Scanland is a geriatric nurse practitioner, who “specializes in behaviors and optimal dementia pharmacotherapy.” “Dementia,” says Scanland, “is an umbrella term for numerous neurocognitive disorders such as AD, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, Parkinson’s dementia,…
“Life Stations are a unique tool utilized in our Memory Care communities, meant to spark memories and create simple moments of joy for our residents. They are designed to be interactive – we encourage our…
“Between 2000 and 2014, there was an 89 percent increase in deaths due to Alzheimer’s.” The startling data this report should serve as a wake-up call: http://www.alz.org/facts/
“ ‘At Watercrest we give more in-depth training on Alzheimer’s care that helps workers learn how to better communicate with residents,’” says Michele Thompson, Watercrest COO and Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP).http://seniorhousingnews.com/2017/03/06/not-prison-design-tips-calmer-memory-care/
Not interested in becoming a trainer? The NCCDP will also be hosting the Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care seminar for those interested in obtaining CDP certification. http://hfam.associationsonline.com/site_event_detail.cfm?pk_association_event=14292
“Now in its 21st year, the Caregiver’s Conference provides family care partners and healthcare professionals with opportunities to hear from industry leaders, attend educational workshops, learn about local resources, visit with vendors, and network with…
Get in at the discounted rate of $1900 for HFAM members. ($2800 for non-members and registrations received after February 28.) http://hfam.associationsonline.com/site_event_detail.cfm?pk_association_event=14292
“Ackroyd is a licensed nursing home administrator with a Masters in healthcare administration from Ohio University. She is a Certified Dementia Practitioner and a certified trainer for dementia capable care, as well as EssentiALZ certified…
To register or for more information, visit https://www.cms.gov/Outreach-and-Education/Outreach/NPC/National-Provider-Calls-and-Events-Items/2017-03-21-Dementia-Care.html?DLPage=1&DLEntries=10&DLSort=0&DLSortDir=descending
“‘It definitely can be beneficial in your older adulthood,’ said Susan McKinney, a Certified Dementia Practitioner at Lifetime Wellness.” http://www.kiiitv.com/mb/news/health/studies-show-speaking-multiple-languages-delays-dementia/409289709