Paige Cerulli |
March 4, 2021
Thanks to advancements in resident security technology, facilities have access to more tools than ever before.
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Paige Cerulli |
January 8, 2021
Implementing PPE and social distancing protocols while caring for residents with dementia brings an additional set of challenges.
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Paige Cerulli |
October 7, 2020
The SHINE program takes a unique approach to memory care, and it was recently recognized by the Alzheimer’s Association for its work.
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Paige Cerulli |
October 2, 2020
Seniors' hard work resulted in the creation of over 350 face masks and 76 dresses for charity.
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Join Moments for Care on May 21st at 2 pm EST for a free virtual concert!
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Elaine Howley |
February 13, 2020
Older adults have some of the highest rates of alcoholism, and these rates are on the rise. If you find any of your residents appear to be showing signs of an alcohol problem, it may be time to intervene.
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Dan Ansel |
December 12, 2019
For family and caregivers, handling someone else’s finances can be a difficult task, particularly when that individual is afflicted with dementia.
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Elaine Howley |
October 28, 2019
New technology can make remembering a more enjoyable experience for people with dementia.
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When caring for residents with dementia, one quickly realizes that a common problem is sleep—too much or too little. If too little, not only is the resident not getting needed sleep, but the sleepless resident’s behaviors can disturb other residents.
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Families may be grieving how cognition or illness have diminished the capacity of a loved one, stirring up emotions that aren’t usually acknowledged until after death. Caregivers have an opportunity to ease the anticipatory loss or long goodbye to help families acknowledge their feelings, seek support and connect with one another before it’s too late.
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Cognitive therapy offers caregivers a tool to determine an individual’s cognitive and functional level, which can offer specific therapy recommendations that can keep the person active, social and involved.
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Nicole Stempak |
December 28, 2017
New research has found making memories may be tied to the synchronization of brain waves and that age and dementia can slow those rhythms down.
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Pamela Tabar |
December 27, 2017
Senior living providers are learning a bird in the hand is worth a lot to seniors who suffer from loneliness.
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Pamela Tabar |
December 26, 2017
The dementia rates in rural areas have dropped faster than rates in urban areas, but the reason might be surprising, notes a study from the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
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Memory care was top of mind for all provider sectors this year. The introduction of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ dementia-focused surveys, updates to the RAI Manual and definition changes in the state SOMs gave providers many reasons to improve their quality of care for residents with cognitive decline.
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Pamela Tabar |
December 21, 2017
The dementia rates in rural areas have dropped faster than rates in urban areas, but the reason might be surprising, notes a study from the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
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Pamela Tabar |
December 18, 2017
A Boston startup is helping residents stay involved by bringing conversations up close and personal to combat hearing loss.
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Northwestern University researchers have found a relationship between brain health and positive relationships in a study of social butterflies age 80 and older with sharp memories.
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Nicole Stempak |
December 14, 2017
Make the holidays the most wonderful time of the year by using time-honored traditions and faith-based celebrations to engage residents with dementia.
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Pamela Tabar |
December 11, 2017
A British survey shows that most people feel the knowledge of the diagnosis would be valuable even if the disease has no cure.
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Pamela Tabar |
December 11, 2017
The high-tech retinal imaging captures clues to early stages of Alzheimer’s disease and could speed medication development.
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Scent-associated memories are among the strongest and most lasting, but how does the brain decide which memories to keep and which to discard over time?
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Pamela Tabar |
December 4, 2017
An Australian team has created a simulation to mimic how people with dementia hear, and it could affect the way memory care centers are designed.
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Benzodiazepines, prescribed to lessen insomnia and anxiety, may be associated with an earlier death in those with Alzheimer’s disease.
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Pamela Tabar |
November 26, 2017
The winner of the 2017 OPTIMA Award for Excellence in Memory Care has slashed its use of antipsychotics to just 3 percent by retraining its staff and implementing a strict “just say no” policy.
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A Washington state agency has drafted guidelines for people with dementia who don’t want to receive oral foods or fluids.
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Nicole Stempak |
November 21, 2017
Gates is investing his own fortune toward dementia research and startups exploring new treatments.
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Nicole Stempak |
November 21, 2017
Administering dementia treatments may be more difficult than developing them, according to a RAND report on healthcare infrastructure.
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Nicole Stempak |
November 21, 2017
Door decals are giving a Canadian memory care facility a new look and helping residents with wayfinding and navigation.
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