The National Council of Dementia Minds (NCDM) is a nonprofit organization that was founded and is led and governed by people living with dementia or mild cognitive impairment in hopes of transforming how the world views life with a neurocognitive disorder. Among their services is Dementia Minds™, small groups that are composed of people living with different types of dementia or mild…
In this series, we’ll provide simple checklists with practical ideas for making your home more supportive for older adults and people living with dementia. Contrast refers to the difference in brightness or color between two objects or surfaces. Here are 3 reasons why contrast matters: Contrast can be a valuable tool in the care of people…
We are proud to share that our partners at the Montessori Institute of North Texas (MINT) have now opened a groundbreaking adult day program designed for Elders and their Care Partners. MINT’s Montessori Community for Elders is rooted in the Montessori philosophy, promoting independence, dignity, and joy in daily life. The day program meets once…
by Grace Hicks, MT-BC, Certified Montessori Elder Care PractitionerMusic Therapist and Program Coordinator at Adelaide of Newton-Centre, a Benchmark Community In my time participating in this Montessori class, my community has literally changed around me. Down went tall, unreachable bookshelves full of tan books about men I’ve never heard of, and up went colorful, large print books, brooms…
In this series, we’ll provide simple checklists with practical ideas for making your home more supportive for older adults and people living with dementia. Floor Surfaces: Safety and hazard reduction Flooring selection and design
from Brush Development’s 10-Day Toolkit for Care Partners (Module #5) As a gift to all the hard-working care partners, we are making From Surviving to Thriving: 10-Day Toolkit for Care Partners available at no cost. We will release one module each month. Each module consists of a 10-minute video and printables. Whether you are a…
George Barnes MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S I recently watched a fascinating course by Jennifer Brush, MA, CCC/SLP, titled “Shifting Our Perspective: Dementia and Dysphagia.” I’ve been following her work for a while now, and she has blazed a trail in this area. Her insights on patient-centered care for people with dementia have transformed my approach to…
By Mateja Havliček Konjar My journey with Montessori principles began almost two years ago when I attended Jennifer Brush’s Montessori for Aging and Dementia introductory workshop in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Inspired by her teachings, I felt the urge to bring these principles into our community, aiming to enhance the lives of older adults. Initially, I was…
Brush Development Company and Sarasota University are pleased to offer our Montessori Elder Care Practitioner Certification students a Dual Enrollment option. The Dual Enrollment option is available to students interested in receiving a Montessori Elder Care Practitioner Certification from Brush Development, as well as college credits from Sarasota University. Upon successful completion of the required…
By Nancy Cruz and Francia Muñiz They say the most beautiful stories begin with a purpose. “Abue,” who is now 104 years old, is Francia’s grandmother, and “Rito,” who passed away six years ago, was Nancy’s grandfather. Inspired by the wisdom and love of their grandparents, Francia and Nancy became the co-founders of Villa Montessori,…
By Nancy Cruz and Francia Muñiz Dicen que las causas más fieles comienzan con una historia. “Abue” quién hoy tiene 104 años es abuelita de Francia, y “Rito” quién murió hace 6 años fue abuelito de Nancy. Ambas inspiradas en sus historias familiares son socias fundadoras de Villa Montessori, Residencia del Adulto Mayor en Guadalajara,…
by Pamela Leudke, Certified Montessori Guide & Certified Montessori Elder Care Practitioner (Ontario, Canada) Bread and the breaking of it, in community with others, is a universal food and ritual that crosses the centuries, cultures and all ages. And such was the story of a simple bread maker and the elder for my Case Study…
