Delicious and Healthy Meals for Seniors

Meals for Seniors – How to Serve Delicious and Healthy Meals to Assisted Living Residents

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There are many nutritious meals for seniors. Eating healthy, delicious meals is a critical part of daily life for seniors, especially those living in assisted living facilities. As seniors age, their nutritional needs change and they require food that provides adequate nutrition to support their health and quality of life. However, planning and preparing nutritious meals tailored for seniors can be challenging. This article provides tips and guidelines for serving tasty, nourishing meals to seniors…

Assisted Living vs. Nursing Homes

Assisted Living vs. Nursing Homes – Knowing the Differences

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When discussing assisted living vs. nursing homes, some people might not know the difference. It would help if you recognized what sets them apart before choosing which one would work best for your family. As we age, things that used to be second nature can become complicated. Reminders of aging are usually gradual. Reaching for a pair of reading glasses turns into wearing bifocals during all waking hours. Then, suddenly, bending becomes difficult. We can’t…

Tai Chi for Seniors with Dementia

Tai Chi for Seniors with Dementia

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Tai chi for seniors with dementia provides both mental and physical benefits to those experiencing cognitive decline.  According to a 2014 review from the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society: Tai Chi shows potential to enhance cognitive function in older adults, particularly in the realm of executive functioning and in individuals without significant impairment. Larger and methodologically sound trials with longer follow-up periods are needed before more-definitive conclusions can be drawn. This article will explore some…

Family Gathering at Applewood Our House

Family Gathering – A Day of New Beginnings At Applewood Our House

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It’s time to plant new beginnings with our residents! Join us on June 5th and 6th from 1-3pm at Applewood Our House. We will plant flowers, vegetables, herbs and more. After the work is done we’ll enjoy an ice cream social with residents, staff, and families. Bring your family along for this event full of fun, fresh air, and connect with those who need it most. This is the perfect opportunity to spend time with…

Applewood Our House Cares About Residents' Health

How Food Affects the Brain | A Healthy Diet Helps Best

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We’ve all heard of brain foods, but how many people really know how food affects the brain and overall health of our bodies? As you age, your brain shrinks. That’s a scientific fact. And with that shrinking comes cognitive decline: memory loss, mental fogginess, and an inability to think quickly or perform tasks as efficiently as someone younger. But what if there was something we could do about it? What if science proves a way…

Bus Outing with Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care Homes

Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care Homes – Going Out and About in 2021

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We have amazing caregivers at our assisted living memory care homes. They provide around-the-clock care for our lovely residents. As we move into our “new” daily lives, our purpose becomes at the front of all our minds and our daily decisions. Together, we create special moments for our residents and loving memories for our families. We are excited to bring the moments back into our residents’ lives and include the families as much as possible…