Oakdale Wellness 50+

COMMUNITY PICNIC AT FIRE STATION ONE
5000 HADLEY AVE., OAKDALE
THURSDAY, AUGUST 13 11 PM - 1:00 PM

The Oakdale Area Chamber of Commerce (OACC), in partnership with Oakdale Fire, will host the annual Community Picnic on Thursday, August 13 from 11:00-1PM at Fire Station One, 5000 Hadley Ave.N.

This is an opportunity for residents to grab a free hot dog meal, mingle with local business leaders, and catch up with neighbors as well as City staff and officials. This is a rain-or-shine event.

We have openings: Join us as
Jenny West of FAMILY MEANS
presents this informative and supportive event.

Wednesday, August 5 10:30-11:30AM
Oakdale Discovery Center

Are you a caregiver for an aging parent, grandparent, or friend? You are not alone.
Attend this class and discussion on the various resources available through Washington County to help give you peace of mind.

Register: www.oakdalefun.com
Or call 651-747-3860

PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING BLOOD

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
Friday, July 17 9:00-3:00
Oakdale Discovery Center

Register: www.redcrossblood.org
Or call 1-800-733-2767

Home Page Blood donors report feeling a sense of great satisfaction after making their blood donation. Why? Because helping others in need just feels good. Donate blood today to help those in need.

If you would be interested in being a
Friend of Wellness, send a note to the email below for more info. This form is also at the Oakdale Discovery Center.

WELLNESS 50+ EVENT

CAREGIVING SUPPORT AND RESPITE CARE RESOURCES PRESENTATION

Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026. 10:30-11:30AM
OAKDALE DISCOVERY CENTER

Are you a caregiver for an aging parent, grandparent, or friend? You are not alone.
Attend this informative class discussion on the various resources available in Washington County to help give you peace of mind.

Presented by Jenny West of FAMILY MEANS

Register: www.oakdalefun.com or 651-747-3860

Oakdale Wellness 50+ is an all volunteer group sponsored by the Vital Aging Network (VAN).

https://vital-aging-network.org/

Are you interested in working as a volunteer with VAN in Communications?

Do you have experience with Constant Contact? Are you a Social Media Wiz? Do you like to edit articles? Do you like to interview people or write stories?

Contact Julie Roles with questions / interest.
[email protected]

home - Vital Aging Network Promoting self-determination, civic engagement and personal growth for people as they age through education, leadership development and opportunities to connect.

COMPREHENSIVE AGING SURVEY
(Survey can be accessed until July 15, 2026)

The survey is a statewide effort to better understand the experiences, needs and priorities of adults age 60 and older. The survey will help share the future of aging services and supports across the state.

The Minnesota Board on Aging, Age-Friendly Minnesota and DHS developed the survey in partnership with Minnesota Area Agencies on Aging, MMB Long-Range Planning and the Center for Healthy Aging and Innovation at the University of Minnesota.

https.//mn.gov/dhs/partners-and-providers/news-initiatives-reports-workgroups/aging/comp-aging-survey/

Today, Wednesday June 17!

Oakdale Concerts in the Park
See Select Dates
Bring your family, friends and chairs!

Every Wednesday 2-6PM
NEW LOCATION 15th Street