Desert Haven Assisted Living Care Home

11/06/2025

A new study in JAMA Internal Medicine, led by Dr. Kenneth Lam and colleagues, shows that transitioning into long-term care can actually increase community participation—such as joining clubs or attending services—even after years of social decline at home. https://tinyurl.com/4rxp8xeu

At our care homes, we see this daily: when residents are given purposeful, structured activities, they rediscover joy and belonging. Through partnerships and garden-based programs, we create spaces that foster connection, dignity, and meaning—especially for individuals living with memory loss. https://tinyurl.com/yc5wsfpv

Research reminds us that engagement heals isolation; practice reminds us it grows communities.
👉 Visit our residential care homes to see how we bring these programs to life.


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Dr. Christopher Zambakari, B.S., MBA, M.I.S., LP.D.Owner/Operator; Desert Haven Home Care, Apollo Residential Assisted Living, Villa Fiore Assisted Living-Prescott ValleyUnder a single home care umbrella, Desert Haven Home Care, Apollo Residential Assisted Living, and Villa Fiore Assisted Living-Pre...

11/05/2025

A 2025 JAMA Internal Medicine study led by Dr. Kenneth Lam found that while older adults’ social participation often declines before entering care, many regain connection through facility-based activities. Yet, the benefits are not shared equally—men and residents of color were less likely to engage in new activities after entry. https://tinyurl.com/4rxp8xeu

At our Arizona care homes, we’re responding to this challenge through structured programs, external partnerships, and therapeutic gardening—creating inclusive spaces that nurture body, mind, and belonging. https://tinyurl.com/yc5wsfpv

When care is connected to community, equity and dignity take root.
👉 Visit our residential care homes to see how we bring these programs to life.

Dr. Christopher Zambakari, B.S., MBA, M.I.S., LP.D.Owner/Operator; Desert Haven Home Care, Apollo Residential Assisted Living, Villa Fiore Assisted Living-Prescott ValleyUnder a single home care umbrella, Desert Haven Home Care, Apollo Residential Assisted Living, and Villa Fiore Assisted Living-Pre...

10/09/2025

Stay Active, Stay Well — But Balance is Key

Did you know that sometimes more exercise isn’t always better?
A recent 30-year study reveals that meeting minimum recommended activity levels — combined with healthy lifestyle habits — can be just as effective for longevity as intense daily workouts.

At one of our facilities in Phoenix, Glendale, and Prescott Valley, we believe in supporting seniors through personalized care that prioritizes physical activity, nutrition, and overall well-being.

From memory care services to 24/7 professional support, we focus on helping residents thrive with balanced routines that promote health and happiness at every stage of life.

Read more about the study and why balance matters for healthy aging: https://tinyurl.com/tdxveuec, and if you want to learn more about our Assisted Living and Memory Care services, reach out to us by calling our Manager, Tammie Easterly: 480-749-4853.

It’s not simply physical activity that will slow your journey to life’s finish line, but rather a combination of LTPA and lifestyle choices.

10/03/2025

The Gender Gap in Alzheimer's

Recent research published in JAMA reveals that approximately two-thirds of Alzheimer's patients are women, who not only develop the disease more frequently but experience it differently—with faster tau accumulation and more rapid cognitive decline despite similar amyloid β levels. https://tinyurl.com/383m94pz

Harvard neuropsychologist Rachel Buckley, PhD, noted. “Women actually tend to live with dementia for much longer than men.”
Perhaps most concerning for treatment equity: clinical trials show women may benefit 31% less from breakthrough antiamyloid therapies than men. Meanwhile, the APOE4 genetic variant increases Alzheimer's risk more substantially in women, and even common risk factors like diabetes and poor sleep appear to impact women's cognition disproportionately.

The challenge for medicine will be less about applying universal approaches and more about recognizing these fundamental s*x differences in research, prevention, and treatment.

Starting next spring, we will feature a series on memory care, highlighting the latest research, innovative therapies, and expert discussions on the multifactorial causes of dementia.

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