Home and Hospice Care: Why Connection and Storytelling Matter

Home Care and Hospice Care Month - Why Connection and Storytelling Matter

November is National Home Care and Hospice Month – a time to recognize the nurses, aides, therapists, and social workers who make a difference in the lives of those they serve. This work can be incredibly rewarding, but it’s also important to take time for yourself to recharge. In this article, we share resources to…

The Power of Storytelling: What “52 Weeks of Storytelling” Can Do for You and Your Storyteller

The power of storytelling is often underestimated. Yet, stories have the ability to transport us to different times and places, make us laugh and cry, and teach us valuable lessons. They can also help us make sense of our own lives and experiences. For all these reasons and more, I believe everyone should dedicate at…

10 Simple National Talk like a Pirate Day Activities

Arrrrrrr ye ready for some fun on National Talk like a Pirate Day? Here are 10 activities that your loved one in assisted living can do to celebrate. They can be used by activities staff to fill in time gaps in the daily schedule as well. These activities are easy to do and require little…

How to Tell Your Story in a Moment of Truth

Do you ever feel like you’re in a moment of truth? Like everything is on the line and there’s no turning back? Moments like that can be scary, but they can also be empowering. If you know how to tell your story in that moment, you can control the outcome. In this blog post, we’ll…

How to Capture Women’s Stories with Ease

Women are the bedrock of our society, shaping our communities and making life richer and more beautiful with their contributions. Sadly, though, many women underestimate their own worth and fail to recognize the power of their stories. That’s why it’s so important to capture women’s stories and encourage women to write down their lives –…