by Jennie Wilson | Blog
As the author of this blog post (Nancy) I’ve been a caregiver now for three years straight! This is a job that I never thought I’d be doing. I’ve always seemed to take care of others, but not to this extent. I take care of my boyfriend who needs 24/7 care after...
by Jennie Wilson | Blog
Building Mindfulness Through Games Children begin to explore the world and problem solving through play. Caregivers and adults can use play in a purposeful way to help children learn and practice skills that will help them throughout life. First, let’s consider the...
by Jennie Wilson | Blog
Managing Stress from Social Media and News Outlets In our world today it seems as though our attention is always being pulled towards a screen. Whether it is a news station telling us the latest updates or social media telling you all the tips and tricks to stay...
by Jennie Wilson | Blog
Does this sound familiar? “I really need to talk to someone.” Or this one: “is it worth it to see a therapist?” How about: “why can’t I just talk with my best friend? What will the therapist offer me that my friends won’t?” Well, there are some differences between...
by Jennie Wilson | Blog
Here are a few things to do when you or a loved one can start feeling angry: Sing along (yes, outloud!) to your favorite song Go to the batting cages (or golfing range) Draw or paint what your anger looks like (or feels like) Seek out someone (or a pet) to give you a...
