Supportive strategies that work well for older adults 1) Create a “winter rhythm” you can count on After the holidays, many people benefit from a simple weekly structure. It doesn’t have to be busy—just predictable. Try this:  Choose 3 anchors each week: One connection  (phone call, coffee, community group) One errand or outing  (library, grocery, haircut, pharmacy) One home comfort  (favorite show night, baking, puzzle, hobby time) Putting these on a calendar helps the week

On Those Days…   On those days when you miss someone the most as though your memories are sharp enough to slice through the skin and bone remember how they loved you.   Remember how they loved you and do  that for yourself. In  their name. In their  honor. Love yourself as they loved you. They would like that. On those days when you miss someone the most love yourself harder.   -Anonymous

Tune in to watch our clinic director, Les Dubin, MSW, and Brookdale Communities Gerontologist Jill Ladaa in this webcast, "The Caregiver's Mindset: Practical Tools for Emotional Well-being". A must-watch for friends and family of people living with dementia. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUp1BXNV09s

Maturity Matters counselors met this month for an in-service about how to support clients struggling with "decluttering". As we age, it isn't uncommon for individuals to collect more items through the years. Grief, sadness, or health issues can make it harder to part ways with these items, especially if there are emotional ties to particular belongings. Working with a therapist to learn strategies to let go of these items can be extremely helpful. Our therapists are here an