Creating Meaningful Holiday Moments for Aging Loved Ones
The holidays are in full swing—a time for joy, connection, and reflection. But for our aging loved ones, this season can bring added stress, [...]
Senior Fall Prevention
Essential Tips for Keeping Your Aging Loved Ones Safe As our loved ones age, the risk of falling becomes a genuine concern. It’s not [...]
What is Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)?
Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI): The Gray Area Between Aging and Dementia You notice your aging loved one seems off recently. They struggle to remember [...]
Communication with Dementia
Dementia can impact a person’s memory, language, and cognitive function, which can make communication a daunting task. However, it's important to remember that even [...]
The Power of Reminiscence Therapy for Seniors with Dementia
What is Reminiscence Therapy? The Elder Care Alliance describes reminiscence therapy (RT) as “a treatment that uses all the senses — sight, touch, taste, [...]
The Power of Compassionate Care
Why Certifying your Employees as Certified Dementia Practitioners can have a Huge Impact Worldwide, dementia is the number one diagnosis in older adults. It [...]
Surrounded by People But Still Lonely
A Beautiful Love Story One of our very special clients, Brenda, lives in Memory Care and has been diagnosed with early-onset dementia. The love story [...]
Tips for Visiting Loved Ones with Dementia
Planning a Successful Visit with a Loved One with Dementia People living with Alzheimer’s or dementia can still enjoy having visitors. It is helpful for [...]
Provider Directed Care vs. Person-Centered Care
What is Provider Directed Care? The resident is expected to follow the caregiver's schedule. The resident eats at specific times, engages in activities at specific [...]
Are you Interested in Enhancing your Dementia Education?
If you're interested in advancing your career in dementia care, becoming a Certified Dementia Practitioner through the NCCDP could be an effective way to distinguish [...]
