“Montessori doesn’t focus on managing behaviors — it shapes the conditions around them.” At first glance, the statement sounds bold—some may even say unrealistic. After all, anyone who works in dementia care knows this reality: there are moments when behaviors must be managed. For safety, dignity, immediacy. So why say this at all? Because this perspective invites…
Challenges of the Home Model in Dementia Care Residences While the home model presents several challenges, particularly in larger care facilities, these obstacles can be effectively overcome with the right approach and training. One of the most powerful tools for achieving success in this model is the Montessori Method for the Cognitively Impaired. When staff are properly trained in…
This may be uncomfortable to read—and even more uncomfortable to recognize in ourselves. It’s…
In long-term care, the phrase “responsive behavior” is everywhere. It appears in documentation, care…
