NEW! Medicare-approved program covers families navigating dementia.
This is a free, simple, and safe "healthy brain check-up" that tests memory and other thinking skills through a series of questions and/or tasks that take approximately 10 mins to complete and can indicate if someone might benefit from a comprehensive medical evaluation. *RSVP Required! * It is not used to diagnose any particular illness […]
RSVP Required: email Barbara at: barbara@oakwoodcreativecare.org Are you caring for someone with dementia or another cognitive impairment? Join a group of fellow family caregivers to learn how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the challenges of caring for someone with dementia or other cognitive impairment. In the Finding Meaning and Hope discussion […]
Come join us for this lunch and learn about "How to talk with family about your final wishes," presented by Alicia Rosenquist with Red Mountain Funeral Home! We plan vacations, weddings, parties, and holiday gatherings, but we tend to avoid discussing end-of-life planning. By talking about final arrangements ahead of time, you can relieve your […]
This is a hands-on experiential training that allows you to briefly step into the shoes of a person living with dementia. During the 8-minute experience, your senses (vision, sense of touch, hearing and ability to be heard, understanding and being understood) are altered to match those of a person living with dementia. Afterward, you’ll learn how […]
Join us Monday, 9/9, for a quick “healthy brain check-up.” This free “healthy brain check-up” tests memory and other thinking skills through a series of questions and/or tasks. This test takes approximately 10 mins to complete and can indicate if someone might benefit from a comprehensive medical evaluation. RSVP is required. Call (480) 361-9791. * […]
Understanding and Managing Type 2 Diabetes and Neuropathy – Don’t miss this enlightening presentation and lunch by special guest Dr. Rajiv Parikh, M.D., as he explores the complexities of Type 2 Diabetes and its associated neuropathies. Highlighting his significant work with MD First Research Chandler, Dr. Parikh will give valuable insights on: The profound impact […]
This is a hands-on experiential training that allows you to briefly step into the shoes of a person living with dementia. During the 8-minute experience, your senses (vision, sense of touch, hearing and ability to be heard, understanding and being understood) are altered to match those of a person living with dementia. Afterward, you’ll learn how […]
The ASU BEAT Research Team will join us with a presentation on the different types of exercise and how each can positively impact those with dementia. They will also review the evidence-based strategies for implementing exercise into a daily routine. Please RSVP by calling: (480) 625-3867 or emailing: Terri@oakwoodcreativecare.org.
Join us for a fun and informative session with the lovely Marie from Stoneridge Hospice! Find answers to common questions that many of us have, such as how to choose a hospice, when is my loved one eligible, & how is hospice paid for. RSVP: Call (480) 625-3867
On Thursday, September 19th, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, Dr. Mari Mercado will give an introductory presentation about GUIDE, a new program spearheaded by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to improve the quality of life for people living with dementia, reduce strain on caregivers, and help people remain in their communities. This event is […]
Bop & roll through an 8-week musical adventure! Join the Moments Matter Fall 2024 Choir and make memories that'll be the bee's knees! Join us in singing our favorite 1950s classics with folks of all ages, including those with memory challenges & their choir buddies. Get hip to the beat with weekly jam sessions leading […]
Join us Monday, 9/23, for a quick “healthy brain check-up.” This free “healthy brain check-up” tests memory and other thinking skills through a series of questions and/or tasks. This test takes approximately 10 mins to complete and can indicate if someone might benefit from a comprehensive medical evaluation. RSVP is required. Call (480) 361-9791. * […]
Did someone say PIZZA?! Grab your family and head on over to The Hub for a deliciously fun time! You better come hungry, because our Occupational Therapist (OT) student Habeeba will be hosting this family engagement pizza-making activity perfect for the whole family! We will be firing up the pizza ovens from 3:30 - 5:00 […]
Bop & roll through an 8-week musical adventure! Join the Moments Matter Fall 2024 Choir and make memories that'll be the bee's knees! Join us in singing our favorite 1950s classics with folks of all ages, including those with memory challenges & their choir buddies. Get hip to the beat with weekly jam sessions leading […]
Hey, caregivers! Join us for a weekly 60-minute problem-solving workshop hosted by a clinician trained to deliver the COPE Program, an evidence-based program offered internationally. Do you have a specific challenge you would like to discuss? This is the time! Each week, the workshop will accommodate the unique community needs present in the group. Each […]
Bop & roll through an 8-week musical adventure! Join the Moments Matter Fall 2024 Choir and make memories that'll be the bee's knees! Join us in singing our favorite 1950s classics with folks of all ages, including those with memory challenges & their choir buddies. Get hip to the beat with weekly jam sessions leading […]