Recently, I read an interesting article that talks about how gratitude literally rewires your brain. A study found that practicing gratitude resulted in waking up feeling more refreshed, feeling more connected with others, experiencing better sleep and lower levels of anxiety (realfarmacy.com). That old saying – “every cloud has a silver lining” – may in… Read More Silver Linings – Dementia
There has been a lot of research on the benefits of music and how it impacts people suffering from dementia. Dr Maggie Haertsch, CEO of the Arts Health Institute says, “the music awakens a part of the brain not impacted by dementia and evokes responses, such as singing and movement, and brief moments of reconnection… Read More Music and Dementia
In the early days, I had some lovely outings with my parents which provided some cherished memories. My Dad loves the beach and on the day pictured, he went for a little jog on the beach. He felt so free. I’m so grateful for those outings and the memories they produced. As the time progressed… Read More Outings when your loved one has Dementia
Various dilemmas arise when your loved one has dementia in terms of what you value / what you know they value and what is necessary to keep them in the most optimal safe and happy state whilst living with the disease. Some examples follow. If you have come across a dilemma in your situation, please… Read More When Dementia Causes a Values Dilemma
