by Jess Heydlauf | May 21, 2026 | Activities, Featured
Things to Do with Seniors in Washington, DC Your senior years are not a closing chapter. For many, it is the first time in decades that time truly belongs to you—no schedules to meet, no obligations pulling you in every direction. Washington, DC, one of the most...
by Jess Heydlauf | May 7, 2026 | Activities, Featured, Health & Wellness
The Power of Connection: Benefits of Intergenerational Activities for Seniors Some of the most meaningful moments in life happen when generations come together: a grandparent teaching a grandchild to play chess, a teenager showing an elder how to use a new app, or...
by Jess Heydlauf | Oct 23, 2025 | Activities, Featured
Fun Halloween Activities for Seniors Halloween is a favorite holiday for people of all ages, offering a delightful mix of nostalgia and fun. For seniors, Halloween-themed activities are a great way to celebrate the season and connect with others. At Grand Oaks, we...
by Jess Heydlauf | Oct 17, 2024 | Featured, Grand Oaks Team
Get to Know the Grand Oaks Team: Jordan Asrat Activities play a vital role in everyday life at Grand Oaks. Committed to engaging and entertaining our residents, Jordan Asrat, Director of Activities since 2015, takes the lead in this initiative. As a Certified Dementia...
by Jess Heydlauf | Aug 8, 2024 | Featured, Health & Wellness
Stay Active with a Lung Condition Many seniors live with some form of lung condition, including asthma, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which affects 11-18% of people over 65 and is the sixth leading cause of...
