Lewes senior living community recognized for dementia care training

The Alzheimer’s Association has recognized the Lodge at Historic Lewes for its dementia training program. According the association, the lodge is successfully completing curriculum review and incorporating its evidenced-based dementia care practice recommendations in the following topic areas: Alzheimer’s and dementia, person-centered care, assessment and care planning, activities of daily living, and behaviors and communication.

“This recognition is a meaningful moment for our entire team,” said Kate Sammler, chief operating officer. “We are excited and proud of the dedication our staff shows in continually advancing their understanding of dementia care. Aligning our training with evidence-based best practices reinforces our promise to deliver care that honors dignity, connection and quality of life for every individual we serve.”

“The Alzheimer’s Association is pleased that the Lodge at Historic Lewes is aligning its training program with our dementia care practice recommendations,” said Maggie Cattell, Alzheimer’s Association associate director of care professional programs. “By taking this step, Lewes has demonstrated their commitment to providing evidence-based training with a person-centered focus at its core."

High-quality dementia care training can lead to improvement in communication between caregivers and people living with dementia, a reduction in dementia-related behaviors, and an increase in job satisfaction and staff retention. 

Recognition from the Alzheimer’s Association is not an endorsement of the organization or the care provided.