Creating Meaningful Conversations with Someone with Dementia
Communication is simply the act of sharing information with one another. It might be an expression of a need, or a more complex...
Dementia Support: Are You Missing the Boat?
Have you ever failed to take advantage of an opportunity by acting too slowly and “missed the boat?” Perhaps, the inaction occurred...
Myths about Aging
We all want to maintain a positive attitude and feel good by keeping fit and healthy throughout life’s journey as we age. But often the...
What’s on Your Agenda?
I love to tell the story about my visit with my friend and her family to the wild-life park near my home. The story begins with the...
Adapting to Cognitive Changes
Supporting the person throughout the changes that come with cognitive decline can be overwhelming at times but learning strategies for...
Dementia Isn’t Just About Memory
Did you know memory loss is not always the first symptom when someone is beginning to experience cognitive decline, often referred to as...
Dementia and Dignity
Using respectful language when speaking to someone living with dementia not only honors their dignity, but also promotes an awareness...
H.A.L.T. Your “What If’s” Thinking and Boost Your Mental Health
What triggers our thoughts? An event? A sensory experience such as music or aroma’s? Or perhaps an unresolved past experience such as...
How Dehydration Affects the Brain
Most health-conscious individuals are aware that staying well hydrated is important for the body’s health. But did you know that...