by averycr | May 15, 2024 | Blog, Fellowship Village, Friends Village, Pines Village, Riverwalk Village
Technology to help keep seniors safe and independent has evolved greatly from the days of pushing a button if you’ve fallen. Technology for seniors living alone can create both greater independence and greater connection, all in one system. More sophisticated sensors...
by averycr | May 15, 2024 | Blog, Fellowship Village, Friends Village, Pines Village, Riverwalk Village
Not all scams are as obvious as a “prince” sending an email asking for help. Many scams targeting older adults rely on cunning and use the victim’s emotions against them. Unfortunately, seniors have lost billions each year due to financial crimes against older adults....
by katiecr | May 2, 2024 | Blog
According to a survey conducted by AARP Foundation, Loneliness and Social Connections: A National Survey of Adults 45 and Older, more than one in every three adults over 45 years old in the United States tends to feel lonely. Loneliness and social isolation are even...
by katiecr | May 2, 2024 | Blog
As many are aware, strokes can be serious, but understanding and managing certain health conditions can significantly reduce the risk. Some health conditions put you at a higher risk of having a stroke and preventing these conditions can, in turn, help to prevent...
by katiecr | May 2, 2024 | Applewood Careers, Applewood Staff Profile, Assisted Living, Blog, CCRC, Dementia, Dementia Care, Life Care Community, Memory Care, NJ Retirement, Retirement Community NJ, Senior Community, Skilled Nursing
A Journey from X-ray Technician to Certified Nursing Assistant to Licensed Practical Nurse Maria Brandt, CNA, made a big change in 2015. She left her 15-year career as an X-ray technician in Mexico City to start fresh with her husband and two sons in New Jersey. Since...
by katiecr | Apr 15, 2024 | Adult Community, Alzheimer's Community, Alzheimer's Disease, Blog, Dementia, Dementia Care, Engaged Living Community, Independent Living, Life Care Community, Memory Care, NJ Retirement, Retirement Community NJ, Senior Community, Senior Living NJ, Top NJ Retirement Community
Staff Certified Dementia Capable Care Specialists help residents care for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease and memory decline. “Applewood is one of very few continuing care communities offering in-house dementia support facilitated by certified Dementia Capable...
