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Advance care planning is crucial for quality care in aging. Check out our new BABEL ACP resources for #LTC teams and families to guide meaningful conversations: https://lnkd.in/gtNymMeV

On a recent literature review looking for better ways to ensure the safety of wandering patients in hospital settings I came across this amazing short read from Featherstone & Northcutt (2021) titled "Wandering the Wards: An Ethnography of Hospital Care and its Consequences for People Living with Dementia". It's a must read for any health professional working in spaces that cater to patients/consumers living with dementia. It caused me to pause and reflect on the care I have provided over the years to this vulnerable cohort of patients. And to consider what we can do better in the future as healthcare providers. Warning: Prepare for a moist eye or two 😥

Learn the Art of Disarming Dementia Patients Safely and Humanely Discover the crucial skill that enables EMTs to handle challenging scenarios involving elderly patients with dementia wielding weapons. Enhance your knowledge and techniques to diffuse tense situations without causing harm. Join us as we explore this essential skill for better citizenry and optimal job performance. #DisarmingTechniques #EMTTraining #DementiaPatientSafety #NonViolentApproach #EMTSkills #SafetyFirst #HealthcareProfessionals #BetterCitizenry #EthicalHandling #SafeDisarmament

These stats from The John A. Hartford Foundation clearly underscore the problems we're working to solve every day: 82% of older adults say that the health care system isn't prepared for an aging America Only 11% give the system an A grade Just 37% of adults with relatives and friends in nursing homes say the care is high-quality At the same time, older adults aren't afraid to tell us what they really want: a health care system that prioritizes quality of life over the longest possible lifespan, and well-trained geriatric providers that actually listen to their individual concerns, goals and preferences. We have the tools. We just need to put them in practice. Thanks once again to Terry Fulmer and John A. Hartford for leading this important conversation! https://lnkd.in/erbBc92q

Check out the groundbreaking GLOBAL Medical Care Guidelines for Adults with Down Syndrome. This first-of-its-kind, evidence-based recommendations provide guidance to clinicians caring for adults with Down syndrome. Why are these guidelines so important? People with Down syndrome have different medical needs and risks compared to the general population. Having tailored clinical care guidelines helps ensure they receive accurate evaluations and appropriate care. These long-awaited guidelines were developed by a team of experts, including adults with Down syndrome and caregivers. They cover a comprehensive range of areas from behavioral health to dementia screening. The guidelines are a vital resource for improving health outcomes and quality of life for the growing population of adults with Down syndrome. Download them for free at https://buff.ly/3Ka1GDI and help spread awareness! @global-down-syndrome-foundation ___ #DownSyndrome #AdultCareGuidelines #ImprovedHealthcare #PeopleWithDisabilities #DSFN

Learn about recent events, updates with the Multidisciplinary Center on Aging, and current research efforts in aging in the Division of Geriatric Medicine in the inaugural MCoA newsletter. 📰   🏠 Increasing nursing home resident representation in clinical research 🏃🏽🏃♀️ Exploring differences in exercise benefits between men and women ⚕️ The graduate program designed to help providers tailor their care for older adults And more! Read the newsletter here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/gX9XBVXS   Subscribe to the MCoA newsletter to get the latest on aging research and MCoA initiatives: 👉 https://lnkd.in/gv6jYiUP #aging

👉 Explore the November Systematic review collection: https://zurl.co/8a1o ARIIA's monthly systematic review collection, curated by a skilled librarian, grants you access to the latest and highest-quality reviews in aged care. November's collection includes both Open Access and subscription-based reviews, which provide valuable insights into the following areas: 💡 Misdiagnosis in dementia and its impact on dementia care delivery. 💡 What works in reducing depression in older residents, and the importance of social networks on depression in community-dwelling older adults. 💡 Experiences of people with Parkinsons in care homes. Care recipient’s perceptions of communication into medication management during care transitions. 💡 Associations between cognitive decline and oral hygiene. 💡 and much more! 📚 This month's collection features 16 reviews, 10 of which are open access. #AgedCare #SystematicReview #OpenAccess #EvidenceBased

Addressing the complexity of geriatric care: Treating both delirium and dementia is essential for holistic patient well-being. Watch the presentation: https://lnkd.in/edSGsnHC Walid Nassif #GeriatricMedicine #HolisticCare

The patient safety side of caring for patients with dementia has changed over the years. Back in the day, we used to rely quite heavily on those basic falls prevention protocols and those red wristbands—which, if we're honest, weren't really the best solution for our patients with cognitive challenges. These days, we're actually seeing some really positive changes in how we do things. We've learnt so much from our shared learnings and investigations, and now we're actually using much better integrated assessment methods that look at both the physical stuff and the cognitive challenges our patients face. It's really making a difference. I honestly reckon the future of dementia care is going to be all about those really personalised risk management approaches. We're definitely moving away from the old one-size-fits-all stuff and heading towards much more dignified ways of keeping people safe while letting them keep their independence. Plus, we're getting much better at staff training and keeping proper notes. If this resonates, take a look at this article on a real-life incident with a bunch of learnings: https://lnkd.in/gy3kHXBP Also you are welcome to explore a number of interesting lessons on falls at The Loop Pro. www.theloop.pro #PatientSafety #Healthcare #SharedLearnings #QualityImprovement #ContinuousImprovement

Studies estimate that as much as 90% of dementia patients experience at least one episode of aggressive behavior over the course of their disease. Our course "Managing Aggressive Behaviors" offers practical strategies for managing & de-escalating aggressive behaviors to ensure safety for all. Watch a preview below. This course is part of our extended Dementia Care series. Learn more here: https://hubs.ly/Q02YV4JH0 #Dementia #SNF #LTC #HomeCare #HomeHealth