Oakwood Manor Senior Living

09/24/2025

💙 Staying connected goes beyond in-person visits. Even when distance, busy schedules, or life’s commitments make daily visits tough, your love and support can still shine through. ✨

From video calls to care packages, small gestures can nurture meaningful bonds and remind your loved one that they’re never far from your heart. 💌📱🌷

Read our latest blog: Connection Beyond Visits: How To Stay Engaged with Seniors in Care and discover ways to create lasting closeness—even from afar
👉 https://oakwoodmanorseniors.ca/blog/connection-beyond-visits-how-to-stay-engaged-with-seniors-in-care

09/23/2025

Staying on top of your health goes beyond the absence of illness! Regular visits with a healthcare professional ensure you are feeling your best every day. Check-ups help you manage changes, prevent complications, and stay active and independent. Prioritizing your well-being is an important part of healthy ageing, both physically and mentally.

09/19/2025

Bingo is a gentle workout for the mind.

As residents listen for numbers and mark their cards, they’re engaging attention, memory, and quick thinking, all important for maintaining cognitive health.

This familiar game encourages focus and social connection, helping to keep minds active while nurturing friendships and moments of joy.
In these calm, shared experiences, we find purpose, engagement, and a little spark of delight.

09/18/2025

Connection makes life brighter! ☀️

Staying social is an important aspect of mental well-being at all stages of life. From meeting new friends to staying connected with loved ones, here are three simple ways to make the most of your social life.

09/16/2025

You’re invited to a meaningful morning at Oakwood Manor 🌿

Join us on Saturday, September 27 from 10:00–11:30 a.m. for our next Brunch & Learn seminar, designed to support families and caregivers.

This session will explore group-based dementia programs, led by guest speaker Gwendolyn de Geest, Program Director at Memory Café Victoria, and provide practical guidance on simplifying legal affairs to help you feel prepared and confident as you plan for the future.

Enjoy a complimentary brunch as you gain tools, resources, and peace of mind to support the people who matter most.

📩 RSVP to Carolyn at carolyn.fellner@optimaliving.ca
or call 250-598-1575.

Located in Victoria, Oakwood Manor is a boutique Long-Term Care and Memory Living community where residents feel safe, supported, and at home. With 24/7 care, chef-prepared meals, and cozy amenities, we nurture dignity, connection, and belonging.

09/15/2025

Here, joy is found in the quiet, meaningful moments we share each day. A familiar song, a smile across the table, showing off a puzzle we’ve completed—these moments may seem small, but they’re powerful. They remind us that connection, laughter, and presence are deeply valuable.

In our long-term care community, we create space for togetherness. Whether it’s a family visit, a celebration, or a peaceful afternoon spent with a neighbour, every interaction is a chance to honour each other’s stories and share something real.

Experience the warmth of our community by booking a tour and see how we make space for connection every day.https://hubs.la/Q03DHznw0

09/10/2025

There’s always something to look forward to in senior living!

A major benefit of senior living communities is that they often host regularly scheduled activities! From fitness classes to games to art classes and social events, regularly scheduled activities help keep each day engaging and meaningful. It’s a great way to stay active, make new friends, and enjoy a vibrant community lifestyle.

09/04/2025

A quiet space. A familiar story. A world beyond the walls.

Our library offers positive stimulation, as well as calmness. For many residents, reading is a way to stay mentally engaged, spark old memories, or simply enjoy a peaceful moment of independence.

Whether flipping through a beloved novel, revisiting a favourite poem, or exploring new stories with a friend or caregiver, the library becomes a bridge to comfort, curiosity, and connection.

We value the ability for our community to stay connected to themselves, stories, and to the joy of lifelong learning.
What books spark memories for you?

09/02/2025

September is Emergency Preparedness Month 🔦🩹
It’s a great reminder to check in on your emergency kit. A few small updates—like replacing expired food, swapping old batteries, or refreshing important documents—can make a big difference when it matters most.
Staying prepared today helps keep you and your loved ones safe tomorrow. 💙

08/29/2025

All smiles when Healing Hounds is in the community! We love our pet therapy visits with Moro. 🐾💙

08/29/2025

The heart of home is comfort, connection, and of course—great food. Join us for A Taste of Home Open House at Oakwood Manor!

📅 Saturday, September 20, 2025
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 3000 Shelbourne Street, Victoria

What to expect:
✔️ Chef-prepared bites full of flavour
✔️ Guided tours of our beautiful residences
✔️ Warm conversations & friendly faces
✔️ Live entertainment
✔️ A chance to win a gift basket!

Ask us about our exclusive move-in offer during your visit.

👉 RSVP now: https://hubs.la/Q03GdR4f0
*RSVP not required. Drop-ins welcome! RSVP for two extra entries into our prize draw—drop-ins still receive one entry.

We can’t wait to welcome you!

08/27/2025

Happy National Dog Day! 🐾

Dogs have a beautiful way of filling our lives with unconditional love, joy, and companionship, and today we got to celebrate that magic in the best way. 🌟

Moro and I spent the afternoon with the incredible residents at Oakwood Manor Senior Living, where the day was filled with laughter, dog-themed trivia and stories, and plenty of happy tail wags. Watching faces light up, hearing memories of beloved pets, and feeling the room soften with warmth is a powerful reminder of how much dogs can heal and connect us.

We’re so grateful to Oakwood Manor for welcoming us into their celebration, and to Moro for sharing her gift of comfort and love on this special day. 🐶💜