Resources
Helpful Links
Here is a not-at-all extensive list of resources I have found helpful and I love to share resources. If you have one that you love, I would love to hear about it!
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Helpful Reads
Creative Engagement: A Handbook of Activities for People with Dementia
Four Umbrellas
On Pluto: Inside the Mind of Alzheimer’s
Creative Care: A Revolutionary Approarch to Dementia and Elder Care
The Caregiver’s Guide to Dementia
The Problem of Alzheimer’s
The Validation Breakthrough
The 36-Hour Day
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
The Caregiver Art Activities for Dementia As a caregiver for someone with dementia, finding meaningful and engaging activities can be both challenging and rewarding. One avenue that often proves to be therapeutic and enjoyable for both caregivers and their loved ones...
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...