MONTESSORI-BASED APPROACH FOR ALZHEIMER’S AND DEMENTIA: HANDBOOK FOR IMPLEMENTATION IN AN ADULT DAY CARE PROGRAM
2024

Montessori-Based Approach for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Handbook

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Author Information

Author(s): Rodrigues Annette

Primary Institution: California State University, Long Beach

Hypothesis

A Montessori approach can effectively improve dementia care in adult day care programs.

Conclusion

The handbook aims to enhance the quality of dementia care in adult day care settings by providing evidence-based strategies.

Supporting Evidence

  • Adult day care programs provide community-based care and respite for caregivers.
  • A Montessori approach can enhance the quality of dementia care.

Takeaway

This study created a guide to help adult day care programs use Montessori methods to better care for people with dementia.

Methodology

The handbook was developed based on research, observations, and expert feedback.

Limitations

The focus is primarily on adult day care settings, which may limit applicability to other care environments.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.3867

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