I am trying to revive my beloved green velvet couch. It holds all the good stuff: the great price I paid because of the flaw on the back corner, the pop of color it brings into my room, the naps it has inspired, the conversations it’s propped up, the babies who have touched its … [Read more...] about Find Restoration In Our New Fall Issue
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Is Your Loved One’s Memory Fading?
Knowing what to do for a loved one you suspect may have dementia can be tricky, but April Stauffer, community outreach coordinator with the Alzheimer’s Association, has some suggestions for making the process easier. You can schedule an appointment with the doctor either in … [Read more...] about Is Your Loved One’s Memory Fading?
We All Have Something To Give One Another
Early in my pastoral education training I was assigned a patient in the hospital for one of the many horrendous effects of multiple sclerosis. This woman was young, maybe in her forties, and would have been in the prime of her life, but her disease had rendered her bound to a … [Read more...] about We All Have Something To Give One Another
A Great Travel Idea for Caregivers
By Mary Ellen BiancoPlanning a vacation for someone with special needs can seem daunting, but it is possible to take a trip to refresh and relax with your loved one.Vicky Spencer-Rouse, specializes in organizing travel details for those with accessibility challenges. Eight years … [Read more...] about A Great Travel Idea for Caregivers
Increase Your Levels Of Well-Being By Doing This
Routines provide us some structure and security, and we tend to like them, but they can and often do become ruts. As we approach the turn of the new year, it might be a good time to assess whether you need to add some spice to your life and ask more of 2024. Make plans: … [Read more...] about Increase Your Levels Of Well-Being By Doing This