Mild Cognitive Impairment and Dementia
As we age, our thought processes can slow down, and we may become a bit forgetful, misplacing our keys occasionally or forgetting why we...
Gathering for a Thankful Thanksgiving
Let the holidays begin! Thanksgiving is a time for families and friends to gather, share a meal, reminisce, and create new memories....
Being a Neighbor and a Blessing
During this unique season of the COVID-19 pandemic, people everywhere are in need of a helping hand or a word of encouragement. Caregivers...
The Weather and Dementia
Weather affects most of us in one way or another. Perhaps we feel energetic when it’s sunny and sluggish on overcast days. And no one...
When the Clock Falls Back: The Effects on Persons Living with Memory Loss
For most of us in the United States, we will be “falling back” this Sunday, November 6th, as daylight savings time comes to an end....
The Rhythm of Drumming for Persons Living with Dementia
Rhythm is a powerful tool to globally stimulate the brain. Vision and speech are in two different areas of the brain, but feeling rhythm...
Being Proactive in Helping Aging Parent
Often times an aging parent is unlikely to let his/her children know if they are in need of help at home. As well, parents may become...
Benefits of Journaling for Self-care
Let’s face it; supporting someone living with memory challenges is stressful for families and can lead to a multitude of health concerns...
Improving Quality of Life for Individuals Living with Dementia and Their Families
An important goal when supporting individuals living with a neuro-cognitive disorder such as Alzheimer’s disease or other types of...