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2016 Walk to End Alzheimer’s

September 23rd, 2016

Last Saturday was the 2016 Walk to End Alzheimer’s at the Target Field. Another one for the books!

Puppy Vists from CoCo’s Heart Rescue

September 19th, 2016

Oak Park residents look forward to their puppy visits from CoCo’s Heart Rescue twice a month! CoCo’s Heart Rescue brings in puppies that are currently up for adoption to visit and play with the residents.

Being with a dog can help reduce cortisol (a stress hormone), and help boost levels of the serotonin (the happy hormone). Dogs seem to have an instinct for when sad or frightened people need to be comforted. For seniors facing fears of the future or surgery, a pup can help someone stay in the moment. Dogs can also help relieve the stresses of people with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Patients with dementia experience bouts of agitation, and pups can help calm them down. Source: http://bit.ly/1dOgxm1 

Fall Crafts

September 16th, 2016

The first official day of Fall is September 22nd (just one week away!), and our tenants at Oak Park Senior Living are getting into the season’s spirit!

Residents were busy working their fine motor skills making fall crafts, including painting Halloween pumpkin decorations (seen below).

An afternoon well spent!

St. Croix River Pontoon Ride

September 15th, 2016

Last Thursday, some of our tenants enjoyed a pontoon ride on the St. Croix river, courtesy of the Let’s Go Fishing Organization. The trip included going under the Stillwater Bridge, which is still being constructed.

What a beautiful day for a ride. Thank you, LGF!

Game of “Flyball”!

September 14th, 2016

Residents enjoyed a fun and recreational game of indoor Flyball, where each player had to try and keep the ball from hitting the floor using the fly swatters! Lots of laughs were had.

Save The Date: Saturday, Sept. 17th – Walk To End Alzheimer’s

September 8th, 2016

Unite in a movement to reclaim the future for millions! Please join the Southview Senior Living Communities Team for the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®, the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds to fight Alzheimer’s disease! As a team, we can advance research to treat and prevent Alzheimer’s, and provide programs and support to improve the lives of millions affected Americans. 

Please visit our Team Page to donate and/or sign up!

Our team goal is to raise $10,000, and we have already raised $7,212. Wow! Let’s see if we can reach our goal!!

The Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place on Saturday, September 17th at the Target Field in Minneapolis, MN. When you participate in the Walk, your fundraising dollars fuel our mission, and your participation in the event helps to change the level of Alzheimer’s awareness in our community. The inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities.

Together, we can end Alzheimer’s!

Happy Labor Day!

September 5th, 2016

Happy Labor Day from your friends at Oak Park Senior Living! We hope your day is filled with rest and relaxation in the company of family & friends.

Book Signing

August 15th, 2016

Transplant Surgeon Dr. John Najarian recently stopped by Oak Park for a book signing.

Alzheimer’s Fundraiser

August 12th, 2016

We had an absolute blast at last night’s Alzheimer’s fundraiser at Oak Park Senior Living!

2015 Twin Cities Walk to End Alzheimer’s

August 4th, 2016

Throwback Thursday to the 2015 Twin Cities Walk to End Alzheimer’s! Oak Park Senior Living had a great time participating last year and we are excited for the 2016 walk on September 17 at Target Field.

The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is held is more than 600 communities nationwide. Over 1,500 participants are already signed up for this year’s walk in Minneapolis! Click here to support our team and help us reach our goal!