Gardening: It’s more than planting a seed: The therapeutic benefits
You may recall the popular book by Robert Fulghum All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten. “Be aware of wonder. Remember...
Stepping into Your Loved-Ones Reality: Is it lying or compassion?
Who doesn’t enjoy being surrounded by people who make you feel understood and supported? The need to be validated is important to...
Living in the Present and Savoring Each Moment
Live in the moment, just take it all in. Pay attention to everything, right there and right then. Don’t let your mind wander to...
Hoarding, Hiding, or Helping? When objects go missing
Dementia or Alzheimer’s disease not only affects memory, but because of the changes in the brain, someone living with memory loss also...
The Relationship between Hearing Loss and Dementia
Studies show that people who have difficulty with hearing are at a higher risk of developing dementia. After following over 600 adults who...
Promoting Independence at Mealtimes for People Living with Dementia
Sometimes people lose interest in food. Certain medications can also affect appetite. To encourage healthy eating and maintaining...
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...
Using Photos to Stimulate Memories for Someone Living With Dementia
Photographs can be a powerful tool to engage someone living with dementia. Looking at photos together can create connections, strengthen...
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...