The Cambridge Homes recently held a flag-raising ceremony to celebrate receiving the Purple Flag for Dementia Care™ accreditation. Purple Flag for Dementia Care™ is a collaboration between the Institute for Senior Living Education (ISLE) and the Connecticut Assisted Living Association (CALA) but has since expanded outside of CT. Historically only presented to providers with a…
CAMBRIDGE, MA— Graduate students at Tufts University and Lesley University have found unique and fulfilling ways to connect with and care for the older adults in the Cambridge area. The universities’ internship programs in Occupational Therapy and Expressive Arts Therapy combine creativity, selflessness, professionalism and problem solving to encourage growth for interns and residents. For…
The Cambridge Homes , an Independent and Assisted Living Community, recently reached the Platinum accreditation level from SAGECare, highlighting the community’s commitment to inclusivity for the aging LGBTQ population. SAGECare is an organization that provides LGBTQ Cultural Competency training and consulting to service providers. Earning a credential through SAGECare demonstrates that staff have been trained…