Image via Wikipedia"The attitude toward chocolate and other comforts is an unusual posture for a nursing home, but Beatitudes is actually following some of the latest science. Research suggests that creating positive emotional experiences for Alzheimer’s patients diminishes distress and behavioral problems."
"The nursing home has encouraged keeping residents out of diapers if possible, taking them to the toilet to preserve feelings of independence."
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The dementia floor was named Vermillion Cliffs, after colorfully layered rock formations formed by centuries of erosion, implying that, “although weathered, although tested by dementia, people are beautiful” and “have certain strengths,” said Peggy Mullan, the president of Beatitudes.
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“The state tried to cite us for having chocolate on the nursing chart,” said Tena Alonzo, director of research. “They were like, ‘It’s not a medication.’ Yes, it is. It’s better than Xanax.”
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