Assisted living providers can take steps to address workforce shortages, quality, Alzheimer’s Association...
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 22, 2024
As federal lawmakers ponder ways to address workforce shortages and quality in senior living communities and other long-term care settings, the Alzheimer’s Association and its advocacy affiliate, the...
Dementia training for first responders required by new Virginia law
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 29, 2024
First responders in Virginia now will be required to undergo training to improve their professional interactions with people living with dementia, as well as their caregivers.
Caregivers, seniors with Alzheimer’s to benefit from ‘Rippl’ effect, access to 24/7 helpline
By
Aaron Dorman
Apr 09, 2024
A new dementia care platform will get telehealth to more seniors, and their caregivers, including access to a 24/7 helpline.
Non-invasive brain stimulation might not be right for memory care residents, study warns
By
Aaron Dorman
Apr 08, 2024
Short-term, non-invasive brain stimulation might not be able to help older adults with working memory, a new study finds.
Smartphone apps validated as method for detecting Alzheimer’s, new study shows
By
Aaron Dorman
Apr 02, 2024
A smartphone app with memory tests did just as well detecting MCI as when seniors took an in-person medical examination, new research shows.