For facilities
A reliable program your residents can count on
Built for activity directors and administrators of assisted living and nursing homes who want structured, evidence-based engagement without adding to staff workload.
How this works with your facility
Structured, consistent, and run by us
Our facilitators work directly with residents using a consistent, structured format grounded in cognitive stimulation research, often alongside care staff for residents with limited verbal communication or language barriers. This gives facilities a reliable program their residents can engage with regularly.
What we bring
- Trained facilitators certified in caregiving and dementia care
- A rotating curriculum of themed workshops, with new themes in development
- Materials for each session
- A consistent schedule your residents and staff can plan around
What we ask of you
- A point of contact on your activities or care team
- A quiet room with a table and seating for a small group
- Guidance on residents who would benefit and any adaptations they need
Printable brochure
Share Thoughts in Mind with your team
A two-page PDF with our mission, the research behind the program, the six workshops, and how to get started. Forward it to your administrator or print it for your activity board.
Download the brochure (PDF)Common questions
Frequently asked
If your question is not here, email us and we will answer directly.
Is this therapy or medical treatment?
No. Our workshops are evidence-based cognitive stimulation designed for prevention and enrichment. They complement, and never replace, the medical and clinical care your residents already receive.
Which residents can take part?
Workshops are designed for older adults, including those living with mild to moderate memory loss. Residents do not need a diagnosis to participate. We adapt activities so participation does not depend on speech alone, and we often work alongside care staff for residents with limited verbal communication or language barriers.
How often do sessions run?
Research shows a consistent schedule produces stronger outcomes than occasional sessions, so we build a regular cadence with each facility rather than one-off visits. We will agree on a rhythm that fits your calendar.
How large are the groups?
Small enough that every resident is greeted by name and has a turn to speak. We will recommend a group size based on your residents' needs and the room available.
Who leads the sessions?
Our own trained facilitators lead every session. Each has completed Introduction to Caregiving and Dementia Care and Management training, and our lead facilitator is a Certified Nursing Assistant.
What does it cost?
Email us with a little about your community and we will get back to you with details and a full breakdown of the workshops.
For families
Looking for a program for a loved one?
If your parent or relative lives in an assisted living or nursing community, we would be glad to speak with their activity director. Send us the community's name and we will reach out.
Contact usWhere we work
Tri-Valley and the East Bay
We are based in Dublin, California, and serve assisted living and nursing communities across the Tri-Valley and surrounding East Bay. Not sure if we reach you? Ask.
Check your areaBring Thoughts in Mind to your community.
Email or call us and we will send a full breakdown of each workshop, how sessions run, and how we can build a schedule around your residents.