Welcome to Oakwood Creative Care!
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...
The Dementia Care Specialist You Need to Know: Meet the Occupational Therapist
In the world of dementia care, most people are familiar with the role of their general practitioner and neurologist. These professionals provide vital care in the diagnosis and management of dementia symptoms. However, many families affected by Alzheimer’s or other...
Around The World With OCC: A Cognitive Engagement Experience
Oakwood Creative Care's cognitive engagement class has booked a one-way ticket around the world! Over the last few months, members of Town Center Day Club have been virtually traveling through the continents, tracking their travels across South and Central America....
Dementia: How Many Types Are There?
When people hear the word “dementia,” they usually think of Alzheimer’s disease. In some cases, dementia and Alzheimer’s are often mistaken as being the same thing when, in fact, dementia is an umbrella term used to describe many different conditions affecting the...
What Happens To Your Brain When You Have Alzheimer’s?
Over 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease. It is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for almost 60-70% of all cases. Alzheimer's disease is a progressive brain disorder that leads to a broad spectrum of impairments to a person's cognitive...
Mobility Awareness Month: Treating The Body After Stroke
The month of May is incredibly busy when it comes to national holidays! Of course, our calendars have all been marked for Mother’s Day, Cinco de Mayo, and Memorial Day – but what about National Mobility Awareness Month? This entire month is dedicated to bringing forth...
Dr. Lauren On Parkinson’s Disease: Let’s Get Moving!
Parkinson's Disease & The Benefits Of Routine ExerciseIt’s Parkinson’s Awareness Month, and Dr. Lauren Braley is kicking us off with some expert tips and tricks to get up and get moving! As a Physical Therapist specializing in Neurology, Dr. Lauren brings...
Parkinson’s Awareness Month
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month! Join us in learning more about Parkinson’s and showing support to those battling this disease every day.
Importance of Connection After Diagnosis
During a cognitive engagement class, some of Oakwood’s members shared a connection as they reflected on what an African proverb about forgiveness meant to them.
National Brain Injury Awareness Month
March is National Brain Injury Awareness Month, a movement pioneered by the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA). Today, Oakwood Creative Care stands by those who face daily challenges and struggles as a result of their condition. As a community, we must come...