A New Reality of Golf
Friends often fade away when a friend is diagnosed with a type of a neurocognitve disorder such Alzheimer’s diseases or another type of...
Common Myths about Aging
Aging is a journey. We all want to maintain a positive attitude and feel good about ourselves by keeping fit and healthy. But often the...
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...
Observation Skills are Key when Communicating with Someone Living with Dementia
Active listening skills are important when communicating with anyone, especially with someone living with dementia. Developing observation...
Internalized Ageism
As we age and live with the changes in our functioning abilities, we may experience a fear of loss of our independence. The anxiety and...
The Season of Lent
Lent is a time of preparation and reflection leading up to Easter. People frequently decide to make sacrifices or add additional service...
Benefits of Rocking Chair Therapy and Dementia
My love of rocking began on the back porch of my grandmother’s Tennessee home. We didn’t have a rocking chair at my house, but the...
Mindful Walking and Self-Care
It feels like spring! The birds are singing, flowers are blooming, and the weather is perfect to be outdoors and begin an exercise routine....
Benefits of Journaling When Supporting Someone Living with Dementia
Let’s face it; stress is a real thing when supporting someone with dementia. It can lead to a multitude of health concerns when left...