About 5.4 million people in the United States suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. By the middle of the century, 16 million people are expected to have the condition. There are nearly 15 million Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers providing 17 billion hours of unpaid care valued at $202 billion. The Facts and […]
Linked Senior is proud to be exhibiting at the Virginia Association of Nonprofit Homes for the Aging (VANHA) 38th Annual Conference & Trade Show June 6-7, 2011 at the Norfolk Waterside Marriott Please drop by and visit us at booth #302! Here is a little bit about VANHA: The mission of VANHA is to represent […]
The biggest pain point shared by activity directors across levels of care and states is the activity calendar. This visual tool that highlights the main events of a retirement community is a federal regulation for nursing homes but also a requirement in Independent Living and Assisted Living. There are three main reasons why it is […]
Linked Senior is proud to be exhibiting at the NCCAP annual Symposium in Cincinnati, OH at Greater Cincinnati Airport Holiday Inn on June 2nd & 3rd Here is a little bit about NCCAP: The National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP) is one of the Certifying Bodies recognized by Federal law, and incorporated in many […]
Here is a great piece from the Alzheimer’s Association that discusses important aspects of dementia and how to deal with increased aggressive behavior. The chief cause of behavioral symptoms is the progressive deterioration of brain cells. However, environmental influences can also cause symptoms or make them worse. Aggression can be caused by many factors including […]
