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As 2024 draws to a close, let's take some time to look back on all of the events of the past year! #thebcat #brainhealth

It's time for the last Family Matters Interview of the year! This month's topic is "Understanding the slippery slope of addictive medication and risk factors associated with substance abuse in the older adult population is key to supporting those facing issues of misuse and or addiction." Older adults can be especially vulnerable to substance abuse issues, as many have health conditions that increase exposure to potentially addictive prescription medications. Learn more about the warning signs of substance abuse and practical tips to find solutions with guest expert Dr. Jeff Gary. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/eeWxmvAv #thebcat #familymatters

The BCAT® Brain Fitness Book - Volume 1 is here! This digital resource is packed with engaging cognitive exercises to help boost brain health. The resource contains exercises targeting memory, organization, mental math, and attention and is perfect for independent use or small group sessions. With three difficulty levels in each exercise, you can customize each activity based on the cognitive level of the clients you serve. Boost your residents' brain fitness today! View here: https://lnkd.in/evbMPqdT Abby Williams

The BCAT® Approach is unique in that it is available digitally. Which of the following do you find the most beneficial with the digital offering? Vote below! The tests in the test system The BCAT® test reports Digital Working Memory Exercise Platform Prescriptive Treatment Protocols  Comment below with any additional feedback.

Give the gift of brain health this season! Explore the ENRICH® Bookstore at enrichvisits.com/bookstore for a wide range of educational books, workbooks, and resources designed to support cognitive well-being in the new year. Whether for yourself or a loved one, these tools make a meaningful, thoughtful gift to kickstart 2025 with brain-boosting activities! Visit enrichvisits.com/bookstore.

You may be familiar with the BCAT® Research Center and the BCAT® Approach for its evidence based clinical outcomes, but did you know the BCAT® offers partnership opportunities for senior living communities? With two tiers to choose from, organizations can select the programming that is right for them to meet the needs of their residents, families and staff. Each tier offers unique tools and resources that promote cognitive wellness and functional performance, maximize independence, and improve the overall brain health of residents throughout their lifespan. If you are looking for innovative and proven tools for your community that will support the health and well-being of the residents, families and staff, visit our Senior Living page at https://lnkd.in/e2U3cbjG to learn more.

The first week of December is Older Driver Safety Awareness Week . This week is the time to raise awareness and to assist older drivers and their families in accessing the resources they need to drive safely. The BCAT® Test System is a powerful tool when assessing the cognitive abilitites of older drivers. It assesses underlying cognitive skills such as attention, memory, executive function, and practical judgment, providing critical information to inform practitioners in determining safe driving abilities or planning for driving retirement. BCAT® Test results provide objective data to guide decisions on driving safety, helping clinicans support clients with personalized next steps. If you're a licensed BCAT® clinician, access the BCAT® Driving Self-Assessment, a tool to help spot potential "red flags" in driving safety. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eX3G248p

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The 15 For Me® Program is now available for individuals! This program provides hours of cognitive, cardio, and centered breathing exercises that are designed to decrease stress and improve overall well-being. 15 For Me® takes less than 15 minutes a day and offers a comprehensive and proactive approach to maintaining brain health. Learn more about this program at https://lnkd.in/gByhv88E #15forme #brainhealth #stressreduction #wellnessprogram

The holidays are right around the corner, and it's the perfect time to refresh your professional toolkit! From Friday, November 29 - Monday, December 2nd, take advantage of our 10% off discount, on both of the BCAT® Working Memory Exercise Books on Amazon!