Second Wind Dreams has experienced incredible growth in the past year in service to our elders and people with dementia. Our mission is more secure than ever as we continue to find new, innovative ways to meet the needs of eldercare. Our core values remain solid and our commitment to grass roots efforts to make… Continue reading Thanks for the lessons, 2018. 2019, we’re ready.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year!
Or is it? If you are the primary caregiver of someone with dementia, it can be dicey. All year you meet the needs of your loved one. You insure safety, go to doctor appointments, maintain good hygiene, provide nutrition and socialization and that’s a slow day. Then, BAM it’s the holidays and the rest… Continue reading It’s the most wonderful time of the year!
The Holiday Effect
You know that feeling when someone comes up to you unexpectedly with a huge toothy smile on their face and says, “It’s so good to see you.” Then they tilt their head and say, “So how have you been”? Of course, you answer politely and try with all the brain power you can sum up… Continue reading The Holiday Effect
Judgement Day
It’s strange how caregiving affects us. After I wrote the blog about Dad moving in with us last fall, I began to feel protective of his feelings and now I have become extra sensitive about ensuring his dignity is preserved no matter the price. As a result, I have found myself to be less than… Continue reading Judgement Day
Thanksgiving For the Ages
This story is based on a family I had in counseling. The preparations were underway for our family of 16 to have Thanksgiving Dinner together. It had been years since we were all together and between running to the airport, changing sheets, setting the tables and pulling out family recipes, my Mother kept wandering through… Continue reading Thanksgiving For the Ages
I had no idea.
Seriously, I thought I had a good handle on understanding the dynamics of dementia and how the syndrome manifests. Hell, I created the Virtual Dementia Tour to help sensitize people to what it’s like to have dementia. My 34 year career has been dedicated to the care and treatment of people with dementia and their… Continue reading I had no idea.
Joining a New Herd
By: P.K. Beville When we became parents, we joined the herd of other parents who gave helpful advice, told hysterical stories about their children and even at times commiserated. Being a part of this herd helped the journey through parenthood and most people in the herd with us learned valuable lessons from each other. I… Continue reading Joining a New Herd
