A diagnosis of dementia or mild cognitive impairment may contain a “silver lining” for those with the disease, according to research presented Monday at the Alzheimer’s Association International...
2 ways to help residents combat dementia
Nov 19, 2015
Recently published research from the United States and Australian reveals two ways to slow or prevent cognitive decline.
Focus On briefs: Behavioral health
Feb 01, 2024
Caregivers of people who experience a severe stroke, Older adults living with dementia, and Light therapy.
Elmcroft sells skilled nursing division
Dec 03, 2015
The divestiture will allow the company to focus on assisted, independent and dementia care communities, according to CEO Pat Mulloy.
Staying connected
Feb 01, 2015
Residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory-related challenges deserve enriching activities and options. Senior living veterans offer ideas that can help
CDC report details assisted living community characteristics
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 23, 2016
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention sheds light on the characteristics of the 30,200 assisted living and similar residential care communities providing long-term care services....
Study: Pharmacists help reduce hospital admissions among those with dementia
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 05, 2016
If you’re seeking to reduce hospital admissions among those with dementia, involving a clinical pharmacist may help, according to new research from Sweden.
Brookdale finalizing $7.4 million memory care expansion in Ohio
Sep 14, 2015
The expansion includes a new 27,000-square-foot building that will offer Brookdale’s person-centered program for those with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
Special needs
By
Julie E. Williamson
Mar 01, 2018
Residents with cognitive impairment present unique challenges and opportunities for the senior living field.
Dental app supports dementia patient caregivers
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 02, 2024
A new dental care app helps caregivers assist seniors with dementia with proper oral hygiene practices, a recent study showed.