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A lifelong native to Philadelphia, Dolores Kimmel, affectionately known to all as Dee, has led a full and busy life as an accomplished ballerina, dance teacher, figure skater, and black belt in karate. Over the years she has built a rewarding legacy as an artist, wife and mother. Coming from a long line of prima […]

The youngest of six children born to Dr. and Mrs. Laurence M. Codori, John was reared in Philadelphia in an area known as “Swampoodle” and was educated in the Catholic School system. He attended grade school at St. Columba’s and graduated from Roman Catholic Boys High School in 1950, where he was a member of […]

Our residents and staff recently enjoyed an unforgettable and thrilling afternoon of mystery, intrigue, and murder! In the spirit of October, which is designated as “Mystery Month”, we staged a Murder Mystery whodunit with both staff and residents acting out their parts as suspects and victim.

“Snapshot of My Life” Contest Oakwood residents and staff took a trip down memory lane, with our photo display featuring our residents in their younger years. Whoever matched the most faces with the correct names walked away with a Dunkin Donuts or Wit Or Witout Philly Cheesesteaks gift card! The winners: Victoria Allen, Med. Tech-Nursing […]

Michael Foley transferred to our community after recuperating next door at Oakwood Healthcare. Easygoing and likeable, Mike exudes an especially positive and upbeat spirit that draws people close to him. Born and bred in Philadelphia, Mike knows the area neighborhoods like the back of his hand. In fact, as a postman for the Bustleton Post […]

To address the psycho-social needs of our seniors, our medical staff includes Dr. Darren Whaley, a clinical psychologist prominent in the geriatric population. He meets weekly with residents struggling with emotional issues such as anxiety or depression, providing client-centered supportive therapy to help each individual rise above his or her challenges. Always interested in the […]

Oakwood Residence is home to many fascinating personalities living rich, vibrant lives. Our community attracts a colorful group of seniors and we make it a point to get to know their background and stories. We are delighted to give you a glimpse into the life of Betty Milstein – singer, actress and poet extraordinaire. A […]

In honor of National Foot Health Awareness Month in April, we are proud to feature our caring Podiatrist, Dr. John M. Fanelly, DPM. Cherished by our residents for his amazing bedside manner and sense of humor, Dr. Fanelly has been providing truly excellent foot care to Oakwood seniors for over 15 years. To prevent complications, […]

Lenny, a beloved resident at Oakwood since September 2016, was born in the Baltic State of Latvia in 1945. He arrived in America at the age of 8 and settled in a farm in North Carolina with his parents. The small family later moved to Pennsylvania where his father worked for Bell Telephone. Lenny takes […]

Up Close With Resident Artist Inge April! The Positive Energy of Inge Ingeborg, known to all as Inge, was born in Wuerzburg, Germany and came to the United States in 1950. She began painting on silk at the young age of sixty and is now eighty-seven years young, and a resident at Oakwood. Her room […]