The Legacy Senior Communities
We’re leading the Industry
The Legacy Senior Communities has partnered with Dr. Tam Cummings, PhD, renowned gerontologist and author of “Untangling Dementia,” to develop our new Dementia Aware program." The program aims to educate individuals on brain disease and debunking the preconceived notions surrounding it. Dementia Aware also explores how the disease physically changes the brain, how to identify the different forms of dementia and its stages, and how to identify behavioral patterns.
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We’ve charted the course
In partnership with Tam Cummings, PhD, we have developed and implemented the Dementia Aware Certified Caregiver program for all team members at both campuses, and The Legacy at Home. This program provides in-depth education on how the physical effects of the disease impacts the brain, as well as hands-on training for how to best support someone dealing with memory loss. At the end of the 12-week training program, team members will be certified to provide next-level care for our memory support residents.
“If we know how to recognize changes in behavior, then we can understand what the resident is experiencing, and thus, provide better care.” – Tam Cummings, PhD
Video
Become Dementia Aware
Are you looking to expand your knowledge surrounding dementia? Check out this video, where nationally renowned gerontologist and author, Dr. Tam Cummings, discusses the nine most commonly diagnosed forms of dementia.