Blog Addresses Myths About Alzheimer’s Disease
Psychotherapist Marguerite Manteau-Rao addresses eight myths about Alzheimer’s disease in a recent blog post on The Huffington Post website. Read: "Blog Addresses Myths About Alzheimer’s Disease."
Emergency Rooms Designed for Seniors
Some hospitals are now opening special emergency rooms specifically for seniors. These ERs are designed to be calmer and provide treatment for ailments more specific to the elderly. There is at least an estimated half-dozen such facilities in the country, with more scheduled to open. Read: "Emergency Rooms Designed for Seniors."
2011 Education Legislative Activity Report
CPI is constantly monitoring national education-related legislative activity in regards to restraint and seclusion. The first few months of 2011 have yielded the passing and proposal of legislation in several states. Read: "2011 Education Legislative Activity Report."
CPI at the NAPHS Annual Meeting in Washington, DC
Read Tony Jace’s latest entry in the CPI Executive Blog, "CPI at the NAPHS Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C.," about his recent trip to the National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems Annual Meeting. Tony attended along with Kendra Stea, CPI’s director of client services.
Multilingual People May Delay Alzheimer’s Disease
A study reveals that people who can speak a second language may delay Alzheimer’s disease for as many as five years longer than those who speak only one language. Scientists believe the knowledge of two languages keeps the brain in a state of constant activity, as it learns when to use one language and inhibit the other. Read: "Multilingual People May Delay Alzheimer’s Disease."
Virginia Works to Address Needs of Disabled Residents
A new initiative by the Virginia Association of Community Services Boards (VACSB) has led to the introduction of possible legislation to aid disabled residents in the state, according to an article in The Daily Progress. Read: "Virginia Works to Address Needs of Disabled Residents."
New York School Provides Education to Severely Disabled Students
Henry Viscardi School, a private school in Nassau County in New York, provides education to 185 severely disabled students in grades ranging from prekindergarten through 12th grade. The school, the subject of a recent New York Times article, uses technology and has medical care on site to assist students in classrooms. Read: "New York School Provides Education to Severely Disabled Students."
Teamwork and Partnering With Parents and Families
Read the latest entry in the PBIS Post: A Positive Behavioral Support Blog, "Teamwork and Partnering With Parents and Families," about the importance of collaboration among parents, family, and staff as part of the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) process.
Free Resource: The Art of Setting Limits Info Capsule
Setting limits is one of the most powerful tools that professionals have to promote positive behavior change for their clients, students, residents, and patients. Knowing there are limits on their behavior helps the individuals in your charge to feel safe. It also helps them to learn to make appropriate choices. Learn more in this free Art of Setting Limits Info Capsule.
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