Mapping the Early Warning Signals of Resident Decline

After speaking with memory care leaders, Life Enrichment Directors, families, and caregivers, I noticed a common pattern.

Falls, hospitalizations, wandering, and move-outs rarely happen suddenly.

In most cases, someone noticed a change earlier — a routine changed, participation dropped, a resident became quieter, or a family member sensed something was different.

Yet these signals are often lost, undocumented, or only understood in hindsight.

That made me ask a simple question:

What if we could identify these signals earlier?

The Resident Decline Genome Project™ is my attempt to learn from the people closest to residents and understand what our industry may be recognizing too late.

Thank you for sharing your experience and helping shape the future of Resident Engagement Intelligence™.