Focus On: There’s no one-size-fits-all way to engage residents
Senior living operators use a variety of ways to describe their dementia care services, but all aim for engagement.
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Focus On: Dementia engagement briefs
Read about person-centered care, the global dementia care products market, and virtual reality.
5 lessons we’ve learned by not segregating memory care residents
The benefits of not offering memory care in a separate, locked unit far outweigh the effort needed — and we’ve learned some lessons along the way.
Several states consider requiring adult changing stations in certain buildings
Legislators in several states are considering requiring adult changing stations to be installed in certain locations to benefit caregivers and older adults living with Alzheimer’s disease, those who have had a stroke, and people of all ages living with disabilities.
Legislators scramble to clarify new dementia training requirements
Legislators in New Hampshire have been scrambling to clarify new minimum training requirements for workers in assisted living and other settings caring for residents with dementia after a bill with the requirements was tucked into the state budget and passed even though it “wasn’t ready for prime time.”
Appropriations bill increases dementia research funding by $350 million to $2.8 billion
The appropriation bill signed into law Friday contains a $350 million increase for Alzheimer’s and dementia research funding at the National Institutes of Health. The increase brings total annual NIH funding for Alzheimer’s and dementia research to $2.8 billion.
Bill would require first responders to receive dementia training
Two Ohio lawmakers have introduced legislation that would require first responders to receive Alzheimer’s disease training.
Dementia cafes gaining acceptance around the globe
Dementia cafes are emerging as a way to help provide better care and services for people with dementia, according to a Japanese study appearing in JAMDA.
Olive oil may help protect against dementia, study finds
An apple a day might keep the doctor away. But a diet rich in olive oil could prevent cognitive impairment.
‘Better business model’ needed for dementia care, Senate committee hears
A “better business model for the diagnosis and care of persons with Alzheimer’s disease” needs to be created, Jason Karlawish, M.D., said Wednesday at a Senate Finance Committee Subcommittee on Health hearing.
