Oaks Senior Living

Independent living in a senior living community has a lot to offer today’s retirees. Choosing the right community for senior independent living lets you do more of what you most enjoy and less of what you don’t. It can also be your gateway to securing reliable senior care services if and when the time comes that you need them. But how does one even begin the search for senior living? What should you look for and what should you bear in mind? Read the article linked below to help organize your thinking and see how Oaks Senior Living can be the answer to your senior living questions. https://bit.ly/3LiIlR9

Our Oaks Senior Living communities took the weekend to celebrate the 4th of July with residents, friends, and family. Oaks at Pooler hosted a day filled with delicious food, fun games, and even a visit from Elvis. It was a wonderful time of joy, laughter, and togetherness. Here's to cherishing our freedoms and the community we share.

Celebrating Independence and Cherishing Memories. Happy 4th of July from all of us at Oaks Senior Living! Wishing our residents and their families a day filled with joy, patriotism, and togetherness as we honor the spirit of freedom and the bonds that bring us together.

Each Oaks Senior Living community is filled with individuals who have rich histories and fascinating stories to tell. It is a privilege to not only have a front row seat to such lives, but have the opportunity to share them with you. Meet Marianne Scheer, resident at Oaks at Pooler. Marianne grew up in Claxton Georgia, the daughter of Floyd and Maxine King. She is an only child, who married her soulmate, Samuel Scheer (to whom she was with for over 50 years until his passing in 2016). They have two sons, Alex and William Scheer, both married. Since a young age, Marianne has had a heart for others. Her desire to care and serve her neighbor led to her career of 50+ years as a nurse at Memorial Hospital in Pooler, Georgia where she worked right up until she retired at the age of 82. When Marianne was not caring for others, she enjoyed spending time in nature. Her love for nature lead her to pick up cycling. During her cycling years, she accomplished BRAG (Bike Ride Across Georgia), a long-distance ride of over 400 miles, on numerous occasions. Always accompanied by her husband, she would bike every day, rain or shine. The team at Oaks at Pooler describe her as resilient, always remaining positive and joyful no matter what life throws at her. She consistently finds the good in everything and everyone. Marianne and Sam’s generosity was and remains a huge part of what people know them to be. They believed in kindness, selflessness and charitable donations. Blessing others for the betterment of their lives is what brought them the most joy. The decision to move Marianne into Oak at Pooler was initially difficult for her family, but the community soon became home. Marianne continues to be a source of joy for her neighbors and caregivers. Oaks at Pooler is grateful to have such a wonderful woman!

June 21st is recognized as Global ALS Awareness Day. Today, we not only recognize and bring awareness to this disease and those affected by it globally, but a man that holds a unique and treasured place in the heart of Oaks Senior Living. On June 22nd 2023 OSL founder, Alex Salabarria, was diagnosed with ALS – Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Alex paved the way for Oaks Senior Living to become the largest senior living provider in the state of Georgia, and he personally transformed many lives for the better throughout the process. His impact on the wellbeing of our aging population is a testament to his personal commitment to the calling over his life. Alex's legacy embodies the ideals of leaders within our industry; compassionate care to residents and commitment to empowering his team members. Though unexpected news for the Salabarria family, Alex continues to be a source of joy among family and friends, and a servant leader for OSL team members and residents. Please follow the link below to read Alex's pioneering journey in the Senior Living industry and his consistent loving mindset amidst ALS. https://bit.ly/3z5HlwT

Today marks the end of National CNA Week, a strategic time aimed at recognizing, honoring, and celebrating the unique ways that our certified nurses care for their residents. These individuals play a pivotal role in ensuring optimal care outcomes for residents and help create a culture of compassion at each community. Oaks Senior Living is grateful for their hearts to serve and the commitment they make daily to bless those they get to care for.

As we reflect on the importance that was Fathers Day this year, we honor and celebrate all fathers that call an Oaks Senior Living community home. Your strength, love, and sacrifice are a treasure to us and those that you love. Thank you to each community for intentionally celebrating their fathers. Generations gathered together to honor so many wonderful men this Fathers Day, like the Davis family (pictured first) of Oaks at Maple Ridge, who had four generations present to celebrate. It is a pleasure to have the opportunity to capture such special moments in the lives of our residents. We hope you and your family shared in creating similar moments!

Each Georgia Senior Living Association awards gala is memorable, but this years was particularly special. Oaks Senior Living's founder Alex Salabarria, was given the Lifetime Achievement Award for his distinct and remarkable impact on the senior living industry. Alex has committed over 26 years of his life advocating for our beloved aging population, and dedicating his work to bless thousands of seniors. His heart of compassionate service has been an example to those that have had the opportunity to witness him, and has inspired many to pursue their calling in senior living. Alex's fingerprint on senior living in the state of Georgia is undeniable. Please join us in celebrating Alex Salabarria in his well deserved reception of the GSLA Lifetime Achievement award!

Last night, a number of our Oaks Senior Living team members were able to attend the 2024 Georgia Senior Living Association annual awards gala. Thank you to each GSLA board member and volunteer that made this night possible. We could not be more proud of each and every team member that was nominated for a hero award. It is a pleasure to have you not just represent Oaks, but lead the way in providing compassionate care to our aging population. We are honored to have the opportunity to continue loving and serving our residents in the state of Georgia.

June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month. It's a month dedicated to recognizing the millions of individuals and families affected by Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. There is no better time to join in raising awareness, support ongoing research, and advocate for care and resources. At Oaks Senior Living, it is a pleasure to guide and assist families looking for memory care for their loved one experiencing Alzheimer's. Each of our Horizons Memory Care neighborhoods offer a secured living space with an open, unrestrictive environment that gives residents freedom of movement and a sense of home. Horizons team members receive specialized training on how to help those living with memory impairments while offering compassionate care. Please don’t hesitate to contact us to arrange a personal tour of an Oaks Senior Living community near you. https://bit.ly/3Vv2vx6