Sep 23, 2024 | Learn, OCC News, OCCNews
October 9th is Ageism Awareness Day. However, you might be wondering what ageism is and what this means for our community. Thankfully, this day is dedicated to raising awareness of a cultural phenomenon that often goes unnoticed. Oakwood Creative Care is excited to...
Sep 2, 2024 | Learn, OCC News, OCCNews
Anosognosia refers to an individual’s inability to recognize or acknowledge their condition or illness. This is something we often see while caring for our loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease or other related forms of dementia, and it can pose tough challenges for...
Aug 19, 2024 | Finding Joy in Caregiving
Being a caregiver is never an easy feat. It’s a long-term commitment that comes with watching someone you love age with a disease known to change the person you once knew, all while you juggle various roles and responsibilities to make sure your loved one is still...
Aug 6, 2024 | OCC News, OCCNews, Uncategorized
Hello! I’m Lauren Braley, a Physical Therapist (PT), Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), and Neurologic Clinical Specialist (NCS). My career journey has led me to specialize in fall prevention, an area I’m deeply passionate about. Currently, I serve at Oakwood Creative...
Aug 2, 2024 | OCC News, OCCNews, Uncategorized
What is it that gives you your purpose? Your sense of self? Think about your job, hobbies, passions, and life — all of the things that compile together to make up who you are. Now, consider what you would feel should your capacity to fulfill any of those roles be...