When “Behavior” Is Really Pain

A Person-Centered Approach to Recognizing and Responding to Pain in People Living With Dementia
Earlier Identification (MCI Subjective Cognitive Decline) and What to Do Next

Practical pathways after a positive screen: confirmatory evaluation, differential diagnosis, safety planning, caregiver supports, and lifestyle interventions.
NCCDP Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Seminar Recognized by the Alzheimer’s Association Curriculum Review

Training aimed at implementing the latest evidence-based approaches to dementia care amid growing numbers of Americans affected.
Brain Health at Every Stage of Life: What Really Helps, and How Dementia Professionals Can Support It

Read about how every step towards brain health is worth honoring and how NCCDP turns broad “brain health” concepts into everyday practice.
Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s: What’s the Difference—and Why Words Matter

The distinction between Dementia and Alzheimer’s matters because assessment, prognosis, risk reduction, and care can differ by cause.
Welcome, Francois Bend Senior Living, to the Memory Care Excellence Network

We are honored to recognize Francois Bend Senior Living for their public commitment towards continuous improvement in dementia care.
Get Direct Help for Alzheimer’s and Related Dementias

For immediate, individualized Alzheimer’s and related Dementia assistance, use the national resources found in this article.
FDA-Approved Medications for Alzheimer’s Disease

Explore current treatments, Clinical Trials, Alternative and Complementary Therapies.
As research advances, personalized treatment that combines pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention will become central to care.
Belief Becomes Practice

Some words of wisdom from Denise Scruggs, a member of our advisory council. Denise has over 30 years of experience in education / gerontology.
Engaging Seniors Living with Dementia with Geri-Gadgets®

Just because people living with dementia don’t recognize loved ones doesn’t mean they don’t experience joy and don’t live in the moment.