Staff profile: Maria Brandt, CNA – Assisted Living & Thrive™ Memory Care

Staff profile: Maria Brandt, CNA – Assisted Living & Thrive™ Memory Care

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...
Applewood Launches Dementia Caregiver Support Group for Residents

Applewood Launches Dementia Caregiver Support Group for Residents

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...
Staff Profile: Anthony Jenzer – Maintenance Tech & Painter

Staff Profile: Anthony Jenzer – Maintenance Tech & Painter

“You know when Anthony has been around because everything looks fresh, clean and new,” says Bill Hunter, Building Services Supervisor. “He is neat, meticulous and takes great pride in the quality of his work.” Though you may not have encountered him in person,...
What is the Difference Between A Life Care Contract and Fee-For-Service Contract?

What is the Difference Between A Life Care Contract and Fee-For-Service Contract?

What are the benefits of a Life Care Contract? As you head into retirement, planning for long-term care can give you the peace of mind needed to enjoy each day without worry. More than two-thirds of adults age 65 or older will spend some time in a long-term care...
Educational Series on Parkinson’s Disease Launched for Applewood Residents

Educational Series on Parkinson’s Disease Launched for Applewood Residents

“Mastering Parkinson’s Disease,” a new interactive health education series, hosted by Jia Zhen Cheng, MD, CentraState Medical Center Movement Disorder Specialist; Shannon Lenahan, PT, DPT, CentraState Rehabilitation Department; and Rhonda Johnson, MS, CCC-SLP,...