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.
Person-Centered Care at Scale (Including Montessori-Informed Approaches)
Turning principles into daily practice: meaningful engagement, reducing distress, supporting autonomy, and measuring quality beyond “no incidents.”
Family Caregiver Strain And The “Hidden Economy” Of Care
Why burnout, finances, and practical supports are finally getting the attention they deserve
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.
Montessori-Based Dementia Care: Principles, Practice, and the Strategic Value of CMDCP/CMDCPT Certification
This article outlines Montessori-based care and offers an implementation roadmap for communities seeking consistent, measurable outcomes.
Repetitive Expressions in Dementia Care: What They Mean and How to Respond
Some repetitive actions are self-soothing and safe. If a behavior isn’t harmful, consider supporting it while ensuring comfort and dignity.
Caring for Those Who Served: Dementia Care for Veterans
NCCDP’s training is designed to help clinicians recognize military-related health factors and deliver trauma-informed care to veterans.
Hallucinations & Paranoia in Dementia Care: What to Watch For—and How to Respond
For organizations seeking a deeper, standardized approach to dementia care, NCCDP offers nationally recognized certifications and courses.
How To Stop Dementia Patients From Wandering At Night
Wandering at night is a common and distressing behavior for many individuals living with dementia. For caregivers, these episodes can be both emotionally and physically exhausting. Nighttime wandering can disrupt both the individual’s rest and the caregiver’s ability to get sufficient sleep, leading to a cycle of exhaustion and heightened stress. In this article, we’ll […]
How To Deal With Dementia Mood Swings (For Caregivers)
Managing mood swings in a loved one with dementia can be emotionally draining. As a caregiver, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when emotions shift unpredictably, and it becomes hard to anticipate or soothe those emotional moments. In this article, we’ll guide you through effective tips on how to deal with dementia mood swings. We will […]
