Positive Aging Transitions

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We are welcoming Autumn and soon Winter and the festivities and celebrations to come!

Are you caring for a loved one with dementia this season? The worldwide web is full of ideas and tips for a Happy Holiday Season:

It may be difficult to continue family traditions, but new ones can be started. Simple, repetitive tasks are safe and fun to do with your loved one. Such activities include:

* stringing garlands of popcorn or berries
* linking up paper chains
* making wreaths
* creating photo albums
* baking cookies
* writing and addressing greeting cards
* listening to holiday music
* reading holiday or religious stories

It also helps to keep expectations in line with the reality of your loved one's situation and capabilities. You can still look forward to spending time enjoying the holiday in other ways, or doing something special but simple, such as going for a walk together. Keep regular schedules as much as possible and plan activities during the time of day when your loved one is most calm and interested.

Please remember to take care of your self and your own needs while also caring for your loved one.

I offer consultation to Senior Communities and other care-giving facilities on how to be more open and accepting for our Senior LGBT Community.

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