Fishing at Applewood Our House

Part 1 – Diagnosed with Dementia an Overview – Guide by Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care

Applewood Our House2 Comments

A Family’s Guide to Alzheimer’s and Dementia Our Guide is intended for anyone who would like to learn more about this disease and related diseases. As well as people diagnosed with dementia. At Applewood Our House we understand that there are few conditions upon first diagnosis that strike such terror into loved ones and relatives as Dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. The diagnosis can provoke feelings of helplessness and despair, coupled with fear that your loved…

Alzheimer's Research Update

Download Dr. Huntington Potter's Alzheimer's Research Update

Dr. Huntington PotterLeave a comment

  Download Dr. Huntington Potter’s Alzheimer’s Research Update. As the number of Alzheimer’s cases rises each year, many people are wondering about possible cures and advanced treatments. Many primary care physicians don’t have the expertise to identify and treat those with Alzheimer’s. As a result, many seniors also go un-diagnosed or misdiagnosed until their illness is in its advanced stages. However, there are some who are on the front lines of possible treatments for Alzheimer’s…

Molly and Joey - Mother and Son's Journey with Dementia

Molly and Joey – A Mother and Son's Journey with Dementia

dementiaLeave a comment

    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…

The Singing Bus Driver for Seniors

Singing Bus Driver is Ready for America's Got Talent

Music TherapyLeave a comment

    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…

Healthy Eating Programs for Seniors

10 Top Healthy Eating Programs for Seniors

Senior HealthLeave a comment

Healthy eating has become the fashion for many 21st-century men and women. Choosing healthy eating programs for seniors is vital to aging bodies. Seniors need foods that will boost their immune systems, provide fiber, and increase their energy is a goal so many have committed to reach.Determining a plan that suits seniors lifestyles is easy since there are currently so many choices available. Depending on their health and what they like to eat, they can…

Outdoor Activities for Seniors

Outdoor Activities for Seniors with Dementia – 7 Fun Ideas

dementiaLeave a comment

  Feeling the warmth of the sun on the skin, hearing the sound of chirping birds, or breathing in fresh air is beneficial for all of us. Therefore, outdoor activities for seniors with dementia helps their mental and physical health.   Safety First   Your loved one’s safety should be your number one concern. Always ensure that you or someone else you trust is there to supervise any planned activities. In warm climates, make sure…