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Unlock the wisdom of building dementia care teams with insights from LaBena Fleming M.Ed., M. Ed. Adm., CDP! Discover tailored caregiver training tips, retention strategies, and ongoing support essentials. Let's journey together toward compassionate caregiving excellence! Dive into the insights here: https://lnkd.in/g89FHfiE #expertinsights #homecareexperts #homecareindustrytips #dementiatips #dementiaexpert #homecare #learn2careexpertinsights #caregivingexpertinsights #learn2care #labenafleming #dementiacare

One in nine Americans aged 65 and older has Alzheimer's dementia, resulting in the increased demand of family caregivers to step into a role they are not financially or mentally prepared for. Now more than ever, it is time to improve the future for all caregivers, through advocating with our government officials to ensure they are protected and supported, to build awareness of the gaps in support, and to recognize that each caregiver is a human navigating their own trials and tribulations of life. It's time to do this together. At Otsuka, we are endlessly committed to caregivers, through advocating for more visibility and support, through providing tangible tools to make a meaningful impact and address the daily needs, and through recognizing the caregivers amongst our employees and providing caregiver specific benefits to those who need them. The untold cost of caregiving is one that must be talked about. Read more with Otsuka Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer John Kraus feature in Medical Economics:

🧠 Understanding Dementia Care: New Resources Available! 🌟 Caring for loved ones with dementia can be challenging, especially when facing aggression, wandering, or confusion. Thankfully, new help is on the way with the introduction of a revolutionary website offering free, expert-backed training! 🔹 - Up to 95% of dementia patients exhibit neuropsychiatric symptoms, which fluctuate over time. - These symptoms often lead to the need for assisted living or nursing home care. - The DICE method (Describe, Investigate, Create, Evaluate) offers a structured approach to manage these challenges effectively. - The website provides nine video modules and two interactive simulations to equip caregivers with the necessary tools and techniques. - DICE promotes understanding the reasons behind behaviors and advocating non-pharmaceutical approaches before considering drug therapy. 🛠️ Practical Solutions Offered: - Address underlying medical issues like pain or infections. - Simplify tasks and establish structured daily routines. - Engage in meaningful activities and ensure a clutter-free environment. - Use the website's tools to find custom solutions for unique situations. 💡 Take Action: Visit the new website to access these free resources and start improving the quality of care for your loved ones with dementia today! 🌐 Explore More: Check out other online resources listed on the Best Programs for Caregiving site to find local support and training. #DementiaCare #DICEApproach #CaregiverSupport #NeuropsychiatricSymptoms #ElderCare #DementiaAwareness #AssistedLiving #AlzheimersCare #SeniorHealth #Caregiving

Behind every Parkinson's patient is a network of family and caregivers, providing support, love, and care. But it’s important to remember that caregivers need support too! Hiring a care manager can alleviate the burden by coordinating medical appointments and therapies, allowing caregivers to focus on quality time rather than logistics. 👪 And let's not forget the importance of self-care for caregivers—practices like mindfulness, regular exercise, and pursuing hobbies are essential for maintaining their health and preventing burnout. 🧘 For additional ways to assist caregivers in their journey, head over to our latest blog post: https://lnkd.in/ewggjedB #ParkinsonsAwarenes #Caregivers #SeniorCare

🌟 Help Us Transform Dementia Care! 🌟 Caring for someone with #dementia can be incredibly challenging, affecting the wellbeing of both patients and their #caregivers. Thanks to a generous grant from the The National Institutes of Health, National Institute on Aging (NIA), and in collaboration with BioSensics , we're excited to introduce an innovative solution aimed at easing this journey, called #NiliCare/ #Care4AD . Through our cutting-edge, fully decentralized clinical trial, we're exploring an interactive home-based platform designed to streamline care coordination and management for individuals with dementia. This tool supports caregivers in delivering enhanced care, reducing stress, and improving overall quality of life, all from the comfort of home. 📢 Calling all #caregivers across the United States! If you're caring for a loved one with dementia, we need your input. Participate in our trial to make a real difference – without the need for clinic visits. Everything, including the consent process, is conducted remotely. Share this video with any caregiver you know who could benefit from our program. Let's work together to provide better care for our loved ones with dementia. #dementiacare #CaregiversSupport #homebasedcare #clinicaltrials #innovationincare #nih #BioSensics #digitalhealth #stress #caregiving #c2ship #careathome #healthequity #empowring #alzheimers #alzheimersdisease #chronicillness Baylor College of Medicine Ashkan Vaziri David De Leon Garza Mark Kunik Michele York Joseph Mills MD Jayer Chung Janet Roveda Kouhyar Tavakolian David Armstrong Chiara Daraio Marjorie Skubic Rice University #ICAMP #DiHAC #interdisciplinary

Last week we celebrated National Caregivers Day! As families navigate the complexities of caregiving for their loved ones, we believe it's essential to shine a light on the often overlooked toll it takes on their own wellbeing. Whether they're parents of children grappling with genetic epilepsy or spouses and children supporting loved ones with dementia or psychiatric illness, caregivers silently bear immense responsibilities, often enduring chronic stress, sleep disruption, and depression (Lou et al., 2023). Previous studies have highlighted that the total time spent as a caregiver correlates not only with acute sleep disruption and stress levels, but also with heightened risk of developing chronic illnesses themselves, indicating a pressing public health concern and not a mere inconvenience (Yeni et al., 2024). For instance, a 2010 study determined that spousal caregivers of people with Alzheimer's Disease (AD) face a staggering 48% higher chance of developing Alzheimer's themselves compared to non-caregivers. When factoring in the duration of care provided, this risk skyrockets to nearly 600% higher chance (Vitaliano, 2010; Norton et al., 2010), though still requires a more rigorous study of sleep in AD patients and caregivers. Evidence connecting chronic sleep deprivation and dementia continues to mount as the field evolves (Himali et al., 2023). However, there remains a gap in research regarding the long-term effects of caregiver sleep fragmentation, such as for parents of children with nocturnal seizures. Many caregivers sacrifice their own sleep, vigilant to the needs of their loved ones and perpetually on standby in case of emergencies. At Beacon, we recognize that caregiving is a profound commitment that extends beyond the walls of the clinic. We applaud the organizations that are working to support caregivers through research and philanthropy. Please reach out to learn more about caregiver and patient studies: https://lnkd.in/errYwFaE #Caregivers #Dreem #EEG #PSG #clinicaltrials #biomarkers Alzheimer's Association® Alzheimer's Society Global Alzheimer's Association Interactive Network Biogen Eisai Co., Ltd. Pfizer Novartis pc: Emme Bow

𝐀 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲 𝐬𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐥𝐳𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐫 by testing a person's blood for a specific protein called phosphorylated tau (p-tau). The study focused on detecting p-tau217 in the blood, which increases simultaneously with the buildup of damaging proteins (such as beta amyloid and tau) in the brains of individuals with Alzheimer's. The blood test demonstrated impressive accuracy, with findings indicating up to 96% precision in identifying elevated levels of beta amyloid and up to 97% accuracy in identifying tau. This blood test has the potential to increase the ability to diagnose Alzheimer’s sooner, leading to earlier treatment and improved patient care. Source: https://buff.ly/47MwSSS #caregiving #caregiver #eldercare #agingcare #geriatriccare #geriatriccaremanagement #agingcaremanagement #lifecaremanagement #alzheimer's #dementia

So, who's ready to dive into a 220-page dissertation? Anyone? No? Yeah, didn't think so! 😅 Don't Stress- For those who prefer the abridged version (yes, like the good ol' Coles Notes days, showing my age here 😂), I've got you covered! or in the new lingo of today "Bet!" Introducing the Coles Notes version of my dissertation: "Understanding the Long-Term Impact on Sandwich Generation Caregivers of Alzheimer’s Patients in Palliative Care." 🎉Because let's face it, this research is vital. We can't keep overlooking our unsung caregiving heroes. They deserve recognition and support! 💪 Your support and feedback are greatly appreciated! Let's continue to raise awareness and support for caregivers facing similar challenges. 🧠 #SandwichGeneration #Caregivers #AlzheimersCare #PalliativeCare #Research #ColesNotes #UnsungHeroes #SupportCaregivers #Healthcare #LinkedInPost 💼👨👩👧👦 #dementia #alzheimersdisease #alzheimersawareness #SandwichGeneration #Caregivers #AlzheimersCare #PalliativeCare #MentalHealth #Research #DissertationSummary #ColesNotes #LongTermImpact #Healthcare #FamilyCaregiving #dissertation #researchimpact Check out the condensed version here:

Exploring the seven stages of Alzheimer's is essential for individuals facing this condition and those supporting them as caregivers. We delve into each stage, providing the signs of those who are impacted by Alzheimer's disease. Read our list below 👇 #alzheimers #neurodegenerative #patientcare #caregivers #stagesofalzheimers #patientoutcomes #healthcaretechnology 

"Dementia patients may get "stuck" on an idea or concept that may not be logical or actionable but using redirection techniques can help. Given the challenge of logical reasoning with dementia, how can you alter or divert your loved one's attention to prevent frustration or agitation? Host Dawn Platt provides valuable insights into understanding how individuals with dementia perceive different types of responses, advice on how to redirect and the reasoning behind the effectiveness of redirection." ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ #Dementia #Caregiving #Caregiver