April 2026 Newsletter

Review upcoming seminars and learn about the benefits of implementing Montessori Concepts in Dementia Care.
Dementia Caregiver Skills: A Clinical Competency Guide for Care Professionals
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Eight evidence-based dementia care competencies for CDPs, nurses, and long-term care staff – with clinical context, regulatory connections, and real-world application.
Dementia Certification Programs: Certificates vs Certifications vs CEUs
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Not all dementia credentials carry the same weight. Learn what certificates, certifications, and CEUs mean for your career and compliance.
Benefits of Dementia Training for Caregivers
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Dementia care demands more than general training – discover the 6 key benefits that transform caregiver confidence and outcomes.
When Is It Time for Memory Care? Questions Families Should Ask

Explore NCCDP’s Memory Care Excellence Network, CDP certifications, and CADDCT training to strengthen dementia care standards.
Dementia and Constipation: A Hidden Cause of Agitation, Refusal, and Restlessness

Explore the ADDC Seminar and CDP pathway to strengthen person-centered dementia care across your team.
Capgras Syndrome in Dementia: When a Loved One Thinks You Are an Imposter

NCCDP’s ADDC Seminar, CDP certification, and CADDCT training help professionals build practical skills for communication, behavior support, and person-centered dementia care.
Anosognosia in Dementia: Why a Person May Not Believe Anything Is Wrong

Explore NCCDP’s dementia care certifications and person-centered dementia care resources to strengthen your approach.
Dementia and UTI Symptoms in Older Adults: Why Confusion Can Worsen Suddenly

Explore NCCDP’s ADDC Seminar and dementia care certifications to strengthen person-centered, evidence-based practice.
March 2026 Newsletter

Care Dimensions is serving as a catalyst in helping NCCDP set the standard of dementia care across the country.