Montessori Doesn’t Manage Behaviors. It Removes the Conditions That Create Them. At first glance, this may seem like a bold statement —perhaps even unrealistic. After all, anyone who works in dementia care knows this reality: there are moments when behaviors must be managed. For safety, dignity and immediacy. So why say this at all? Because the statement is…
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…
Should we label a unit or area Cognitive Care or Memory Care? “Cognitive Care”…
Leadership Systems, Care Consistency, and the “Invisible Hours”. In every residence, care unfolds across many…
