Bob Richter on the Healing Power of Christmas Decorations
By Celeste McCauley4 min read
The international flea market expert and host of the PBS show Market Warriors shares his personal story of remembering lost loved ones during the holidays.
Family
A Family’s Beloved Christmas Tradition
By Pablo Diaz2 min read
It all started years ago when a young girl began writing a yearly letter to her future self.
Taking Away the Car Keys—How Did Your Family Handle It?
By Edward Grinnan2 min read
It’s a watershed moment for those with a loved one who has dementia. This writer wants to hear from you about it.
The RAISE Family Caregivers Act: What’s It All About?
By Sarah Nicolay4 min read
This national plan aims to help family caregivers address daily challenges.
Yes, Santa Does Belong in Christmas
By Rick Hamlin3 min read
Think gift-giving has nothing to do with the birth of Jesus? Bah! Humbug!
One Family’s Christmas Miracle
By Pablo Diaz2 min read
With an infant son in the hospital, a family prayed its way to a most memorable homecoming.
How to Use Mulling Spices for Cider and Tea
By Holly Lebowitz Rossi2 min read
Your house will smell gorgeous and your heart will be warmed when you simmer these spices in your favorite hot winter beverage.
Her Mother With Alzheimer’s Sang ‘Silent Night’
By Kristen Kemp9 min read
Dementia had taken away so much from her mother and her family. But at the Christmas Eve service, she realized their faith would see them through.
Giving a Book as a Gift? How to Make It Extra Special
By Holly Lebowitz Rossi2 min read
What you write inside the front cover will make it a lifetime treasure.
How Do You Plan to Connect With Others Over the Holidays?
By Edward Grinnan3 min read
Social interactions are crucial to our health and happiness, especially during this season.
Someone Cares: The Gift of Kindness
By Gerry Newman1 min read
Instead of receiving gifts, she asked her family to spread kindness to those in need.
5 Ways to Move Past Caregiver Denial
By The Editors2 min read
It’s not easy to accept that a loved one is dealing with dementia. From educating yourself to hiring respite care, here is how to come to terms with a difficult diagnosis.
