Visitor Limitations at Oak Manor
Visitation Limits at Oak Manor Senior Living As of March 15th, Florida Governor, Ron DeSantis and the Florida Division of Emergency Management issued a new order with tighter restrictions for visitors entering long-term care facilities. Oak Manor is committed to following the new regulations; therefore, for the next 30 days, all individuals are prohibited from […]
Pursuing a Dream: NOW is the Time
Brenda Handy, LPN, is a shining example of one who continually strives for excellence. She started her career as a respiratory therapist but quickly changed to nursing for the stability and opportunity it offered. And although her mother, aunt and five siblings are all nurses, she never seriously considered it. After only six months as […]
Home is Where the Baking is
When Bob moved to Oak Manor Senior Living Community eight years ago, he was intentional about getting involved in the community and making friends. He says that is the key to enjoying life and making Oak Manor truly feel like home. Bob started attending Oak Manor’s activities regularly, and now his daily routine wouldn’t be […]
Beating the Holiday Blues
Not feeling holly jolly during the season? You’re not alone. Twinkling lights, cheerful music, boxes tied in big red bows, and cookies shaped like snowmen should be enough to lift anyone’s spirit, right? Wrong. Stress and depression during the holiday season are not uncommon, especially for those transitioning into assisted living, caregivers struggling to meet […]
Mother’s Day Gift List for Senior Moms
Put down the slippers & pick up the latest technology. Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and many are searching for the perfect gift. A #1 MOM mug, dried noodle necklace or card with your finger-painted hand-print aren’t quite acceptable gifts from the adult child. Flowers and chocolates are a common go-to, but what […]
Empowering Seniors Through Occupational Therapy
Gardening, wrapping presents, dyeing Easter eggs, baking cookies, stringing Holiday lights, folding towels. What do these things have in common? If you guessed that these tasks can all be utilized in an occupational therapy session, give yourself a pat on the back! Put down the boring weights and take a break from the therapy gym […]
Home Is Where The Stuff Is: Downsizing, Decluttering & Relocating for Seniors
They say that home is where the heart is. Memories, traditions, tears and laughter. The things that hold the most value don’t require cardboard boxes and rolls of messy packing tape. Cherishing the intangible keepsakes never results in back pain or anxiety-ridden sleepless nights. When the time comes to organize, declutter and move out of […]
PHYSICAL THERAPY FOR SENIORS: Regaining Strength & Mobility Regardless of Age
Physical therapists work in a variety of settings including skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, outpatient clinics, and fitness centers. A physical therapists (PT) is an educated, licensed healthcare professional who works with patients to restore or improve mobility, reduce pain and lessen the need for long-term prescription medications. It is common for athletes […]
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH: Seniors Supporting the Cause
By Erinn Scheib, KR Management, LLC Let’s talk about the facts. The two most common risk factors for breast cancer are being a woman and getting older. In the United States, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. It is the second leading cause of cancer death among women […]
Caring For Your Loved Ones Through the Storm: Natural Disaster Preparedness For Seniors
By Erinn Scheib, KR Management, LLC Oct 4, 2017 Natural disasters often hit with little warning. The hurricane season of 2017 left many devastated and fearful. Even the most prepared families wonder if there was more they could have done to protect themselves as the storms approached. Those caring for elderly loved ones carried an […]