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July 2025 Newsletter

NCCDP is excited to announce that we will be implementing a NEW and IMPROVED member experience—expected August 25th, 2025.

What Will You Learn From A Memory Care Director Certification Program?

Caring for individuals who live with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia presents unique challenges for healthcare professionals. Dedicated caregivers understand the profound impact

Tips For Handling Hallucinations For Dementia Caregivers

The presence of dementia and hallucinations often presents significant challenges for both individuals experiencing them and their dedicated caregivers. These sensory disturbances, which involve perceiving

Dementia And Increased Appetite: How To Manage Sudden Overeating

Caring for someone living with dementia presents unique challenges, and changes in eating habits often cause significant concern for caregivers. Observing a sudden increase in

Best Foods For Dementia Patients To Eat: Guide For Caregivers

Providing specialized care for individuals with dementia presents unique challenges, particularly when considering their nutritional needs and preferences. Implementing effective dietary strategies requires careful consideration

A Caregiver’s Guide To Managing Anxiety In Dementia Patients

Anxiety commonly affects individuals living with dementia, posing significant challenges for both patients and their caregivers. This distressing emotion often arises from confusion, memory loss,

Edenwald Earns the Memory Care Seal of Excellence

The Memory Care Excellence Network is an elite program that supports organizations demonstrating the highest standards in dementia care.

NCCDP Welcomes The Renaissance Retirement Campus to the Memory Care Excellence Network

We are honored to recognize The Renaissance Retirement Campus as a valued addition to the Memory Care Excellence Network.

What To Expect From Online Dementia Training For Caregivers

Online dementia training for caregivers has become a valuable way to gain knowledge and skills needed to support persons living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias.

How To Help a Person Living with Dementia To Sleep Better

Sleep disturbances are common among persons living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Changes in the brain can disrupt normal sleep patterns, leading to restlessness, nighttime

June 2025 Newsletter

Learn more about Heirloom Memory Care — a research-informed, Montessori-based, and person-centered program for dementia care.

Elevating Memory Care: Inside Kisco’s Heirloom Program with Brenda Gurung

As the Heirloom Memory Care program grows, it stands as a testament to what’s possible when training, culture, and compassion converge.

Federal and State Requirements for Dementia Training

Federal and State Requirements for Dementia Training: A State-By-State Breakdown of Current Guidelines

Federal and State Requirements for dementia training differ in terms of training hours, content, and applicability to various staff roles.

Arizona Memory Care Training Requirements

The Arizona Alzheimer's dementia training requirements ensure care workers are trained to meet the needs of residents with dementia.

Arkansas Dementia Training Requirements

The Arkansas dementia training requirements ensure care workers are trained to meet the needs of residents with dementia.

California Dementia Care Standards

The California dementia training requirements ensure care workers are trained to meet the needs of residents with dementia.

Colorado Dementia Training Requirements

The Colorado dementia training requirements ensure care workers are trained to meet the needs of residents with dementia.

Connecticut Alzheimer’s and Dementia Training Requirements

The Connecticut Alzheimer's dementia training requirements ensure care workers are trained to meet the needs of residents with dementia.

Delaware Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Training Requirements

The Delaware Alzheimer's dementia training requirements ensure care workers are trained to meet the needs of residents with dementia.

Florida Dementia Training Requirements

The Florida dementia training requirements ensure care workers are trained to meet the needs of residents with dementia.

Georgia Dementia Training Requirements

The Georgia dementia training requirements ensure care workers are trained to meet the needs of residents with dementia.

Illinois Dementia Care Training Requirements

The Illinois dementia training requirements ensure care workers are trained to meet the needs of residents with dementia.

Indiana Dementia Training Requirements

The Indiana dementia training requirements ensure care workers are trained to meet the needs of residents with dementia.

Iowa Dementia Care Requirements

The Iowa dementia training requirements ensure care workers are trained to meet the needs of residents with dementia.

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