In a display of solidarity and swift action, Oaks Senior Living communities across Georgia and South Carolina joined forces to provide shelter for residents of Oaks at Evans Senior Living as Hurricane Helene, a category 4 storm, wreaked havoc across the southeastern United States. The hurricane, with its destructive impact spanning over 600 miles, left many areas, including Evans, Georgia, without power, prompting an immediate response from the senior living organization.
As the storm caused widespread power outages, Oaks Senior Living prioritized resident safety by making the critical decision to relocate residents from the affected Oaks at Evans facility. Two sister communities, Camellia Place of Woodstock and Oaks at Aiken, stepped up to provide temporary housing, ensuring continuous care in a secure environment for the displaced seniors.
The relocation effort was a testament to the organization’s preparedness and commitment to resident well-being. Oaks Senior Living CEO Bear Mahon and CFO Drew Williams personally assisted in the relocation process, demonstrating hands-on leadership during the crisis. Meanwhile, the Regional Team and Community Leadership Team at Oaks at Evans worked tirelessly to coordinate the logistics of the move, including the delivery of 30 cots to create comfortable temporary accommodations.
Drew Williams, CFO of Oaks Senior Living, expressed gratitude for the community support and staff dedication, stating, ‘This collaboration effort underscores our commitment to serving not only our residents but also the broader communities in which we operate.’ The coordinated response highlights the organization’s ability to mobilize resources and personnel effectively in emergency situations.
The successful evacuation and sheltering of Oaks at Evans residents underscore the importance of emergency preparedness in senior living communities, particularly in regions prone to natural disasters. It also demonstrates the value of having a network of facilities that can support each other during crises, ensuring the safety and continuity of care for vulnerable populations.
This incident serves as a model for other senior living organizations, emphasizing the need for robust emergency plans and inter-facility cooperation. The quick response and seamless coordination between Oaks Senior Living communities not only protected residents from immediate danger but also maintained the quality of care they require, even in extraordinary circumstances.
Oaks Senior Living’s culture of learning, understanding, and honoring individual life histories and preferences was evident in their approach to this emergency situation. The family-owned and operated executive team, which has been providing senior living services in Georgia and South Carolina since 1998, showcased how their values translate into practical, life-saving actions during times of crisis.
As climate change potentially increases the frequency and intensity of severe weather events, the senior living industry may need to adapt and enhance its emergency response capabilities. Oaks Senior Living’s response to Hurricane Helene could serve as a case study for developing best practices in resident safety and care continuity during natural disasters.
For more information about Oaks Senior Living and their communities, interested parties can visit their website. The organization’s response to Hurricane Helene stands as a testament to their commitment to resident safety and well-being, setting a high standard for emergency management in senior living communities across the nation.
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