by Sivan Perdue | Nov 11, 2024 | Uncategorized
Maybe Therapy Isn’t Right for You (Right Now): A Caregiver’s Perspective Hey there, my amazing caregivers! Okay, I know this might sound a little controversial, but stick with me for a moment: maybe therapy isn’t right for you. Not right now, at least. I... by Sivan Perdue | Oct 28, 2024 | Uncategorized
Self Care vs. After Care: Are We Doing It Wrong? Self-care—it’s the term that’s been buzzing around for the past few years, popping up everywhere from magazine covers to you doctor’s office to morning talk shows. Especially if you are a caregiver.... by Sivan Perdue | Sep 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
Same Art, New Presentation Setting up an art space for someone living with dementia is a bit different from setting up a regular art session. The key is to make small adjustments based on where they are in the disease process. You can use many of the same materials... by Sivan Perdue | Sep 6, 2024 | Uncategorized
Is it normal to start forgetting things as age or is it dementia? Is dementia a normal part of aging? For years, many of us thought that dementia was just a normal part of aging—that we’d all become forgetful or “senile” as we got older. But as we’re living longer and... by Sivan Perdue | Aug 28, 2024 | Uncategorized
Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses creative processes like drawing, painting, sculpting, or other art forms as a way to help people express themselves, explore their emotions, and improve their mental well-being. It’s not about creating a masterpiece or... by Sivan Perdue | Aug 19, 2024 | Uncategorized
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s easy to lose sight of how we make a difference—both in the present and for the future. By asking ourselves how we find meaning and benefit each day, we begin to recognize the value we bring, both big and small....
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