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…
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…
Today, we’re exploring a topic close to our hearts at Applewood Our House: animal rescue and its remarkable impact on seniors in memory care. It’s a story of hope, love, and the special bond between animals and humans. Picture a world where every animal finds a loving home and every senior feels joy and companionship.…
Before discussing the hardest situations that memory care caregivers face, let’s be clear. The caregivers at Applewood Our House (and caregivers around the nation) are the unsung heroes of memory care for seniors with dementia. Have you ever wondered what a caregiver goes through every day? Being a memory care caregiver is an essential job. We help…
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…
In this edition of our Dementia News, we dive into two significant topics that offer hope and practical advice for families navigating the challenges of dementia. First, we explore the emotional impact of a touching video, “A Holiday to Remember,” which beautifully illustrates the power of family love and togetherness in the face of dementia.…