On “Inside Out 2”: Calling All Ages to Ride an Emotional, Animated Rollercoaster
Anxiety. Envy. Embarrassment. Ennui. Nostalgia. These are some of the emotional states explored and embodied in Inside Out 2, the memorable sequel to the 2015 Pixar film of the same name. On a recent outing to the movies with my twenty-something daughter, we both left the theater reflecting on what our emotional world, in all […]
Practice Lifestyle Balance
Practicing lifestyle balance is a way to minimize stress and improve well being. Consider the ways in which you pay attention to your health across these four domains. Continue the practices you are already using as listed under each heading and consider trying something new on the list. Add your own ideas to the list […]
U R READY: Talking With Children About Alzheimer’s Disease or a Related Dementia Diagnosis
A multitude of challenges present along the journey through the stages of Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia for the person diagnosed as well as for family members. For those navigating this journey alongside children preparation is key in anticipating and meeting their needs. While no two children are alike, similar challenges and opportunities often […]
Increasing Level of Care. Is It Time?
Guidance and Support Our ElderHealth team frequently receives inquiries and actively engages in educating, guiding, and supporting our members and their families regarding the following questions related to caring for someone diagnosed with a neurocognitive disorder. “How do I know when it is time to make a change to the amount or type of formal […]
Reader Connections: Paintings And Poetry
Paintings and Poetry is a visual and literary art collection from ElderHealth members and guest contributors. Their work will also be featured in the Winter edition of the 2023 Heart at Home newsletter. Thank you for sharing your talent and gifts with the ElderHealth community. Paintings by Sharon F. Choosing by Sharon F. Thoughts arise […]
A Guide to Anticipatory Grief
A season of anticipation is upon us. As the holidays near, a range of feelings often follows suit: from the butterflies-in-stomach excitement as a child awaits a wished-for gift to the joy-meets-chaos flurry of welcoming family, friends, and neighbors into our homes for a spectrum of celebrations. Yet there is another form of anticipation whose […]
Reader Connections: Book Lovers’ Survey Results
In this Summer’s edition of the Heart at Home newsletter we’re featuring ElderHeath member’s book recommendations and reading preferences. Thank you for your contributions! This Summer’s Heart at Home newsletter is dedicated to books, the written word, and love for reading. We were curious about our member’s reading preferences and learned more about them in […]
Thriving Through the Holidays: Tips for Caregivers
What comes to mind when you hear the question, “So, what are you doing for the holidays?” The holiday season offers an opportunity to celebrate and gather, whether cooking and sharing meals with loved ones, participating in faith-based services, volunteering for local community organizations, or exchanging gifts. Yet for those who identify as caregivers to […]
Walk to End Alzheimer’s Disease With The ElderHealth Team
Laura Alymer, a social worker at ElderHealth plants a flower to honor her mother in-law in the Alzheimer’s Walk Promise Garden. The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® provides flowers to participants committed to ending this disease. Those who walk raise funds and awareness for the fight against Alzheimer’s and all other neurocognitive disorders. The following […]
Reader Connections: Lessons Learned
Written by David Luery, ElderHealth Member In March 2020, my wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s by a neurology practice here in Tucson. Like most neurology practices, they were not equipped with the support services that can be so helpful for both patients and family caregivers. At the outset of my wife’s disease, she and I […]