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The Philosophy Behind Meaningful Engagement in Dementia Care

06/08/2025
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| Adapted Activities, Future of Memory Care, Montessori for Dementia

Beyond Child’s Play: The Philosophy Behind Meaningful Engagement in Dementia Care  –  In dementia care, especially within long-term care settings, the line between “keeping people busy” and truly honoring their personhood can become blurred. Well-meaning staff may reach for activities that seem familiar or easy to implement—such as arts and crafts, sing-alongs, or even BINGO—but without careful reflection, these…

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Empowering Lives with Compassion and Innovation At the Montessori Dementia Center, we teach care partners how to transform the care experience for individuals living with neurological diseases. Through the principles of the Montessori method adapted for the cognitively impaired developed by Dr. Cameron Camp, we champion autonomy, dignity, and community engagement, ensuring every person is recognized for their unique abilities and potential.

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