Knowledge That Supports Your Family
Expert guides, articles, and tools designed to help you understand dementia, navigate care, and live meaningfully with your loved one.
Guides, heartfelt stories and tools for knowledge, hope and confidence on the dementia path.
Understanding the Stages of Dementia: Family Guide
A clear breakdown of early, middle, and late stages, with signs to watch for and how brain-informed care can make each phase more manageable and dignified.
February 15, 2026
7 Self-Care Strategies to Help Dementia Caregivers
Practical ways to avoid burnout, set boundaries, and recharge while providing loving support—because caring for yourself helps you care better.
February 10, 2026
Music and Sensory Activities Boost Brain Function
Evidence-based ways music therapy, gentle touch, and familiar scents reduce agitation and spark positive memories—aligned with our brain-informed approach.
January 28, 2026
One Family’s Journey Finding Joy in Small-Group Care
Real story from a family who chose boutique care—how intimacy, familiarity, and connection transformed daily life for their loved one.
January 20, 2026
What Brain-Informed Care Really Means at Oakheart
How neuroscience and Professor Charlie Teo’s guidance shape every moment of care to support brain health, reduce stress, and preserve dignity.
February 20, 2026
How to Talk to Your Loved One About Moving to Care
Gentle, honest conversations that reduce fear and build trust — real words and timing tips from families who have walked this path.
February 12, 2026
Why Small Groups of 6-10 Protect Brain Health Best
How living in an intimate household reduces cognitive overload, lowers anxiety, and helps memory and emotional wellbeing every single day.
February 5, 2026
“It Feels Like Home Again” – A Daughter’s True Story
How Oakheart’s warm hospitality and personalized care brought peace and joy back to her mother’s final years.
January 25, 2026
Key Questions Every Family Should Ask Before Care
What to look for in a residence, how to compare small-group vs large facilities, and how to plan for the future with confidence.
February 18, 2026
Brain-Healthy Meals That Feel Like Family Dining
How our boutique kitchen serves fresh, nutritious food in a warm, home-like setting to support cognition and create joyful moments.
February 8, 2026
Creating Meaningful Moments on Difficult Dementia Days
Simple activities and small gestures that bring connection even when communication becomes difficult.
January 30, 2026
The Power of 6-10 Residents: Why Size Really Matters
How living in a small, close-knit home reduces medication, builds real relationships, and gives every resident the attention they deserve.
February 22, 2026
Dedicated to Every Resident, Every Day
Beyond our advisory board, Oakheart is brought to life every day by a carefully selected team of qualified professionals, all united by expertise, empathy, and genuine commitment.
Registered Nurses
On-site around the clock, providing clinical oversight and compassionate, expert medical care for every resident.
Allied Health Team
Physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and music therapists supporting resident independence and wellbeing.
Hospitality & Lifestyle
Dedicated chefs, lifestyle coordinators, and housekeeping professionals delivering a refined residential experience every day.
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