by Ava Butler | Apr 25, 2022 | Assisted living, Caregiving, Dementia, Depression, Lewy body dementia, Parkinson's, Uncategorized
Zach Mercurio’s article The Science of Mattering: Why Feeling Significant Is So Significant resonates with me. People with dementia or other challenges still need to feel that they are important, that they matter. Everyone does. Zack describes how feeling...
by Ava Butler | Apr 10, 2022 | Caregiving, Dementia, Lewy body dementia, Parkinson's, Support groups, Uncategorized
As a caregiver, you may have heard the term “self-care” mentioned quite a bit. It’s an important topic for caregivers—one many don’t know enough about. Below are some top self-care tips for you and your loved one. Thanks to Beverly Nelson of...
by Ava Butler | Jan 21, 2022 | Caregiving, Dementia, Depression, Grieving, Lewy body dementia, Parkinson's, Uncategorized
I just got through my 5th holiday season as a widow. They get easier, but can still suck. I’ve put a lot of effort into being a better person through it all. The journey is a long, but I’m grateful for it. David Kessler’s work has really helped me...
by Ava Butler | Jan 13, 2022 | Assisted living, Caregiving, Dementia, Lewy body dementia, Parkinson's, Support groups, Uncategorized
This article was first published in Consumer Reports and is written by Kevin Loria. Assistance with personal care, finances, errands, and more can help older people protect their independence and live at home longer. Here’s some advice about where to turn. When it...
by Ava Butler | Nov 12, 2020 | Caregiving, Lewy body dementia, Parkinson's, Support groups, Uncategorized
The Parkinson’s and Movement Disorder Alliance (PMD Alliance) is great resource and I want you all to know how valuable their on-line programs are, especially now that everything needs to be virtual. People participate from all over the world and they are free....
by Ava Butler | Mar 18, 2019 | Dementia, Lewy body dementia, Parkinson's, Uncategorized
Richard’s long time friend, Mike wrote this letter after a trip to see us while Richard was in assisted living. Good friends meant so much and stuck with us every step of the way. 19 August 2015 Dear Richard: It was really great to see you last week. I enjoyed...
