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…
When considering long-term care for seniors with dementia, memory care facilities offer specialized attention that caters to the unique needs of seniors. These homes and larger facilities provide a secure environment where structured activities are designed to maintain cognitive functions and enhance quality of life. With professional staff trained in dementia care, residents benefit from compassionate support tailored to their condition’s progression. Memory care stands out as an optimal choice for those seeking peace of…
In the heart of Applewood Our House, where memory care homes provide comfort and care, a special group of furry friends bring joy to residents living with memory challenges. Previous Next Dory Meet Dory, one of the home’s gentle labrador retrievers, and her pals Dolly, Etta, Sadie, and Cocoa Bean at our other homes. Trained to be companions, they formed the “Canine Companions Club.” Each day, their presence brings warmth and unconditional love to the…
We recommend compassionate care for seniors with dementia. It is an interdisciplinary approach that includes practicing nurses, social workers, health and aging specialists, geriatricians, and other caregivers. In addition, families can also get involved in caring for their loved ones with dementia by taking part in family education sessions, so they understand how to provide compassionate care for their aging parent with dementia as much as possible. According to Alzheimer’s Association, caregivers face multiple challenges…
Caring for seniors with dementia is a major challenge for family members. Living with dementia can confuse, frustrate, and isolate. It can be very lonely for those affected by the disease. How Can You Ease the Burden of Caring for Seniors with Dementia? Caregivers need to understand the impact of living with dementia on their loved one’s life. Dementia is a chronic disease that causes memory loss and changes in behavior, emotions, and thinking abilities.…