited to join in on one of our many dementia friendly art classes, their initial response is, “No way! I’m no artist!” But, with a bit of guidance and a whole lot of encouragement from our amazing engagement...
The Science Behind Creative Therapy

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 this theory suggests that you can determine which side of the brain is more dominant depending on a person’s...
Tara’s Oakwood Journey

Tara’s Oakwood Journey

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...