The Happiness Project
The Happiness Project: Aligning Joy with Value-Based Care
At Oakdale Seniors Alliance, we believe true fulfillment comes from nurturing every dimension of wellbeing. The Happiness Project is our signature initiative designed to create meaningful engagement and purposeful living for both our residents and teammates across all our communities.
Our Purpose
The Happiness Project empowers individuals to live happier, longer. By shifting from a traditional reactive model to a proactive wellness approach focusing on whole-person care, we’re creating a new paradigm in senior living.
The 8 Dimensions of Wellness
Our holistic approach focuses on eight essential dimensions that contribute to a balanced, joyful life:
1. Occupational Wellness
Creating personal satisfaction and enrichment from one’s work.
2. Physical Wellness
Recognizing the need for physical activity, healthy foods, and sleep.
3. Financial Wellness
Feeling satisfied with current and future financial situations.
4. Emotional Wellness
Coping effectively with life and creating satisfying relationships.
5. Intellectual Wellness
Recognizing creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge and skills.
6. Environmental Wellness
Occupying pleasant, stimulating environments that support wellbeing.
7. Social Wellness
Developing a sense of connection, belonging, and a well-developed support system.
8. Spiritual Wellness
Expanding a sense of purpose and meaning in life.
Our Vision
Creating vibrant, inclusive communities where residents and teammates thrive in harmony, focusing on preventive care and holistic well-being to ensure each day is filled with purpose, joy, and vitality.
Our Happiness Initiatives
For Residents
Our innovative programming creates opportunities for engagement across all wellness dimensions such as:
- Personalized Wellness Plans: Tailored approaches to help each resident thrive
- Community Engagement Activities: Building connections through shared experiences
For Teammates
We believe happy teammates create happy communities:
- Happiness and Wellness Day PTO: Dedicated paid time off specifically for personal wellness
- Happy Moment Recognition Program: Celebrating positive actions with our "Happiness Coins" reward system
- Professional Development Opportunities: Growing skills and advancing careers
Choose Happy
“The Happiness Project isn’t just a program—it’s a philosophy that guides everything we do at Oakdale Seniors Alliance. We invite you to experience the difference that intentional wellness can make in creating fulfilling, joyful lives for our residents and teammates alike.”
— Cyndi Matheny, President, Oakdale Seniors Alliance