Home Health Aide Vs. Caregiver: Choosing The Right In-Home Care
Aging brings changes that can make daily tasks difficult. Family members often explore in-home care options to help their loved ones maintain independence. The two most common choices are home health aides and caregivers. Both assist with daily activities, but their training, qualifications, and responsibilities differ. Home health care training prepares aides for medical tasks, […]
Hallucinations And Dementia: What Caregivers Need To Know
A person with dementia may see, hear, or feel things that do not exist. These hallucinations often feel real and can lead to confusion, fear, or distress. Dementia with Lewy bodies causes them most frequently, but other types of dementia may also lead to hallucinations. These experiences may be brief and harmless or become persistent […]
Effective Assisted Living Manager Training Program: Strategies For Success
Managing an assisted living facility requires expertise in leadership, healthcare regulations, and resident care. Assisted living manager training builds the skills needed to oversee daily operations, support staff, and create a safe environment for residents. A certified assisted living manager must understand business operations, emergency planning, and resident health needs. Training programs help professionals develop […]
18 Home Activities For People With Dementia
Cognitive decline affects memory, thinking, and problem-solving skills. As Alzheimer’s and related dementias progress, individuals may experience confusion and frustration. However, structured activities for seniors with dementia can bring comfort and joy. Activities stimulate the brain, encourage movement, and create emotional connections. Families often struggle to find meaningful ways to engage their loved ones. Everyday […]
The Connection Between Dementia and Vision Loss
Understanding Overlapping Symptoms, Diagnoses and Interventions
7 Simple Ways to Meaningfully Connect with a Person Living with Dementia
The NCCDP teaches person-centered care as part of its evidence-based Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Curriculum.
CADDCT Spotlight: Paula Harder
Recognizing that dementia care requires ongoing education, Commonwealth implemented competency-based training to reinforce essential skills.
February 2025 Newsletter – NCCDP Staff Education Week!
Staff Education Week was created to encourage communities to emphasize the importance of dementia education.
NCCDP’s Guiding Principles of Dementia Care
Behavior is a form of communication and should be regarded as an effort to express a need rather than a problem or challenge.
Navigating The Final Stages: Signs Of End-Of-Life Dementia
The final stages of dementia can be an emotionally and physically demanding time for both the individual and their family. As dementia progresses, caregiving becomes increasingly complex, especially when it’s time to confront dementia end-of-life care decisions. Recognizing the signs that a person with dementia is nearing the end of their life is essential in […]
