Could it be depression? This morning, you find your mother unwilling to get out of bed, commenting she didn’t sleep well again, and refusing to eat her favorite breakfast. In fact, she seems distant and not quite herself today. You suspect she is depressed and anxious about an upcoming doctor’s appointment and the potential news it could bring. You try to comfort her to no avail. She is still showing signs of depression and anxiety and you don’t … [Read more...]
Can Hearing Loss Cause Other Problems?
Why Hearing Loss is Even More Important as We Age With all the responsibilities of taking care of an aging loved one, hearing is probably one of the last things we think about. Often we don’t realize the significance of hearing well. Even if we do recognize its importance, we often ignore it. That may be because hearing aids have a reputation for being a hassle and a waste of money. Read on, and maybe you will ask yourself if it's time to … [Read more...]
Art Therapy and Dementia: Unlocking Emotions, Memories, and Communication
“A picture paints a thousand words” may be an old cliche, however it is quite accurate when talking about art therapy and dementia. Drawing and listening to music are just two simple ways to bring art into your caregiving routine. And as a bonus, it’s much more than just a way to pass the time with an activity on any given day. Art Therapy is a fast-growing trend in caregiving. Often overlooked, arts help release emotions and thoughts through … [Read more...]
