Thanksgiving!

I would like for you to write down how you spent your Thanksgiving last week and what your favorite memory was. Maybe it was spending time with family you haven't seen in a while, the shopping, or simply the great food, whatever it was write it down so you won't forget it next year.

Thanksgiving is a great time to reminisce about the past as well as the present, and to truly think about what you are grateful for. Every year I continue to be amazed at how quickly the year has seemed to go by, which is why I think it's important to take some time to slow down from time to time and really think about the people and things in our life.

So take this week and slow down some. I know with the holiday season that seems to be the last thing we do, but it is important.

Happy Holidays.

Caregiver Activities for the Week

Monday: Take a moment to write about your Halloween weekend, and how you and your loved one celebrated it.

Tuesday: Take advantage of the nice fall weather, and go outside and take a walk.

Wednesday: November is the time of year to be thankful for what you have. Take a moment and write down the people and things in your life that you are thankful for.

Thursday: November is Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. Check out the local support groups in your area.

Friday: Write down whatever you are feeling today.

Saturday: Start planning your holiday menu now, so you don't get stressed when it gets a little closer.

Sunday: Plan your activities for next week