Slow Down and Match Your Pace with Your Loved One

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Dementia, Memory Care

As the first month of the year unfolds, it’s easy to get caught up in resolutions and the drive to achieve more. But when caring for someone with dementia, January is a gentle reminder to shift gears and embrace the beauty of slowing down. Matching your pace with your loved one’s isn’t just about movement; it’s about creating a shared rhythm. By adjusting to their speed, you’re offering more than patience—you’re showing them that their time and presence matter. Whether it’s taking a leisurely walk or allowing an extra moment for them to express a thought, slowing down opens the door to deeper understanding and connection. Let this month be your cue to move in harmony with their needs.

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Redefining Memory Care and Leading the Nation Toward Change

Certus is changing the way memory care is done, leading the way in Florida and across the nation. Our affiliate, the Certus Institute (CI), offers nationally approved training to associates, family members, and community partners. As a standard, we require all of our staff to complete dementia certification and training to validate their skills and understanding of dementia.

In concert with the Certus Institute, our communities partner with like-minded organizations to enhance our services and ensure that we’re in touch with the most up to date research and findings. Some of our organization partners include the National Institute for Dementia Education (NIDE), Lynchburg College’s Beard Center on Aging, Alzheimer’s & Dementia Resource Center, and The Byrd Alzheimer’s institute.