Here are the 9 Dimensions of Human Well-Being in Dementia PhysicalSupporting comfort, mobility, and bodily health to help the person feel at ease in their body. SafetyCreating an environment where the person feels secure, protected, and free from harm or confusion. SpiritualHonoring the person’s beliefs, values, or sense of purpose to foster peace and inner strength. CognitiveEncouraging thinking, awareness,…
Like Any Other Day It starts like any other day. You’ve got your routine down. Breakfast trays are being passed, morning care is underway, and you know which residents need a little extra time and who’s usually ready to go. You’ve already helped someone find their missing slipper, calmed another who was looking for her husband, and you’re halfway through…
Addressing Pain Points and Exploring Solutions : Staff, Rules & Money The biggest pain points for management and executives of Long-Term Care (LTC) residences typically revolve around the following key areas: staff, rules and money: Staffing Shortages & Retention High turnover rates among caregivers and nurses lead to constant rehiring and training costs. Burnout & stress among staff due to…
Seeing is remembering. You can unlock the magic of visual cues. In the world of Montessori for dementia, visual cues, or “signs,” are much more than simple labels. We say ‘the magic of visual cues’ because they are powerful tools that tap into the unique ways the brain processes and retains information, especially when facing cognitive challenges. But why…
When all is said and done, try to remember that getting an early diagnosis…
Here are the 9 Dimensions of Human Well-Being in Dementia PhysicalSupporting comfort, mobility, and…
