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Staff Highlight: Adela Armendi Dunbebin

by Christie Wisniewski | September 17, 2020 | Activities, Assisted Living, Grand Oaks News | 0 Comments

Adela Armendi Dunben is an Activities Assistant at Grand Oaks. Learn how she organizes activities, books entertainment, and listens to residents.

Healthy Aging Tips for Men

by Chelsea Schonhaut | September 3, 2020 | Featured, Health & Wellness | 0 Comments

The average American life expectancy is longer than ever, but men still aren’t living as long as American women. A woman’s life expectancy...

Mental Health in Seniors: Knowing When to Get Help

by Christie Wisniewski | August 13, 2020 | Health & Wellness | 0 Comments

Paying close attention to emotional and mental health in seniors you love can help ensure they receive the appropriate treatment and care.

Easing the Stress of Rightsizing or Moving to Assisted Living

by Krista Scarlett | August 6, 2020 | Assisted Living, Caregiver Support | 0 Comments

How can you help your senior loved one cope with rightsizing or moving to assisted living? Consider these tips for easing the stress of rightsizing.

Staff Highlight: Adela Armendi Dunbebin

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Mental Health in Seniors: Knowing When to Get Help

Easing the Stress of Rightsizing or Moving to Assisted Living

Healthy Aging Tips for Women

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10 Aging Myths, Debunked

Staying Healthy and Happy: 10 Tips for Caregivers

7 Summer Skin Safety Tips for Seniors

Healthy Nutrition As You Age

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What Is Respite Care?

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Sleep and Aging: Never Underestimate the Power of a Good Night's Sleep

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Stay Connected with Loved Ones During COVID-19

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Is It Time for Assisted Living Support?

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Staying Physically Active & Safe During COVID-19

Grand Oaks Celebrates Our 20th Anniversary!

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Fall Prevention Tips for Seniors

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10 Benefits of Our Johns Hopkins Medicine and Sibley Memorial Hospital Connections

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The Power of Your Phone or Tablet for Seniors

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How to Talk to Seniors About Social Distancing & COVID-19

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Social Distancing & Coronavirus: How to Protect Seniors

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COVID-19 and Seniors—What You Need to Know

10 Budget-Friendly, Healthy Eating Tips for Seniors

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9 Heart-Healthy Tips for Seniors

Celebrate Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia Care Staff Education Week

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10 Benefits of Assisted Living Facilities

How to Communicate with a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Disease or Dementia

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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

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What Seniors Need to Know About Herbal Supplements & Prescription Medications

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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

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Sibley Memorial Hospital Baby Guild - Coming Full Circle

Grand Oaks Assisted Living Facility Staff

Grand Oaks Receives 2018 Bronze National Quality Award

What is AFIB and What Seniors Need to Know

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‘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

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An Open Letter: Things Not Spoken, But Always Felt

Senior couple with Johns Hopkins physician

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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