Wisdom from a Friend with Dementia
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Innovation in long term care communities: early versus late adopters
Innovation in the long-term care setting can take many forms. It can be a novel technology, an inventive volunteer program, or an innovative training class. No matter what the offering is, the willingness to try something new to benefit elders in the long-term care setting is always worth attempting.
Education First in Dementia Care
Foundational Education is critical for inexperienced caregivers of persons with Dementia. Don't rely on understanding through experience alone.
Specialized Dementia Training and Employee Turnover
Employee Education = Engagement = Quality Care
Employees at
Emerald Health and Rehab in North Carolina are immersed in education about the positive effects of expressive touch.
What is Huntington's Disease and Understanding it's link to Alzheimer's
May is Huntington's Disease (HD) Awareness Month, sponsored by the Huntington's Disease Society of America. This often unknown and misunderstood disease and it's link to Alzheimer's symptoms is worthy of discussion. Let's delve into understanding Huntington's Disease.
Careers in Aging - Proactive Approaches to the Looming Crisis
March 3 -7 is Careers in Aging Week and an appropriate time to talk about the importance of this topic. No longer are the shortages of direct care staff and others in long term care a subject of the future. The crisis is looming and it is serious.