The Misconceptions of Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)
As we age, our thought processes may become slower and be a bit more forgetful; misplacing our keys occasionally or forgetting why we...
Recalling Childhood Memories when Living with a Dementia
Reminiscing about our childhood reminds us of some of the best times in our lives. People living with memory loss due to a dementia or...
Decreasing Dementia Fatigue
While we think of dementia causing memory loss and confusion, low energy levels are also a common symptom. Increased sleepiness and...
Keep Dancing!
The benefits of music for engaging people living with dementia is widely known, but did you know that by incorporating dancing into your...
The Many Faces of the Memory Cafe
This week during our Monday Morning Memory Cafe, families were introduced to a Collaborate Expressive Art Experience! The process: Each...
Promoting the Valuable Aspect of Human Diversity!
July is Disability Pride Month and is an opportunity to celebrate people with disabilities, their identities, culture, and contributions to...
Fake Listening: The Art of Looking Engaged!
Several summers ago a friend and her family visited me in Florida and attended a presentation at the wildlife park on the lovable manatee....
Micro-breaks to Rejuvenate the Soul
“The earth has music for those that will listen.” -William Shakespeare I had been sitting at my desk all morning when both my dogs...
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
Did you know…. People living with dementia can maintain a life of quality longer with an early diagnosis and early interventions With...