Are we depressed, or do we have a mental illness called ‘Clinical Depression’? There can be some confusion over this at times. Another word for depression is melancholy and this
Author: Erica Fotineas
Surviving Palliative Care as a caregiver
When your family member chooses palliative care, it can be an intense relief. If they’ve been ill for a long time, or if they are facing a series of medical
The Energy of Flowers
Is there more to these beautiful blooms than we think? How do flowers traverse the fields of joy and sorrow so perfectly, that they are equally appropriate and appreciated? They
The silver lining of terminal illness
Pain is not always caused by physical illness. Occasionally, when things have happened in your life without a peaceful resolution, their effects can linger subtly without us even realising it.
Easy Eating to Prevent Dementia – Yellow Door
Malnutrition The elderly are particularly at risk for malnutrition, even living in a first world country. Poor nutrition has been linked to dementia, obesity, low energy levels and prolonged recovery
What is a Home Care Package?
Home Yellow Door Care is all about keeping people where they want to be: at home. In order to make this possible without stress to family and friends, the Home
Seasonal Effective Disorder
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder? It is a form of depression, seasonal because it is literally associated with the advent of a new season. Reduced sunlight and warmth, anticipation of
Embracing loved ones in end of life care.
Many people facing the end of their lives have a strong need to reach out to those they’ve loved. In our modern age, we have vastly more options to do
Coping with Christmas
Coping with Christmas Christmas is a very special time of year, but sometimes it brings a new level of stress to our lives. Illness or family issues don’t suddenly resolve
Feng Shui and Health
Feng Shui has been around for thousands of years, so surely it must have the substance of truth in it. Originating in Chinese Astronomy, Feng Shui is the study of