Keeping the Darkness at Bay
When we are dealing with an aging parent, guilt, frustration, and anger can overwhelm us. These feelings can be worse if we layer on top of them the pain and suffering we see in the world around us. We see terrible world events with intense suffering and a callous...
Keeping Mom Company
A dementia diagnosis is devastating. It rocks your world. If your Mom (or Dad) has been diagnosed with dementia, the questions can be overwhelming. What do you do? How do you react? How do you support your other parent through this journey? It’s hard for family...
Helping Someone with Depression
We may believe that getting older means getting depressed. We may think it is a normal part of aging and accept it. But it is simply not the case. Most of us are living longer and more independently than previous generations. So if you are feeling depressed -...
Fit Minds Cognitive Care Blueprint™
How do you make sure you are living a lifestyle that is supporting brain health? And what if you are caring for someone who is struggling with cognitive issues? The Fit Minds Cognitive Care Blueprint™ is the guide we have created to assist you in this effort. We can...
Cognitive Care Blueprint™ – Family Resources
The Fit Minds Cognitive Care Blueprint™ is our framework document to help you create a positive framework. Part of that process is taking stock of your family resources. This is a key area you need to consider when dealing with dementia. As parents grow older,...
Cognitive Care Blueprint™ – Creating Structure
The Cognitive Care Blueprint™ focuses on creating structure to support the brain health of your loved one. Helping them to maintain engagement with you, as well as keeping their ability to communicate for as long as possible, supports your relationship. As I've said...