4Ms Printable Resources
A variety of printable handouts that provide easy-to-remember information on 4Ms topics.
4Ms Printable Resources
Tag: Dementia
Resources & Support for Patients Diagnosed with Dementia and their Care Partners
A listing of support agencies found in Florida and national web-based educational resources.
Be Prepared for Emergent Situations Involving Persons with Dementia
Introduction People living with dementia interact with the world differently and can experience memory loss, mood swings, and confusion. In emergency situations, how first responders and care partners interact with
Mentation
This M focuses on preventing, identifying, treating, and managing depression, dementia, and delirium across care settings.
The Center for Applied Research in Dementia
The Center for Applied Research in Dementia aims to improve the quality of life of persons with dementia and related disorders, and the lives of their caregivers.
UCLA Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Program
The UCLA Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Program has created a large video library to help caregivers understand how to better care for persons with dementia.
Florida Department of Elder Affairs- Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative
The Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative (ADI) provides respite services including in-home, adult day care, emergency, and extended care (up to 30 days) for caregivers who serve patients with memory disorders. In addition to
Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association is an organization that works to unite caregivers, provide support to those facing Alzheimer’s, and advance research into the disease.
African-American Alzheimer’s Caregiver Training and Support (ACTS 2)
ACTS 2 is a faith-based, skills-building and support program designed to meet the needs of distressed family caregivers of older adults with dementia.
Providing Care for Older Adults
Caring for older adults in a clinical setting provides unique opportunities and challenges. Below are clinical tools and trainings to help the healthcare professional provide excellent geriatric healthcare.
Mind Health
Learn more about how to keep yourself feeling mentally healthy. Find out what is a normal part of aging and what to do if you have concerns.