The Steven L Posar MD Eldercare Foundation

Frailty, all too common among nursing home residents, compromises the capacity of adults to respond to stressors. It exposes many to unacceptable risks related to polypharmacy, antipsychotics, anticonvulsants, anxiolytics, and more (see https://lnkd.in/g3p86xq3). We serve as advocates, because we believe in better clinical outcomes. Together, we can uplift quality of life for our nation’s most vulnerable elders. #LongtermCare #ElderCare #NonprofitOrganization #Nonprofit

For frail, older adults, medications can be dangerous, and clinical decisions are challenging. We are on top of clinical research, developing best practices and systems of care that elevate quality of life for vulnerable adults who are living with dementia. Learn about what we do > https://lnkd.in/gZ_bF2qZ #LongtermCare #ElderCare #NonprofitOrganization #Nonprofit

People living with dementia need and deserve an advocate. The Paula Posar Advocacy Division is dedicated to positive engagement with the growing community of stakeholders in the world of geriatric frailty and dementias. Learn more about our work > slpmdfoundation.org #LongtermCare #ElderCare #NonprofitOrganization #Nonprofit

Research supported by the Foundation demonstrates that we can reduce usage of antipsychotics and other dangerous drugs in LTC. Nursing staff and all clinicians have to join hands and take a deep breath to achieve this paradigm shift, says Steven Posar, MD, President and Founder. See his comments shared in a JAMDA On-The-Go podcast > https://lnkd.in/gqgsr3y7 #LongtermCare #ElderCare #NonprofitOrganization #Nonprofit #JAMDA

One patient, one conversation, one data point at a time: We’re charting the future of dementia care. Discover how we’re building new models that reduce suffering and restore dignity for people living with dementia. Learn more > slpmdfoundation.org #LongtermCare #ElderCare #NonprofitOrganization #Nonprofit

Unintended consequences? CMS policy changes intended to reduce antipsychotic usage appear to have triggered an uptick in anticonvulsant prescriptions in nursing homes, according to a report from the Office of Inspector General. We’re promoting better answers to the suffering of people living with dementia in nursing homes today. Learn about the research, education, and advocacy mission of the Steven L. Posar M.D., Eldercare Foundation > slpmdfoundation.org See the report > https://lnkd.in/dN5jUX5Q #LongtermCare #ElderCare #NonprofitOrganization #Nonprofit

Dementia Dialogue: What’s next in clinical research? – An exploration of complex neurological conditions will shed light on bedside care for individuals living with dementia. Learn more about our research mission > slpmdfoundation.org #LongtermCare #ElderCare #NonprofitOrganization #Nonprofit

We revel in the energy a new year brings! Our continuing goals for 2024: 1. Transform the advancing science of dementia care into a body of evidence-based clinical practices 2. Advance the knowledge and skills of the dementia clinical and professional communities 3. Promote positive engagement with the growing community of stakeholders in the world of geriatric frailty and dementias #LongtermCare #ElderCare #NonprofitOrganization #Nonprofit

December 10 marks the international Human Rights Day celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which enshrines “the inalienable rights that everyone is entitled to as a human being.” As we reflect on the call to stand up for dignity and rights for all people, we are drawn to the highly vulnerable population we serve—frail elders and people living with dementia, many of whom simply don’t have a voice. Let’s champion their needs together! https://lnkd.in/dxT7MJP #LongtermCare #ElderCare #NonprofitOrganization #Nonprofit