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 […]
False Accusations in Dementia Care: Understanding, Responding, and Preserving Trust
By understanding factors like confabulation, delusions, and environmental triggers, nurses can respond with compassion and rebuild trust.
When a Person Living with Dementia Refuses Help: What Caregivers Need to Know
When caregivers address causes (not just the behavior) and protect autonomy and dignity, refusals typically soften into workable partnerships.
Fall Prevention For Individuals with Dementia: Tips For Caregivers
Falls are a serious concern for individuals living with dementia, and the consequences can be devastating. As cognitive decline progresses, physical abilities such as balance and coordination often become impaired, leading to an increased risk of falls. For caregivers, managing this risk can prevent injuries and preserve the dignity and independence of their loved ones. […]
Caring For Dementia Patients With Mobility Issues
For caregivers, managing dementia and mobility issues can be one of the most physically demanding and emotionally draining aspects of caring for a loved one. Mobility challenges often arise as dementia progresses, making it harder for patients to move around independently. This can lead to falls, accidents, and a decrease in overall quality of life. […]
Montessori Concepts vs. Person-Centered Care
Montessori dementia care has been shown to reduce behavioral symptoms and decrease the use of sedatives and psychotropic medications.
Tips For Handling Hallucinations For Dementia Caregivers
The presence of dementia and hallucinations often presents significant challenges for both individuals experiencing them and their dedicated caregivers. These sensory disturbances, which involve perceiving things that do not actually exist, cause confusion and distress. Understanding the root causes of these perceptions provides a foundation for developing effective coping mechanisms and supportive care plans. We […]
