Managing Chronic Conditions in Seniors

As we grow older, we are more likely to develop chronic conditions. These conditions can range from mild to severe, and they can have a significant impact on our quality of life. There are many things that seniors can do to manage their chronic conditions. These include: Taking medication as prescribed. This is one of […]

Serving Seniors in Quarantine: Meal Delivery Dos & Don’ts

As the coronavirus pandemic has people hunkering down and staying safe at home, mealtime has become a burden to many. The anxiety of visiting a grocery store to fight the crowds, deal with the risk of coming into close contact with others all while facing the disappointment of empty shelves, it’s no wonder meal planning […]

Generations Connect with Student Artwork

Indian Rocks Christian School Donates Children’s Art to Oak Manor Senior Living Community With schools closed and children at home, the classrooms are full of students’ abandoned artwork and crafts. Indian Rocks Christian School preschool teachers decided to gather the forgotten artwork and deliver it to the residents at Oak Manor Senior Living Community. With […]

iPad Donation Connects Residents With Loved Ones

Resident FaceTimes

With the current coronavirus pandemic, senior living communities are adhering to strict guidelines to ensure the safety and health of patients and residents, and Oak Manor Senior Living Community in Largo, Florida is no exception. Residents of the Skilled Nursing and Rehab facility are accustomed to family members, friends and volunteers visiting daily, but these […]

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 […]

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 […]