Family involvement plays an important role for memory care residents. Would placing your loved one in a memory care home feel like admitting defeat? You’re not alone. That gnawing guilt, the “what ifs” and “if only” circling your mind—we know them all too well. You’re caught in a tug-of-war between what your heart wants and what reality demands. Tough spot, isn’t it? What if we told you that this decision, as heavy as it weighs…
Making memory care residents feel at home is an honor, and you can see it on our caregivers’ faces. This is one of the advantages of smaller settings like those offered in Applewood Our House, at our five locations in Golden, Arvada, and Lakewood, Colorado. Quick Assisted Living and Memory Care Facts: According to a 2020 report from the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) – FastStats – Residential Care Communities page: • Approximately…
Table of Contents Introduction Even medical experts are understanding why smaller memory care homes are better for seniors with dementia. When it comes to long-term dementia care, choosing the proper environment is a critical decision. Small memory care homes, like those at Applewood Our House, have many advantages over larger facilities. The Science Behind Why Small Environments Are Better for People with Dementia Applewood Our House firmly believes that small environments are essential for memory…
Between memory care vs. home care for early-stage dementia, which offers the most tailored support for cognitive decline? Dementia is a devastating diagnosis that affects millions of seniors and their families. As symptoms progress, caring for a loved one with dementia becomes increasingly complex. This is especially true in the early stages when your loved one still has some independence but requires more supervision and assistance. For many families, deciding between memory care or hiring…
Moving loved ones sooner to memory care has multiple benefits. At Applewood Our House, we strongly encourage families to consider assisted living and memory care sooner rather than later for a loved one requiring additional care. The early transition has many benefits that can significantly improve the quality of life. Moving Loved Ones Sooner to Memory Care Helps Seniors Transitioning to assisted living or memory care earlier has numerous benefits that greatly improve quality of…
One crucial path along the aging journey is how to transition from assisted living to memory care. Life brings several changes, and growing old is one of them. One critical aspect of growing old is managing its effects on one’s mental health. Transitioning a loved one from assisted living to memory care can be challenging for many families. This article will walk you through the steps to make this transition smoother and less stressful. Understanding…