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!
Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
At NCCDP, we strive to make a positive change in dementia care and education. Every one of you, our members, help us make that change real every single day.
Celebrating National Nurses Month!
Join us in celebrating one of the heroes of geriatric healthcare – our dedicated nurses! Read more.
Cedarhurst Senior Living Partners with NCCDP for Memory Care Education Initiative
Cedarhurst Senior Living is committed to creating senior living communities where each person feels loved, valued, supported and able to live life to the fullest. Read more!
Celebrating Healthcare Social Worker Month!
March 2024 Newsletter Happy Social Work Month! The contributions of geriatric social workers date back more than a century! Our current demographics with the population of elders growing worldwide creates the demand for even more social workers to choose the geriatric field. The number of older people here in the U.S. is becoming more diverse […]
