A client of mine has been using art therapy as a way to relieve anxiety and it’s working well. She looks forward to the sessions and calm it brings to her is so obvious.

If I can give one piece of advice to my fellow caregivers, don’t be afraid of meditation. I used to think it was foo foo, but once I got started it was clear how much it helps my caregiving journey and overall wellbeing.

I’m really looking forward to being on the pre- and post-documentary screening panel this coming Monday. I’ll be virtually in attendance and the film Keys Bags Names Words: Hope in Aging and Dementia is an incredible testament to the human spirit.

I haven’t wanted to post about my diagnosis for months. I’m still coming to terms with it. I know so many women are diagnosed with autoimmune diseases and I’m sending them lots of love and support. I know the challenge. 🙏

How lucky that I took tomorrow off — the forecast is for 70 degrees!!! That’s unheard of for St. Patrick’s Day in South Dakota! Typically in the low-40s.

Lots of self-care this weekend. Massage, movie and friends. Back to my patients tomorrow. 🙏

Here’s a link with helpful resources. https://www.nysenior.org/our-helplines/patients-rights-helpline/

I can’t wait for my trip to Southern California in a few weeks. I need to thaw out, even though it hasn’t been too too terrible. Caregiving respite, countdown!