Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care South Lakewood sits in Lakewood, Colorado, in a single-storey building made for seniors with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. The community opened in September 2012, designed to be easy to move around in, with secure areas to keep residents safe and reduce confusion or wandering. The home offers 16 rooms with options for private or companion living, some with suites that have a bedroom and sitting area, others with closets as dividers between roommates so everyone gets their own space, and all rooms have private bathrooms and showers. There's a cozy living room, dining areas, and an open kitchen with natural cherry cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless appliances, all meant to feel comfortable, like a real home, which is very important for people with memory loss.
Staff are well-trained in caring for folks with dementia and Alzheimer's, and provide round-the-clock care in shifts so someone's always there to help. The community keeps a higher number of staff compared to regular assisted living, which means residents get more attention and help. They help with daily activities like dressing and bathing, offer support with incontinence, diabetes, and non-ambulatory care, and are ready to handle challenging behaviors or emotional needs. Families say staff are warm and kind, creating a friendly, happy place where residents can enjoy themselves.
Meals come from the in-house kitchen and are planned by dietitians and chefs who focus on healthy, appealing food and can handle special diets, even kosher or vegetarian needs. Everyone gets three meals a day plus snacks, served in a social dining room. Residents can bring their own pets, which helps make it feel like home. The home includes laundry, housekeeping, transportation, and beauty services, plus memory-focused activities, daily exercise, crafts, gardening, and games to keep people engaged in mind and body. There are shaded outdoor spaces, walking paths, and raised garden beds for growing vegetables.
Applewood Our House South Lakewood is known for its compassionate care, tailor-made to each resident's needs, both in medical care and social activities. Each resident has a care plan made alongside their family and doctor. The community holds awards for high ratings and reviews, including the Best of Senior Living All Star Award in 2024, and an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Every effort goes into making people feel safe, comfortable, and valued, with a special team dedicated to memory care and a secure, calm space that tries to create new positive moments for residents each day.
