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 of various factors, including individual tastes, potential chewing or swallowing difficulties, and medication interactions. Healthcare professionals and caregivers dedicated to enhancing their expertise discover that a well-planned diet significantly contributes […]
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, and a diminished ability to process information. Recognizing the signs and triggers of dementia anxiety allows caregivers to implement effective interventions. Healthcare professionals and caregivers strive to create supportive environments […]
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. For many caregivers, balancing daily responsibilities with education can be challenging. Online programs offer flexibility without sacrificing quality, making it easier to pursue professional growth or personal development. If you […]
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 wandering, and difficulty falling or staying asleep. Understanding how to help a person living with dementia to sleep well requires patience, observation, and thoughtful adjustments to the environment and routines. […]
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.
How To Create A Dementia-Friendly Environment: Guide For Caregivers
Creating a dementia-friendly environment is a major step in supporting persons living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. A thoughtfully arranged space can reduce confusion, improve safety, and enhance comfort. For caregivers, making adjustments at home or in care settings transforms daily challenges into more manageable moments, fostering independence and dignity. A dementia-friendly environment takes into […]
How To Become A Certified Dementia First Responder
First responders play a vital role in community safety, often encountering individuals facing unique challenges. Understanding dementia and its effects is increasingly important, as emergency personnel frequently assist persons living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. If you are interested in how to become a certified first responder with specialized dementia knowledge, this guide will walk […]
