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Get in the Know
Would you like to learn some facts about Hanukkah or Christmas?
Hanukkah is an eight-day festival of religious observance by Jews across the world. Learn more here, on our blog!
Germany made the first artificial Christmas trees. They were made of goose feathers and dyed green. Learn more here, on our blog!
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| Sweet Potato Pie! | 
| "I made this for my family and they really liked it. It is a great dessert for a crisp fall evening." - Heather
Ingredients:
1 15 oz can Sweet Potato Puree 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ginger 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup evaporated milk 2 egg, slightly beaten 1 9 inch deep pie crust
Serving Size: 8
Directions: Mix sweet potato with remaining ingredients. Pour into pie shell. Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes, then reduce temperature to 350 degrees for an additional 40 minutes. Thoroughly cool pie before serving.
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Greetings!
I love this time of year. The weather is beautiful and the holiday decorations are stunning. It is so nice to sit around the house and drink a hot cup of apple cider while chatting with friend and family, playing board games or watching an old movie. During this holiday season, take time out for yourself. Don't let the hustle and bustle of the season wear you out. Wishing you and yours a happy holiday and a joyous and peaceful 2012.
I hope you enjoy this issue of Desert Gazette, Desert Care Management's newsletter. We welcome any comments or suggestions you may have, as we strive to make this publication a resource for our friends, families and colleagues.
Wishing you good health, Heather
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Holidays and Alzheimer's: Enjoying the Moment
By Heather Frenette, RN, MSN, CMC
The holidays are typically a joyous time, a time for friends and family to come together, a time for food and festivities. Holidays with a person coping with Alzheimer's disease can be a challenge. The activity and noise can be confusing, the gatherings of people can be disruptive, and the lights and sounds can be upsetting. There are things you can do to help make the holidays more manageable.
- Minimize the loud noises that we often associate with the holidays. A football game on television, holiday music and multiple conversations around a person with Alzheimer's
 can be confusing. A calm, quite gathering is usually best. Limiting the number of people at a gathering can also help with the noise factor. - Keep decorations simple. Blinking lights and decorative displays can be confusing. Avoid artificial fruits, which can be mistaken for real food. In addition, do not use candles or decorations with an open flame... To continue reading on our blog, click here.
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Stress, Depression and the Holidays: Tips for Coping
By Mayo Clinic Staff
"Stress and depression can ruin your holidays and hurt your health. Being realistic, planning ahead and seeking support can help ward off stress and depression."
The holiday season often brings unwelcome guests - stress and depression. And it's no wonder. The holidays present a dizzying array of demands - parties, shopping, baking, cleaning and entertaining, to name just a few. But with some practical tips, you can minimize the stress that accompanies the holidays. You may even end up enjoying the holidays more than you thought you would. Tips to prevent holiday stress and depression When stress is at its peak, it's hard to stop and regroup. Try to prevent stress and depression in the first place, especially if the holidays have taken an emotional toll on you in the past. - Acknowledge your feelings. If someone close to you has recently died or you can't be with loved ones, realize that it's normal to feel sadness and grief. It's OK to take time to cry or express your feelings. You can't force yourself to be happy just because it's the holiday season.
- Reach out. If you feel lonely or isolated, seek out community, religious or other social events. They can offer support and companionship. Volunteering your time to help others also is a good way to lift your spirits and broaden your friendships... To continue reading on our blog, click here.
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