Avila Institute Staff
October 3, 2023

Body Language- The Universal Form of CommunicationBody language is a universal form of communication, and while it varies somewhat across cultures, many aspects of non-verbal communication are innate and understood by people worldwide. Understanding and effectively using body language can enhance interpersonal relationships, improve communication, and aid in interpreting the thoughts and emotions of others. This

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Using Body Language to Communicate with Loved Ones with Dementia
Avila Institute Staff
September 20, 2023

Nearly 100 years ago, a religious woman of great courage and vision believed that elders entrusted in her care should live in a homelike environment. She believed that they should be treated as unique, individual human beings; she acted on her beliefs and founded a Congregation that would teach others by its example. In 1987, the

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35 Years of Long-Term Care Conferences
Avila Institute Staff
August 29, 2023

Education and Dementia Care Training programs for long-term care staff and caregivers are vital to ensure progress and quality in care for those residents with Dementia and other memory impairments. Dementia isn’t just a challenge for individuals; it’s a call to transform the way we care. Education holds the key to unlocking empathy, patience, and effective

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Education is the Cornerstone of Progress in Dementia Care
Shane Cooney
August 28, 2023

Communities of religious women in many countries around the world are facing the challenge of how Sisters can provide the appropriate care and support for their aging members. Unfortunately, many Religious Congregations have neither the funds nor the support systems in place.  In 2022, the Avila Institute of Gerontology and the Carmelite Sisters for the Aged

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Teaching Religious Sisters Around the World How to Age Well Together