I use the creative arts and other social and recreational modalities in a highly individualized way to meet the needs of each client.
My goal as an activities therapist is to:
· Support social engagement and connection
· Renew sense of purpose and dignity
· Encourage self-confidence and boost self-esteem
· Promote vitality and well-being
· Restore and strengthen meaning in life
· Inspire and uplift
· Nurture creative expression
· Provide opportunities for self-reflection
· Cultivate moments of joy
· Explore intellectual interests and personal hobbies
· Recover cherished memories
· Provide respite for family members
Some examples of the types of activities I use are:
For family and professional caregivers interested in consultation services please click here.
I can assist clients in documenting their life story through memoir in written form and/or as an audio recording. By asking the right questions I can help to unearth the gems and highlights in your life. I am there to guide you every step of the way and will offer suggestions and tips on how to most effectivly document your life story. I can help organize, edit, write, transcribe and/or record your life story. I am an award winning author of the book Creating a Rich and Meaningful Life in Long Term Care . I am also a published poet.
PRESENTATIONS AND WORKSHOPS
I faciliate workshops for elders in long-term care communities, as well as for staff. For more information please click here.
I am also a certified massage therapist and can provide these services as well. For more information, please click here.