Musings
What is Mindful Art?
Interested in learning how to engage your person with dementia using the arts? Click that button and schedule a time to chat.If you are anything like me, the idea of sitting still and just being with your thoughts sounds awful. But, that does not mean you cannot...
Mindfulness for Dementia Caregivers: Nurturing Your Well-being Dispite the Challenges
Hey there! Looking after someone with dementia? It's tough, right? It can be rewarding but let's be real, it's super challenging too. The emotional roller coaster, always being on alert, and the unpredictable nature of it all can leave you feeling swamped, stressed...
Choosing Calm: A guide for dementia caregivers overwhelmed by responsibility
As a caregiver for someone with dementia, overwhelm might feel like an inevitable part of your daily life. The constant demands, the emotional rollercoaster, and the sheer volume of tasks can leave you feeling like you're drowning in responsibilities. But what if...
Dementia and Resistance to Bathing
Bathing can be a challenging task for caregivers of individuals with dementia. The experience can be filled with anxiety, resistance, and even aggression from the person receiving care. But why? Hasn't this person bathed in one way or another their entire life? Why...
4 Creative Art Activities to Engage Individuals With Dementia
Caring for someone with dementia is a journey filled with both challenges and moments of deep connection. As communication shifts and words may not come as easily, caregivers often look for new ways to engage and maintain meaningful relationships with their loved...
Do I need an art therapist?
Navigating the Canvas: Understanding the Differences Between Art Therapy, Art Class, and Creative Coaching Creativity is being increasingly recognized as a powerful tool for personal growth and expression and there are a few avenues one can choose from to help you...