How To Help Someone With Dementia Remember
Memory defines so much of who we are, shaping our experiences and connections to the world. For someone with dementia, the loss of memory can create confusion, frustration, and emotional challenges. Understanding how to help someone with dementia remember involves compassionate strategies that focus on creating familiarity, triggering memories through sensory cues, and fostering emotional […]
How To Deal With Fixation In Dementia: A Guide For Caregivers
Fixation behaviors in dementia are more than repetitive actions; they are expressions of emotional, cognitive, and physical challenges caused by the condition. From rearranging items repeatedly to focusing intensely on specific ideas, these behaviors stem from changes in the brain that disrupt attention regulation and emotional stability. Knowing how to deal with fixation in dementia […]
Dementia And Hearing Loss: Understanding The Overlooked Connection
Hearing loss is often dismissed as a natural part of aging, but its implications go beyond communication challenges. Recent studies reveal a strong link between hearing loss and dementia, especially when hearing difficulties arise during mid-life. The strain on the brain caused by impaired hearing can contribute to cognitive decline and memory loss. While not […]
December 2024 Newsletter – Announcing our CADDCT & CDP of the Year!
CADDCT/CDP OF THE YEAR 2024 NCCDP is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2024 CADDCT and CDP of the Year awards! These prestigious honors celebrate the exceptional dedication, expertise, and passion demonstrated by professionals in the dementia and geriatric care fields. The CADDCT (Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer) and CDP (Certified Dementia […]
CDP of the Year – Jaclyn Gatto, MS, R-DMT, CDP
Jaclyn Gatto has been nominated by her peers as our CDP of the year. Jaclyn holds a Bachelors Degree from Hunter College and a Masters Degree in Dance and Movement Therapy from the Pratt Institute. She first obtained her Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) in 2021 and has been making an impact as a dementia care […]
CADDCT of the Year: Melissa Long
Our Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Trainer (CADDCT) of the year, Melissa Long is a Certified Recreational Therapist, Director of Education and Support for Insight Memory Care Center and Owner of Recreational Therapy3, LLC. Melissa was nominated for CADDCT of the Year by her team at Insight Memory Care Center, where she serves as the […]
October 2024 Newsletter: Audiology Awareness Month
Research has increasingly highlighted the link between hearing loss and an elevated risk of cognitive decline, including dementia. By prioritizing hearing health, we not only enhance communication and social engagement but also potentially mitigate the onset of dementia-related symptoms. Read on to hear how CADDCT, Audiologist, and Neuroscientist Dr. Keith Darrow is working to bring awareness to the connection between hearing loss and dementia diagnoses!
September 2024 Newsletter
NCCDP has moved its headquarters to a new location! Please take note of our new address:One Main Street Suite 6 Sparta, NJ 07871
Celebrating Maria Montessori
As we honor Dr. Montessori’s birthday, we celebrate her enduring influence on both education and dementia care, recognizing the profound impact of her philosophy on individuals at all stages of life.
Celebrating Our Members!
We always strive to provide you with the highest standard of dementia education, and we couldn’t have done it without your support. You guys are the real MVPs!
