June 2023 - News & Notes
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June 2023 - News & Notes



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Welcome to our 2nd Edition of the Keep In Mind, Inc. newsletter!





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On May 31st, Ellen presented 'Designing for a Dementia Household' on a webinar hosted by Certified Aging in Place industry leader, Steve Hoffacker CAPS .
The pitfalls of patterned carpeting, lack of sunlight & overstuffed sofas were just some topics discussed. Find the FULL EPISODE HERE!

If you are a Dementia caregiver or know someone who is, this information dense session is a must listen/watch!


Father's Day is THIS weekend!

If you'll be celebrating a Father or Father figure living with Dementia this year, this quick-read entitled: Dementia Friendly Father’s Day Celebrations! will give you some great ideas on how to modify the festivities to ensure successful outcomes. Enjoy!


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Have you visited the K.I.M. Academy Online Dementia Education Platform yet?

Known as the K.I.M. Academy for short; where our mission is to Elevate the Global Dementia IQ, one student at a time

The K.I.M. Academy is endorsed & supported by our collaborative partners at the National Institute for Dementia Education - NIDE . Offering online & on-demand educational opportunities designed for & delivered to, busy adult learners. Dementia education for professionals in elder care services as well as options for family caregivers.

The silver tsunami is here. And if your life isn't already impacted in some way by Dementia, it may be soon. You certainly have folks within your network, already delivering Dementia care to someone they love.

Take a moment & listen to Ellen Belk, BC-DEd, CDP , the creator of the K.I.M. Academy deliver the Welcome message on the platform. Bookmark the site & come back when you are ready to elevate your Dementia IQ.

Credential courses, bonus content & on-going learning opportunities can be accessed online & on-demand via any of your devices. Taken at your pace & within your schedule.

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"I learned a lot and really enjoyed the pace, the informatioin and the format!" - Beckie, Home Care Specialist


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Ellen joins Steve Gurney at Noon (eastern) for this interactive FREE webinar on the Positive Aging Community

Ellen Belk has an impressive 21+ years of operational experience within the senior living sector as a Dementia expert, author, trainer & influencer. She brings a unique blend of proficiency in operations, sales, team building, resident experience & innovation. Along with her simple solutions for complex care problems. 

JOIN US FOR THIS LIVE session!

Can't make it? No worries - register anyway so you can access the recording for playback later!


Knowledge Nugget

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  • A healthy adult brain has about 100 billion neurons, each with long branching extensions; enabling individual neurons to form connections with other neurons


  • Those connections, called synapses is where information flows
  • The brain contains about 100 trillion synapses, allowing signals to travel rapidly creating the cellular basis of memories, thoughts, sensations, emotions, movement and skills


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Ellen Belk, BC-DEd, CDP is a Silver Living Strategist, Dementia expert, the Founder of Keep In Mind, Inc. and the creator of the K.I.M. Academy Online Dementia Education Platform.

An innovative influencer in the aging sector, Belk is a vivacious voice of a new generation of servant leaders.

A dynamic speaker, Belk moves seamlessly from the C-Suite to the frontlines of care, captivating audiences with her authentic stories from personal experiences in the trenches of elder care. Her TEAM™ approach to achieving Championship level outcomes resonates with both professional and family caregivers alike.

Belk believes "together we are stronger" and she challenges those she encounters to "be the change."

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