Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease and Resources Available For Wilmington Area Residents

Senior woman smiling while interacting with caregiver, both looking at a smartphone, highlighting companionship and in-home elder care services.

“Alzheimer’s,” is a complex neurodegenerative condition affecting more than 180,000 people over 65 here in North Carolina. The National Alzheimer’s Association reported that there are 356,000 unpaid family caregivers providing over 514 million hours of care in North Carolina alone. One of the scariest things is that family caregivers are at greater risk for anxiety […]

Alzheimer’s and Art Therapy: Unlocking Creative Potential

Senior woman painting at table with peers, engaging in art therapy for Alzheimer's support, fostering creativity and emotional well-being.

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease is an emotional journey often filled with daunting hurdles. In this article, I want to introduce you to a creative and therapeutic approach that has brought joy and meaning to the lives of seniors with Alzheimer’s: art therapy. It’s a remarkable way to unlock their creative potential […]