Keep it real with evidence-based simulation learning
By
Melora Jackson, MS
Aug 02, 2019
Scientifically researched training tools offer assurances that do-it-yourself and knock-off training programs cannot ensure.
$625,000 stipend will continue work to alter perceptions of aging, dementia
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 05, 2016
Anne Basting’s work to improve older adults’ quality of life and change perceptions related to aging and dementia recently received a big boost in the form of a $625,000 “genius grant”...
Following the promising results of a small pilot study, senior living provider Ecumen said it will be incorporating light therapy into a care program that emphasizes managing dementia without highly sedating...
Research focuses on diagnosing, lessening effects of Alzheimer’s disease
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 28, 2022
More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, costing the nation $321 billion in 2022, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. A variety of studies and pilot programs are underway...
Cranberry supplements may aid memory in older adults
May 24, 2022
Improvement in neural functioning also was seen during a 12-week intervention.
Road traffic, railway noise linked to increased dementia risk
Sep 10, 2021
The general pattern showed higher hazard ratios with higher noise exposure, with levelling off or a decline at higher noise levels.
Two Alzheimer’s drug trials halted
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 22, 2019
Two late-stage clinical trials of a drug for Alzheimer’s disease have been stopped because they aren’t likely to produce promising results, two companies involved with the research announced Thursday.
Wisconsin: Dementia bills pass committees
Feb 07, 2016
Wisconsin lawmakers are considering 10 bills designed to aid those with dementia, although senior living groups oppose one of the measures.
Changing perceptions of aging through art
By
Lois A. Bowers
Dec 01, 2016
MacArthur Fellow Anne Basting discusses her plans to change perceptions related to aging.
Person-centered training of caregivers would improve outcomes for those with dementia, experts say
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 02, 2021
As the population ages and the direct care workforce grows along with it, person-centered training is needed to improve care outcomes, according to a recent study.