Wow, what a year 2019 was! We are blessed to have another year pass that was filled with lots of good times and great memories. We’ve grown closer to one another, shared laughs together, and been there for each other during tough times. While we were sad to see our beloved Activities Manager Kim take on a whole new…
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, over 40 percent of senior citizens report feeling lonely during the holiday season. Understanding how to care for and support your aging loved one when the “holiday blues” set in can help reduce their feelings of loneliness and depression. Easing holiday loneliness in seniors can also help deepen the…
Fall is a great time of year for crafting! Try these DIY craft ideas to add some festive fall fun to your home, or give them away as gifts. Pumpkin Vase Dress up your front porch, mantle, or dining room table with this fun, seasonal flower vase. Simply carve out the inside of your pumpkin, then use a multi-surface…
This September, make plans to spend National Assisted Living Week (NALW) with residents of senior living communities like Grand Oaks of Okeechobee—and be prepared to get creative! Founded in 1995 by the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL), National Assisted Living Week promotes awareness about assisted living facilities and their residents, and the important ways they benefit our local…