How occupational therapy fits into dementia programming, caregiver training
By
Kirsten Simms
Mar 31, 2016
Dementia programs that train caregivers to “do with” instead of “do for” enable residents to retain functionality longer.
4 ways to promote healthy hearing to reduce the risk of cognitive decline
By
Annette Mazevski, Au.D., Ph.D.
Oct 08, 2020
As owners and operators of senior living communities, here’s how you and your employees can spot hearing loss, get residents the help they need, and create a better hearing environment.
The ‘why’ of resident engagement
By
Charles de Vilmorin
Jan 30, 2020
Senior living providers increasingly are focused on providing customized, person-centered experiences to the older adults they serve, and it has become essential for them to reflect on the “why”...
Alzheimer’s care isn’t working; here’s what is
By
Pamela Reese
Aug 29, 2019
There are several reasons that I don’t believe Alzheimer’s care is where it should be. Here are six.
Virtual reality holds benefits for senior living residents
By
Kerry Sherin
Aug 09, 2018
Staff and residents at an independent and assisted living community in Michigan are experiencing the benefits of bringing virtual reality to residents.
Fighting loneliness among older adults
By
Kristine Theurer
Oct 12, 2017
There’s a way to combat social isolation in senior living that is practical, cost effective, transformative and revolutionary.
Is it memory impairment, a medical issue or addiction?
By
Scott Trout
Jun 22, 2017
Alcohol and drug abuse is a somewhat hidden problem in the eldercare arena, as many caregivers and medical professionals fail to recognize it for what it is.
The importance of the life story in memory care
By
Beth Sanders
Dec 01, 2016
Knowing residents’ life stories is critical for staff members who care for those with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory or communication challenges.