One of the natural facts of life is that we all age. As that happens, we may need help with the daily tasks we once were able to perform on our own. Whether you’ve noticed these changes in yourself or a loved one, it may be time to start thinking about the next step in your journey. You’ll be glad…
Making the transition to living in a senior care facility is an important choice. Whether you’re making the choice for you or a loved one, it’s helpful to do as much research as possible. Start exploring this topic today by reading the tips in our blog post. What Are the Options? All senior living facilities are not the same. That’s…
Country living for seniors may not be the kind of challenge that everyone feels up to tackling. After all, there are plenty of potential drawbacks to living in a small country town, including less job opportunities, a need for more health care options, and a lack of adequate social services, just to name a few. But for those whose…
In March, 2018, while serving as Florida’s governor, Rick Scott implemented new regulations regarding hurricane preparedness for assisted living facilities and nursing homes in Florida. Scott put the new rules in place after 12 residents at the Hollywood Hills Rehabilitation Center in Broward County perished from heat exposure following Hurricane Irma in 2017. The residents’ deaths raised serious questions…
Moving to an assisted living community is a highly personal decision that is based on many different factors, all of which are unique to the individual who is considering the move, as well as their families. Assisted living communities are designed for older adults who value an independent, social lifestyle but who require assistance with daily activities, such as grooming,…
Family caregiving is a beautiful labor of love, but it can also be complex, exhaustive, and demanding. If you are caring for a parent or another family member, let us help you take the break you deserve with our Respite Care Program. Respite care can be a real sanity saver for overburdened family caregivers, especially those who care for…
Residents of Grand Oaks of Okeechobee recently received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. “I was very pleased the majority of our residents at all Grand Oaks communities consented and received their first vaccine dose,” said Laurie Allen, Grand Oaks Administrator. On January 21-22, the first doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine were administered to residents who wished…
According to experts in neuroscience, there are many potential health benefits associated with crafting. Participating in your favorite craft can improve anxiety, depression, and chronic pain, and it may also protect the brain from damage caused by aging. While additional research needs to be completed, past studies suggest the health benefits of crafting are comparable to those seen in…
If you follow us on Facebook, you know that Grand Oaks of Okeechobee residents love to craft! Did you know that crafting has a myriad of health benefits, like reducing stress and improving cognitive function? And when your crafts become holiday gifts or decor, that’s an even bigger benefit! Here are three holiday crafts for seniors that are fun…
After your senior loved one has made the decision to move to an assisted living community like Grand Oaks of Okeechobee, you may find that you are both a bit overwhelmed by the moving process. You may be thinking, “Where should we begin? What should we pack? How do we know what not to take?” These are all common…