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Welcome to I.D.E.A.S., Inc. We are a research and consulting group that helps long term care providers-nursing homes, assisted living, retirement communities, home health agencies, the staff who work, and residents who live in these settings-create more resident-centered, resident-directed settings. Whether you're considering new construction, major renovation, or modest changes on a limited budget, call us (440-256-1880) to discuss how our services can meet your needs. All of our staff are Certified Aging in Place Specialists (CAPS) as designated by the National Association of Home Builders.
New Ideas from I.D.E.A.S., Inc:
Take a look at an exciting new project!
We are pleased to announce that I.D.E.A.S., Inc. has received funding from the National Institute of Deafness and Communication Disorders to develop and test a resource that will help you to better serve your clients with dementia. The Communication Toolkit-Environmental Interventions for Dementia will give you the tools you need to assess the long term care environment and then plan effective environmental interventions to help your clients reach their goals. The Toolkit contains assessments of personal and public spaces, a communication environment resource guide, and light and sound level meters.
Currently, the Toolkit is being used and evaluated by speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and nurses across the country. After testing and any subsequent modifications to the Toolkit are complete, this new innovative resource will be available for purchase. Please contact us to find out more about the Toolkit.
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