CANTON—Two staff members at Canton Regency Senior Living have earned a unique certification that is designed to provide emotional comfort and reduce anxiety for residents living with dementia. Andi Blood, director of resident life, and Kelly Willam-Fornash, life enrichment coordinator, recently completed the Doll Therapy certification course developed by The Grand Baby Project, a national nonprofit. Blood and Willam-Fornash are two of only 100 caregivers nationwide who have earned the certification to date.
In addition to providing memory care, Canton Regency also provides independent living and assisted living housing and services for residents in Stark County.
“We are excited to implement this therapy into our memory care programming,” said Executive Director Lisa Massey. “We are always looking for new and innovative ways to support our residents that are wholistic and non-pharmacological, and I appreciate the initiative of these staff members in earning this certification.”
Doll therapy involves giving a person a soft, lifelike doll to hold and care for, which can provide emotional comfort, reduce anxiety, and promote a sense of purpose.
About Canton Regency
Canton Regency provides a variety of living options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, tailored to meet residents’ unique needs. The community offers a range of amenities and services, such as housekeeping and laundry, scheduled transportation, fitness and wellness programs, an onsite beauty salon and barbershop, and access to comprehensive healthcare services. Conveniently located near local attractions, shopping centers, and medical facilities, Canton Regency ensures residents enjoy both comfort and convenience.
