A Simple Shift in Speech: Communication and Dementia
Communication is simply the act of sharing information with one another. It might be an expression of a need or a more complex conversation...
The Power of Music for Persons Living with Dementia
Rhythm is the basic and fundamental component in all music. Rhythm is not just found in songs, but from the beginning of life. Our first...
Benefits of Yoga for Everyone!
As we age, the idea of embarking on a new physical fitness journey can be a little intimidating. It is a good idea to avoid high impact...
Entering Lent for Caregivers
Lent is a time of preparation and reflection leading up to Easter. People frequently decide to make sacrifices or add additional service...
Affirmations for Families
Feeling appreciated when supporting someone living with memory loss can sometimes be a challenge, and often the person living with memory...
Ecopsychosocial Interventions for Cognitive Decline
Typically the first treatment of choice for physicians when addressing cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s disease, and other dementia is a...
Benefits of Gardening: It’s More Than Planting a Seed
You may recall the popular book by Robert Fulghum, “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten; Wonder. Remember the little...
Hoarding, Hiding, or Helping? When Objects Go Missing
Living with some type of dementia not only affects the person’s memory but also interferes with the person’s ability to process...
Being Patient When Caring for Someone with Memory Loss
Patience is key in accepting your family member’s memory loss and supporting the behavior challenges that come with cognitive decline....