Awards The latest Applewood Our House awards were handed out recently. We are a leader in assisted living care. Our awards are a testament to our commitment to remain one of the most trusted assisted living and memory care providers in the State of Colorado. BBB Finalist Torch Award We just were honored with the 2018 BBB Finalist Torch Award, the Torch Award is the most prestigious award the BBB can present to…
Having a supply of superfoods for seniors can keep you or your loved ones in the best of health. If you’re a senior, your body requires additional nutrients than when you were younger, due to different metabolic needs. There are essential foods that can help you feel better and fight diseases at the same time. Superfoods for Seniors – Daily Meals and Snacks Apples – They’re easy to find in any grocery store,…
You have to quickly learn how to address personality changes in seniors if someone in your family has cognitive issues. If you have never experienced it before, it could be overwhelming. One of the best ways to deal with it is to educate yourself before it happens. Personality changes are frequent in seniors, and they can indicate several issues. Common health problems such as dementia and stroke can affect personalities. If your loved one…
Several months ago, we posted a video on the Applewood Our House Facebook Page about Molly and her son, Joey. If you continued to follow the YouTube Channel of Molly and Joey, you might already know that Molly finally passed away several days ago. For those of you who didn’t know, it started out as a YouTube channel about a son who created a video journal of his mom and dementia and how it…
Here are some tips for moving parents into assisted living homes. In this article we will focus on items your loved one might need. While it can be an emotional and traumatizing experience for seniors to leave their home and possessions that have been an integral part of their lives for so many years, it doesn’t have to be with the right preparation. Tips for Moving Parents into Assisted Living – What You Should Bring…
There has probably never been a singing bus driver like this guy. John Flores is a 66-year old ex-homeless man. He is currently the singing bus driver for Jewish Family Service of San Diego. He’s also booked for monthly shows at the same facility. A native of Brooklyn, NY, Mr. Flores later moved to California where he drove buses in the San Francisco Bay area for more than a decade. Later, he moved…