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Laurie Henley, Executive Director, Joins National Center for Assisted Living Board
by Jess Heydlauf | December 11, 2025 | Featured, Grand Oaks News, Grand Oaks Team | 0 Comments
Learn about how Executive Director Laurie Henley was elected to the NCAL Board of Directors and her plans for her tenure.
The Importance of Rest During the Holidays: Why Prioritizing Sleep Matters for Seniors
by Jess Heydlauf | December 4, 2025 | Featured, Health, Wellness, & Care | 0 Comments
Discover why prioritizing sleep matters for seniors and how Grand Oaks supports restfulness for a stress-free holiday season.
Get to Know the Grand Oaks Team: Mareem Mbaye
by Jess Heydlauf | November 20, 2025 | Featured, Grand Oaks Team | 0 Comments
Meet Mareem Mbaye, Grand Oaks’ Sales Associate, and learn how she welcomes residents and families to our home.
Holiday Tips for Supporting a Loved One with Dementia or Alzheimer’s
by Jess Heydlauf | November 6, 2025 | Caregiver Support, Featured, Health, Wellness, & Care | 0 Comments
Supporting a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s during the holidays? Discover our tips to create a meaningful celebration for all.
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15 Activities for Seniors with Limited Mobility
Controlling Your Cholesterol as You Age
Grand Oaks Senior Living Commemorates National Assisted Living Week®
How Grand Oaks Helps You Age Well
Seniors: Stay Safe from Fraud and Scams
What to Look for in Memory Care
5 New Hobbies to Start this Summer
Fun Activities to Do While Visiting Your Loved One at Grand Oaks
What to Consider When Choosing a Senior Living Community
Fresh Summer Recipes for Seniors
10 Ways the Grand Oaks Team Improves the Lives of Residents
Exercise and Arthritis: Why It’s Important
Managing Stress as You Age
10 Activities for People with Parkinson's Disease
The Difference Between Eczema and Psoriasis
What You Should Know About Kidney Disease and Aging
Staying Active with Heart Disease
10 Ways to Incorporate More Fiber into Your Diet
How to Keep Your Joints Healthy as You Age
What You Should Know About Glaucoma
5 DIY Holiday Gift Ideas for Seniors
The Importance of Proper Handwashing for Seniors
10 Brain-Stimulating Activities for a Loved One with Dementia or Alzheimer's Disease
10 Diabetes-Friendly Foods for Seniors
10 Reasons Your Senior Loved One Will Love Living at Grand Oaks
Show Your Lungs Some Love
Healthy Recipes Using Fall Produce
Prostate Cancer: What to Know
Benefits of Walking for Seniors
What to Expect When a Loved One Has Cataracts
Summer Fun for Seniors
Headaches in Seniors
Stroke Awareness: Signs, Risk Factors, Treatment, and Prevention
Oral Health for Seniors
Celebrate Spring with a Senior Loved One
Tips for Seniors to Stay Safe after Vaccination
Colorectal Cancer Can Be 90 Percent Curable
Financial Fitness Strategies for Seniors
Could Cancer Deaths Be Preventable?
Vaccination Is Safe and Critical to Fighting COVID-19
Maintain a Healthy Weight in the New Year
New Year's Resolutions to Ring in the New Year
Winter Activities for Seniors
Winter Safety Tips for Seniors & Caregivers
A Thanksgiving Unlike Any Other
Luxury Assisted Living for Your Loved One
Alzheimer’s Disease: What You Need to Know
Mental Health in Seniors: Knowing When to Get Help
Staff Highlight: Adela Armendi Dunbebin
Mental Health in Seniors: Knowing When to Get Help
Easing the Stress of Rightsizing or Moving to Assisted Living
Healthy Aging Tips for Women
10 Aging Myths, Debunked
Staying Healthy and Happy: 10 Tips for Caregivers
7 Summer Skin Safety Tips for Seniors
Healthy Nutrition As You Age
What Is Respite Care?
Sleep and Aging: Never Underestimate the Power of a Good Night's Sleep
Stay Connected with Loved Ones During COVID-19
Is It Time for Assisted Living Support?
Staying Physically Active & Safe During COVID-19
Grand Oaks Celebrates Our 20th Anniversary!
Fall Prevention Tips for Seniors
10 Benefits of Our Johns Hopkins Medicine and Sibley Memorial Hospital Connections
The Power of Your Phone or Tablet for Seniors
How to Talk to Seniors About Social Distancing & COVID-19
Social Distancing & Coronavirus: How to Protect Seniors
COVID-19 and Seniors—What You Need to Know
10 Budget-Friendly, Healthy Eating Tips for Seniors
9 Heart-Healthy Tips for Seniors
Celebrate Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia Care Staff Education Week
10 Benefits of Assisted Living Facilities
How to Communicate with a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Disease or Dementia
Show Your Lungs Some Love for National Healthy Lung Month
Find Your ‘Spark of Creativity’ on National Assisted Living Week
Heat Stroke & Seniors: How to Stay Safe During the Summer Heat
What Seniors Need to Know About Herbal Supplements & Prescription Medications
Grand Oaks Nurse Practitioner Publishes Research Article
Identifying the Types of Arthritis & Tips for Care
10 Exercises for People with Parkinson’s Disease
5 Ways to Enhance Brain Fitness & Health
10 Tips for Choosing the Right Assisted Living Community
10 Warning Signs to Look for When Visiting Aging Parents
Sibley Memorial Hospital Baby Guild - Coming Full Circle
Grand Oaks Receives 2018 Bronze National Quality Award
What is AFIB and What Seniors Need to Know
‘Capture the Moment’ During National Assisted Living Week
What Every Senior Should Know About Psoriasis
Grand Oaks Assisted Living Residence Earns 2018 Bronze National Quality Award
What is Low Vision & How Grand Oaks Can Help
5 Signs You Might Be Experiencing Hearing Loss
An Open Letter: Things Not Spoken, But Always Felt
Understanding Parkinson’s Disease and Finding the Right Care Plan
Sibley’s Grand Oaks’ Oasis Neighborhood Dementia Program Wins
Seniors Help Seniors in Honor of National Senior Citizens Day
Summer Travel Tips for Seniors
Grand Oaks Resident Elaine Light Has a Taste for Fine Dining
How Doanne Kiechel Stays Fit & Active at 88
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