The Validation Training Institute is a not for profit organization that advances knowledge, values, education and research rooted in the Validation Method. Its ultimate objective is to nurture respect, dignity and well-being in the lives of older adults experiencing age related cognitive decline and their caregivers.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM9PIB1v5YWqlwkraX7rh1Q
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CrZXz10FcVM&t=7s
Allen Power, MD is a board-certified internist and geriatrician. He is a clinical associate professor of medicine at the University of Rochester, New York, a Fellow of the American College of Physicians / American Society for Internal Medicine, and an international educator on transformational models of care for older adults, particularly those living with changing cognitive abilities.
http://www.alpower.net/alpower_Dementia_Beyond_Drugs.htm
The Alzheimer’s Association– Browse helpful information and resources for those living with or caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or other dementias.
The Best Friends Approach starts with seven basic ‘building blocks’ that can help you learn to “see” persons with dementia differently.
https://bestfriendsapproach.com/products/handouts/
Being in the Moment provides education, support and inspiration to thrive in dementia and in life.
http://www.beinginthemoment.org/
Brush Development- Jennifer Brush is redesigning dementia care with her “From Can’t to Can Do” philosophy. Passionate about enriching the lives of people with dementia, Jennifer is on a mission to put the focus of care on the person’s preferences, interests and abilities.
https://brushdevelopment.com/books/#icare
Dementia Action Alliance (DAA)- Welcome to the Dementia Action Alliance’s Resources Center. The DAA’s Resources Center identifies content that is especially helpful for people living with dementia and for those who care about them.
https://daanow.org/resource-center/
Health Care Interactive- HealthCare Interactive is an organization committed to improving dementia care for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other progressive dementias.
https://www.hcinteractive.com/tips-for-dealing-with-a-diagnosis-of-dementia
