Learning Center for Alzheimer's & Dementia

Implementing any care strategy in a dementia care facility is difficult and takes a concerted effort by everyone - staff, volunteers and family. Implementing Montessori based dementia care is no different. Trying to implement change in your dementia memory care unit? Find out why communication is key in this article.

Learn about the second Montessori principle for dementia and Alzheimer care - Choice, in this article.

Learn about the third Montessori principle for Alzheimer's and dementia care - Demonstrate, in this article.

Over many years of observation and trial Dr. Montessori designed an entire range of materials to be used in the classroom. Some were based on existing sensory development tools and others through trial error. Learn to use traditional Montessori activities to engage people with dementia and Alzheimer's in this article.

The period between 3pm and mealtime is a time when residents with Alzheimer's or dementia often get anxious - they may want to go home, or be with their children. Everyone does chores around the house and using chore style activities for someone with Alzheimer's or dementia is a great way to engage them. Learn how.