by John Wotring | Nov 7, 2021 | Caregiver Support
“Gratitude is good medicine, “ says Robert Emmons, Ph.D., author of The Little Book of Gratitude. “Clinical trials indicate that the practice of gratitude can have dramatic and lasting positive effects in a person’s life. It can lower blood pressure and improve immune...
by John Wotring | Sep 8, 2021 | Caregiver Support, Caregiver tips
Have you ever noticed that the abilities of a person living with dementia can change greatly over short periods of time? It can be extremely challenging to know what exactly to expect on a day-to-day basis. First, slowing down your initial approach can be very...
by John Wotring | Jul 7, 2021 | Caregiver Support, Caregiver tips
The emotional and physical demands involved with caregiving can strain even the most resilient person. That’s why it’s so important to take advantage of the many resources and tools available to help you provide care for your loved one. Remember, if you don’t take...
by John Wotring | Apr 29, 2021 | Caregiver Support, Caregiver tips, Memory care
Validation is a good feeling. Most of us try to surround ourselves with people who, through their words and actions, make us feel understood and supported. The need to feel validated doesn’t disappear when someone develops Alzheimer’s disease or other types of...
by John Wotring | Jan 27, 2021 | Caregiver Support, Caregiver tips, Memory care
This article was originally posted on TeepaSnow.com, written by Valerie Feurich. Read the original article here > As you go through life, you may tend to take for granted the amazing feats and abilities of your brain. Remembering where you parked the car,...
