Activities at Grand Oaks
Engaging Activities. Meaningful Connections.
Discover how our Activities Team creates daily opportunities for residents to connect, explore their interests, and enjoy life at Grand Oaks.
Located in the heart of the nation’s capital, Grand Oaks offers a welcoming community with access to Washington, DC’s rich arts and cultural scene. Residents can enjoy entertainment, classes, special events, and pet visits in our inviting common spaces, or join organized outings to local restaurants, shops, concerts, theaters, and attractions.
Whether exploring art history, trying painting or crochet, or sharing coffee and conversation with friends, residents have many ways to spend their days. Our Activities Team brings people together through experiences that encourage creativity, friendship, and a sense of belonging—with the freedom to participate at their own pace.
For Your Mind
Stay sharp with challenges to engage your brain—after all, brain fitness is proven to boost the quality of senior life. We have a host of enjoyable events that make you think and keep you on your toes. Among the things you can try out:
- Mental fitness games
- Bridge club
- Reading group
- Book clubs
- Health lectures
- Stress management and relaxation class
- Music appreciation
- History, music, and art lectures
- Computer classes
- Current events discussions
For Your Body
It just feels good to move every day. Here at Grand Oaks, you will find the physical activity that fits your ability and interests. Help your body feel great with these options and more:
- Tai Chi
- Gardening
- Ballroom dancing
- Walking club
- Range-of-motion classes
- Massages and spa
- Creative crafts
For Your Spirit (and Social Life)
Grand Oaks is full of people like you—people with a wealth of life experiences, great stories, and a passion for living. We set the stage for lifelong friendships with a busy social calendar to suit all personalities. Join your community at events like:
- Discussion groups
- Bridge club
- Cooking groups
- Pet visits
- Restaurant-going and shopping
- Resident socials
- Live entertainment
- Theater and concert outings in Washington, DC
- Holiday and birthday celebrations
Fun and Games
“I love trivia and word games. I used to love doing crossword puzzles, but my eyesight is not great anymore. They have adapted the games to have larger fonts so that we can still play them. I really appreciate that.”
Healthy Routines
"I always make a point of getting to the exercise classes. We have Tai Chi three times a week and it is just lovely!”
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Resident Activities
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