Early Detection and Intervention in Alzheimer’s Disease: Why It Makes a Significant Difference Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive condition that worsens over time, but early detection and intervention can play a crucial role in managing its impact. While there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, identifying the disease in its early stages opens the door to various benefits for the…
We are providing the majority of Alzheimer’s care at home. And, although we are always hopeful, the future of the disease shows no sign of slowing down at this point, and there is a growing need for home care partners to be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to provide effective care in a home setting. “Eighty percent…
Yes, They May Leave – The concern that ‘they’ – staff – may leave after receiving training is a common one, and not unfounded, among executive directors in long-term care residences, but it’s important to consider the bigger picture. Here are several compelling arguments to counter this concern: Retention Through Investment Investing in employee training can increase staff loyalty….
The Critical Role of Long-Term Care Preceptors: Selection, Training, and Compliance In the evolving landscape of long-term care (LTC), ensuring high-quality resident care and effective staff support is more crucial than ever. One of the pivotal roles in achieving these goals is that of the long-term care preceptor, sometimes referred to as a “champion.” These individuals play a vital role…
Nutrition and Hydration in Dementia Care – Dementia patients often have unique needs, when it comes to nutrition and hydration, due to changes in metabolism, appetite, and the ability to chew or swallow. As the disease progresses, these needs may become more complex, requiring careful planning and consideration. Ensuring that the patient receives adequate calories is crucial, especially if…
Understanding Spaced Retrieval in the Context of Dementia – Spaced Retrieval (SR) is a cognitive intervention technique used to help individuals with dementia retain and recall information over progressively longer intervals. Spaced retrieval is a valuable technique in dementia care that leverages the spacing effect to help individuals retain and recall information over progressively longer intervals. It offers numerous…
Long before she learned about Grandma’s new home, there had been some small changes…
Why Montessori Dementia Care Gets Results – There is an old saying we still use…
