by Tess Lojacono | Aug 28, 2026 | Abstract Art/Modern Art, American Artist Appreciation Month, Art, Artist of the Month, Dementia, Early Learning, Expressionist Art, Our Heroes, Youth
It’s Never Too Late to Bloom Every August, we celebrate American Artist Appreciation Month, honoring the individuals whose creativity has enriched our lives and inspired generations. This year, we’d like to introduce you to an extraordinary artist whose... 
by Tess Lojacono | Aug 21, 2026 | Active Lifestyle, Adult Care, Dementia, Elder Care, Mental Health, Music therapy, Musical Healing, National Wellness Month, Uncategorized
Have you ever noticed how just a few notes of a familiar song can instantly transport you to another time and place? Music has an extraordinary ability to awaken memories, calm anxious minds, and connect people in ways that words sometimes cannot. For older adults,... 
by Tess Lojacono | Jul 24, 2026 | Adult Care, Alzheimer's Disease, Art, Art Therapy, Asking for help, Assistive Technology, Creative Expression, Dementia, Elder Care, Healthy Living, Kindness, Love, Mental Health, Multi-Sensory Sessions, Music therapy, Social Robotics, Uncategorized
A Conversation About Dementia, Dignity, and Innovation Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with Rachael Wonderlin, a nationally recognized dementia care Consultant, Educator and advocate. Our conversation centered around something we both care deeply... 
by Tess Lojacono | Jul 10, 2026 | Active Lifestyle, Adult Care, Art, Creative Expression, Dementia, Early Learning, Elder Care, Exercise, Importance of Play, Mental Health, Music therapy, Uncategorized, Youth, Youth Care
Why EVERYONE Needs to Play When we hear the word play, many of us picture children building with blocks, jumping rope, or coloring with crayons. But play isn’t something we’re meant to outgrow. In fact, it remains one of the most important ways we learn,... 
by Tess Lojacono | Apr 18, 2025 | Active Lifestyle, Adult Care, Alzheimer's Disease, Art, Art Therapy, Asking for help, Autism, Creative Expression, Elder Care, Healthy Living, Kindness, Love, Making decisions, Mental Health
Spring is a season of renewal, color, and beauty—a perfect inspiration for creativity! At Apple Blossom, our wonderful Fine Art Miracles (FAM) Art Teacher, Jennifer, recently led a group of artists in a delightful project celebrating the arrival of spring. The...