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  • Wayfinding in Memory Care

    Orientation is not a single intervention or product; it is the outcome of a dynamic relationship between residents and their environment. This relationship is particularly critical in memory care, where residents frequently experience cognitive decline and rely on environmental cues to function independently.

  • MARKETING MEMORY CARE

    Designing for dementia care is in many ways different from designing living spaces in general. Here are some of the more important considerations to include in dementia design.

  • 4 MOST EFFECTIVE ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES for DEMENTIA

    Non-drug therapy for dementia is proving, in many cases, to be as effective as the drugs so often prescribed for…

  • ADVANTAGES of LIFE STATIONS

    The Life Stations available at Dementia Friendly Design are quality made and provide residents with opportunities for cognitive engagement through familiar activities and environments. Whether it’s a kitchen station, garden area, or vintage office, these stations stimulate memories and encourage mental activity. This type of cognitive stimulation can help slow the progression of dementia and maintain cognitive functions. Perhaps more importantly, every Life Skills Station can improve the quality of life of those in your community.

  • DESIGN FOR DEMENTIA CARE

    Three essentials of good dementia care stand out as critical components: safety, attending to physical needs, and keeping patients engaged. These elements form the foundation of effective dementia care, ensuring that individuals with dementia are protected, healthy, and mentally stimulated.

  • A Growing need for elder care

    There is an increasing demand for eldercare and memory care communities According to the American Healthcare Association ​t​here are approximately…