This seminar will discuss how an award-winning, internationally recognized older-adult program for Whole Brain Fitness and Memory Enrichment was created by translating ground-breaking research into programs and activities, and how it was continually modified and improved through the use of an evidence-based, program evaluation protocol. 

Learning Objectives:

• Genesis of memory care product: built program for MCI (Mild Cognitive Impairment) with Vanderbilt University research 
• Importance of data and research in building measurable, impactful, and sustainable programs 
• Continuous process to evaluate and improve programming, both through resident assessment and customer satisfaction feedback