Why Choose Oakland Centre?
The professional staff and volunteers at Oakland Centre work as a team to provide individualized care for our guests and support for their caregivers. They are highly trained and specifically selected for their commitment and dedication to caring for older adults.
The Oakland Centre team is comprised of the following:
Dawn Vander Ploeg, Director
Yvonne Heltzel, Program Assistant
Lisa Hunt, Program Assistant
Mary Cryderman, Program Assistant
Kim Sovine, Social Worker
Terry Hutchison, Registered Nurse
Linda Hinman-Tiefenbach, Registered Nurse, BAS
Ashley Kirksey, Activity Coordinator
Carmen Softas, Receptionist
We believe that the healing powers of touch, art, music, and conversation are vital elements of the care that helps keep guests interested and engaged in life. A wide variety of planned and coordinated activities and therapies are an essential part of our individualized enrichment plan. Guests have a menu of activities and therapies to select from including:
- art
- music
- gardening
- exercise
- cooking
- computers
- community learning
Family members and caregivers can go to work, handle personal business or just relax, knowing that their loved one is being well-cared for in a safe and welcoming environment that feels like home |