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Q and A: How can I get my mother to go to the hospital against her will to determine her dementia status?

Q and A: How can I get my mother to go to the hospital against her will to determine her dementia status?

During this time, hopefully, you have contacted her doctor and made that person aware of the situation. You will need the background of your mom’s history and competency as noted by her physician. This decline in mom’s cognition may have been going on longer than you realize.

More to Life than Memories: The Importance of Living in the Moment While Coping with Alzheimer's

More to Life than Memories: The Importance of Living in the Moment While Coping with Alzheimer's

The word “remember” is shrouded in negativity, anxiety, and feelings of uncertainty for persons experiencing dementia. “Mom, you remember your neighbors, Tom and Jane? Don’t you?” All eyes are on the person with dementia, as everyone in the room is holding their breath waiting to clap for the right answer, like watching a child taking their first step.

Certified Dementia Practitioner - What Does It Mean and Why Does It Matter?

Certified Dementia Practitioner - What Does It Mean and Why Does It Matter?

The NCCDP administers the Certified Dementia Practitioner® (CDP®) program, a certification that indicates a health care professional has received comprehensive knowledge in the area of dementia care,  has completed the Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care course and seminar, and met the NCCDP certification requirements. A CDP® certification reflects a deep personal commitment on the part of the health care professional, inspiring confidence and dedication in an individual's professional knowledge through quality of life and quality of care provided to dementia patients.