Appledorn Assisted Living Center South

Appledorn Assisted Living Center is an assisted living community in Holland, Michigan, offering spacious accommodations and personalized support services. The facility is fully licensed by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services as a Home for the Aged and features apartments in studio and one- and two-bedroom layouts, each with safety amenities such as non-slip bathroom floors, walk-in showers with handheld heads, and handrails.

The community provides assisted living care along with expanded memory impairment-support options for residents experiencing dementia and Alzheimer's disease. All residents receive daily meals prepared in-house three times per day, laundry service, and housekeeping, with licensed nurses and trained medication technicians available 24/7 to assist with medication management and health monitoring. Staff also provide support with mail delivery and regular health check-ins.

Appledorn South offers specialized dementia care in contained environments called The Terrace and The Courtyard, staffed by individuals trained to address the unique needs of residents with memory impairment. These programs focus on individualized care planning, enjoyable activities that promote self-esteem, appropriate physical activity, and support for family members.

The community features activity and wellness programs including exercise opportunities such as walking groups, chair dancing, senior aerobics, and Nintendo Wii gaming. Licensed nurses provide regular monitoring of blood pressure, eyeglasses, and hearing aids, while occupational and physical therapy professionals run strength-building and fall prevention programs. Common areas include an activities room with television and games, a dining area, and a living room with a fireplace.

Convenient parks, shopping, churches, and medical facilities are located nearby. Small dogs, cats, birds, and fish are permitted as residents' pets, and guest pets are welcome when properly restrained. Pet owners must register their pet upon arrival and annually, and staff can provide support for residents unable to care for their pets independently based on an established fee schedule.