Aim This review aimed to evaluate the effects of multisensory environments/stimulation
(MSE/MSS) therapy, on the behavior and psychological symptoms in adults with cognitive …

Background Sensory‐based program for people with advanced dementia aim to address
unmet needs and to improve behaviours, mood or cognition. Pleasurable, involuntary sense …

COVID-19 has had a profound impact on long-term care (LTC) homes in Canada. But the
measures put in place to control infection within LTC homes have also had devastating …

COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a significant increase in deaths in long-term care
homes (LTCH). People with dementia living in LTCHs represent one of the most frail and …

Objective (s): To examine the perspectives of staff, and family caregivers (ie, family, friends,
and volunteers) on the impact of the Namaste Care Family program on all involved. The …

Abstract Background Namaste Care offers practical skills for healthcare providers,
volunteers, and families to meaningfully engage individuals with dementia in activities (eg …

Background: Meaningful engagement has been described as active participation based on
a person's interests, preferences, personhood, or perceived value. It has many benefits for …

Objetivo: Detallar los elementos básicos de los estudios piloto, sus propósitos y los
componentes que evalúan. Desarrollo: Las intervenciones en salud se desarrollan en …

Healthcare volunteers make important contributions within healthcare settings, including
long-term care. Although some studies conducted in long-term care have shown that …

Objective To evaluate the feasibility and effects of the Namaste Care intervention for persons
with advanced dementia (ie, moderate and late-stage) in long-term care (LTC) and their …