Modern medicine has provided us with a multitude of treatments to medicate a variety of illnesses. While this progress is remarkable, it also means that many of us take several types of medications at once. Keeping track of numerous prescriptions can be quite difficult, especially for the elderly. At Grand Oaks, we offer medication management to assist residents with the complications that come with juggling prescriptions. Here are four reasons why medication management can benefit you or your loved one. Relieves Both Patient and Family of Stress Medication management eliminates the stress of ..read more

We’ve heard it before—life is about balance. Whether it’s regarding your physical and mental health, personal life, or dietary habits, maintaining stability is always something we work towards. However, maintaining balance can be, well, a balancing act. It sounds simple, but we are often tipped one way or the other by work, relationships, and life in general. Our attention is often diverted to one problem or another, and we inevitably set balance aside. But as we age, maintaining stability becomes increasingly important. Here are four reasons why we should make balance a priority as seniors. B ..read more

Alzheimer’s care is an important aspect of the modern healthcare system. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, there was an estimated 5.4 million Americans of varying ages with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016. As the number of Americans afflicted by this disease increases, it becomes indispensable that communities provide options for Alzheimer’s care. At both Grand Oaks of Palm City and Grand Oaks of Jensen Beach, we offer highly specialized Memory Care Centers for those suffering from Alzheimer’s or dementia. Our staff members are certified in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders (ADRD ..read more

It may or may not surprise you that millions of older adults fall annually. According to the Center for Disease Control or CDC, around 2.8 million (65 and older) adults are treated for fall-related injuries in emergency rooms each year. As these numbers continue to increase over time, it is apparent that fall prevention is not a mere precaution but an absolute necessity. The Visiting Nurse Association of Florida offers a Fall Prevention program used to educate families on the best methods for preventing falls. The program provides the tools you or your loved one needs to remain healthy and ind ..read more

The holiday season has come and gone. Many of us are experiencing the post-holiday blues, while others are breathing a sigh of relief. No matter how you may feel about the holidays, there’s no doubt the season ushers in an air of enchantment, joy, and selflessness. This time of year is about generosity. It’s about spending countless hours searching for gifts that will perfectly express your understanding of another person. It’s about connection, using physical objects to convey that ever-present, instinctive feeling we all share—love. Our holiday season here at Grand Oaks was all of these thi ..read more

At Grand Oaks, residents aren’t just a face in the crowd. While our communities are grand, they are intimate, at under 100 residents per community. With a smaller number of individuals to accommodate, we are able to provide a more personal approach in caring for our residents. Senior care with Grand Oaks means becoming a valuable member of a tight-knit community. A key aspect that allows us to connect with residents on a personal level is our on-site Activities Directors. Each Director keeps monthly activities calendars for residents to stay active and social within the community. With the Ac ..read more

Choosing an elderly care provider for yourself or a loved one is a big decision. With all of the information about senior care available on the Internet, selecting the right assisted living community can become confusing. All the services, amenities, security features, dining options, room options, etc. can quickly turn a simple decision into a complicated decision. To make the process a little bit easier, here’s a list of features every elderly care community should have. Medical Support – Residents should be able to rest easy knowing help is consistently available. Elderly care communities s ..read more

In honor of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, let’s address the difference between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Most people understand what both imply: memory loss, impaired communication, poor judgment, confusion, etc. But what many don’t realize is that dementia does not necessarily denote Alzheimer’s disease. Dementia, once referred to as simply being “senile”, is actually the general umbrella term for symptoms such as memory loss and impaired cognitive function. Dementia can be caused by a number of things, one of the most prominent and well-known being Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s dis ..read more

As society continues to live longer, memory-related disorders and diseases continue to plague our elderly. While this is concerning, there are several ways to improve memory skills that may help you long before any real memory issues arise. Learn a Musical Instrument – Try your hand at one of the Grand Oaks pianos for a little musical engagement. When you challenge your brain with unfamiliar tasks, it is forced to adapt and absorb new knowledge. Learning an instrument and reading sheet music can be an intense workout for your brain and can help increase your capacity to remember new things. Bu ..read more