An end of life planning notebook is one of those things that everybody should do but not many people actually DO IT! Several years ago I created a When I Die Notebook for my mom. It came about because of a thought I had one day. Back when I was a caregiver for my mom, […]
Finding Solace in Creative Hobbies: Why Hobbies Are Good for Dementia Caregiver Stress
Being a dementia caregiver is a stressful task. Having a creative hobby can provide some solace in that task. Solace is something that gives comfort, consolation, or relief. Tap into your subconscious and learn about why a hobby is good for relieving dementia caregiver stress. The subconscious is extremely complex and often not very direct. […]
Dementia Brain Games – 7 Hangman variations for your loved one to try
Keep your loved one playing some dementia brain games. Hangman is one of those games. Early Learning Activities Quite a few years ago, when I taught a K-2 class, our classroom had what was then thought of as new technology – a Smartboard. I found early learning websites and used the Smartboard to have my […]