Eskaton has become the first senior living provider in the region to offer the new [m]Power brain fitness program from Dakim Inc. The fully automated system supplies a constantly changing menu of challenging activities that are scientifically designed to maintain brain health as well as combat the onset and effects of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
Dakim’s [m]Power system combines decades of brain health research aimed at preventing or delaying memory loss with enjoyable activities that encourage the consistent use necessary for maximum effect, and Eskaton believes it will make a big difference in keeping residents happy, productive and mentally fit.
The [m]Power system is the result of six years of development in consultation with top senior care providers and brain health researchers, inspired by studies indicating that regular cognitive stimulation can help fight memory loss and related ailments. One 21-year study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, for example, linked a 63% decreased risk of dementia to frequent participation in stimulating mental activities.
Each [m]Power unit presents thousands of games, puzzles and other brain-building activities on a user-friendly 17” touch screen appliance with no mouse or keyboard, enabling use by individuals with no computer skills.
The system recognizes users automatically as soon as they touch the screen, greets them by name, and self-adjusts for ability levels ranging from active seniors to early-stage Alzheimer’s patients, enabling most seniors to use [m]Power without caregiver assistance. Eskaton will continue to roll out this program to many Eskaton communities throughout the next few years.
