April Newsletter
Hello Reader,
Reflections & Musings
April must be the most colorful month of the year. As I write this newsletter, I am looking out my window marveling at the plant life. The redbud tree, delightfully native to the area, is perhaps my favorite with its striking pinkish purple blossoms. Renewal is here. Be sure to check out How to Master New Beginnings [019] for tips for taking advantage of the newness of Spring.
Celebration
Some long dreamed of projects and offerings are (finally) coming to life - my April Hallelujah!
Community Conversations
Starting next week, I am offering monthly education and Q&A on topics related to the care of the older adult so that you can get the right care and the right time without wasting time and energy figuring it out.
Presentations will be on the first Wednesday of the month at 3:00 pm ET via Zoom. All will be recorded and available for access at a later date. Registration is required and comes with a pay what you wish investment.
Caregiving Coaching
I am so excited to launch my signature Caregiver Coaching program! I have spent years often more worried about the person bringing my patient to appointments than I was about the patient.
This program helps overwhelmed caregivers navigate the healthcare system, have consistent energy to get more done in less time, and feel strong physically & emotionally, all without neglecting their caregiving responsibilities.
To learn more and join the waitlist, please visit https://carolinemorris.com/service/caregiver-coaching/
Upcoming Education
- Monday, April 4 -- Podcast Episode: Putting Overwhelm in Check [020]
- Wednesday, April 6 @ 3:00 pm -- Community Conversations: Head Injuries in the Older Adult
- Monday, April 18 -- Podcast Episode: My Top Tips for Navigating the Healthcare System [021]
- Monday, May 2 -- Podcast Episode: Surprising Ways to Find More Energy [022]
- Wednesday, May 4 @ 3:00 pm -- Community Conversations: Demystifying Medicare Therapy Benefits
Subscribe to the Elder Health Connection Podcast to never miss an episode!
Recent Education
- How to Master New Beginnings [019]
- Grief [018]
- Heart Healthy Diets: What To Make of a Convoluted History [017]
- Exercise for Your Heart & Brain with Laura Mesches [016]
Monthly Health Tip: Drinking Water
Have you smelled the tap water recently? Alexandria has begun its annual chlorine flush of the water supply, so the tap water has been smelling like a swimming pool.
Filtering your water is a simple way to remove contaminants and give your body a break from process excess chemicals and metals. Zero Water is currently my favorite filtering system.
Be wary of over-filtering, though. Our bodies were not designed to drink distilled water - we need some minerals in order to be optimally hydrated.
New Beginnings
There's always an opportunity to start anew.
- Apr 1: new month, new moon
- Apr 4: new week
- Apr 11: new week
- Apr 18: new week
- Apr 19: new zodiac sign (Taurus)
- Apr 25: new week
- Apr 30: new moon
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Caroline Morris, PT, DPT, GCS
703-362-5316
Morris Clinic
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