Helping seniors with dementia during the Christmas holidays can be a challenge. It can be very stressful for the family members. Having a caring and knowledgeable person to help ease the tension during the Christmas holiday season is a real need for many seniors with dementia. 10 Tips on Helping Seniors with Dementia During…
Fall is quickly approaching. There’s a chill in the air, and the leaves are starting to turn lovely shades of orange, red, and yellow to give them their marvelous splendor. Activities for seniors with dementia might seem hard to find. Yet, the reality is there are ways to ensure that each activity is worth the…
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…
Music therapy for seniors is a wonderful way to help with dementia. Music improves mood, reduces pain, and increases socialization, among other things. It’s time to start incorporating music into your senior loved one’s daily routine if you haven’t already! This article explores the benefits of music therapy for seniors with dementia and how it…
Explore all the benefits of having pets for residents with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Walk into Applewood Our House, and one of the first things that may greet you is our furry friend. One that is oftentimes flopped down at the feet of a resident in the main area of the facility. The…
Appelwood Our House and The Mavericks of Senior Living partner to talk to Teepa Snow about Dementia Care with COVID-19. Watch the recording of the Live Video below! Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care in Colorado is so much more to us than caring for the needs of our residents. It is about engaging…