Well Haven Occupational Therapy & Consulting

05/12/2023

DeeDee Jonrowe, an Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race legend, is encouraging Alaskans to reach out to resources in the state for support if they or a loved one suf...

04/24/2023

My husband and I spent part of our Earth Day at the Scoop-the-Poop event at University Lakes dog park. One of our goals this year is to be more involved in our Anchorage community and give back to the places we enjoy so much!

See Bill ready to go with his sled to haul buckets of p**p with our village huskies Kima and Filbert. 🐶🐕

04/19/2023

Why we added self-care to the checklist!!

01/31/2023

Here is your end of January reminder to be kind to yourself and invitation to practice it as often as you can. 💕

The Power of Being King to Yourself 🙏🏽

• More and more research is showing that self-compassion is a key to living a h life.
• Self-compassion is a source of strength and resilience

The 3 Elements of Self-Compassion:
1️⃣ Self Kindness: we are as caring towards ourselves as we are to others
2️⃣ Recognizing Our Common Humanity: When we understand that we are not alone in our pain through a moment of connection with others and that it is a part of the shared human experience
3️⃣ Mindfulness: Being open to the reality of the present moment [yes, you are here], acknowledging our suffering without exaggerating it

Graphic created by the amazing Johnine Byrne from See Your Words 🙏🏽

01/30/2023

5 steps to take once a loved one is diagnosed with dementia from our local Anchorage attorney Constance Aschenbrenner.

What to Do When a Loved One is Diagnosed with Dementia by Law Office of Constance A Aschenbrenner | Jan 9, 2023 | Alaska Estate Attorney, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts | 0 comments A dementia diagnosis is a traumatic time for any family. Dementia happens slowly and progressively over....

01/24/2023

01/19/2023

One perk of being a mobile OT clinic is I see so much wildlife during my drives. Good morning moose!

01/18/2023

TBI

01/16/2023

I spent the weekend up in Talkeetna with two other OT private practice owners reflecting on 2022 and planning how we can serve more patients in 2023. Lots of shop talk plus fun by the wood stove and walking around downtown Talkeetna. :)

01/12/2023

Love these fun activities. :)

01/05/2023

From socializing to brain games, exercise, sleep, and healthy eating, maintaining brain health is an active pursuit. Join AARP Alaska for this virtual event series with information and resources from the Global Council on Brain Health.

AARP Alaska is hosting a series of events to help older Alaskans maintain their brain health with simple health and wellness tips and tricks.

01/03/2023

Nice morning for a walk with a patient working on activity tolerance, dynamic balance, and using trekking poles to increase steadiness when walking in the community. 😀❄️☁️

12/12/2022

12/09/2022

Something fun is on the horizon at Well Haven Occupational Therapy & Consulting! Exploring Virtual Reality therapy options including advanced neurocognitive assessments and applications for stroke rehab!

12/08/2022

Signs that it might be time to talk to a doctor include:

Asking the same questions over and over again
Getting lost in places a person knows well
Having trouble following recipes or directions
Becoming more confused about time, people, and places
Not taking care of oneself —eating poorly, not bathing, or behaving unsafely

As you age, you may wonder what is and is not normal memory loss. Learn the signs of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia — and when to see the doctor.