by Tess Lojacono | Jul 3, 2026 | Active Lifestyle, Adult Care, Alzheimer's Disease, Art, Art Therapy, Expressionist Art, Family Art, Fourth of July, Mental Health, Uncategorized
Independence: More Than a National Holiday Each year on July 4th, we celebrate independence—the founding of a nation and the freedoms that shaped its future. Fireworks light the sky, flags wave proudly, and families gather to commemorate a defining moment in American... 
by Tess Lojacono | Jun 5, 2026 | Active Lifestyle, Adult Care, Alzheimer's Disease, Art Therapy, Asking for help, Assistive Technology, Elder Care, Healthy Living, Kindness, Love, Making decisions, Mental Health, Multi-Sensory Sessions, Uncategorized
Understanding “Miracle” Alzheimer’s Treatments When a loved one has Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, it’s natural to search for hope. Families want answers, comfort, and above all, something that might help preserve memory and connection. Unfortunately, this deep... 
by Tess Lojacono | May 8, 2026 | Active Lifestyle, Adult Care, Alzheimer's Disease, Kindness, Love, May Holidays, Mother's Day, Springtime, Youth
Mother’s Day is a time to honor the love, care, and strength that mothers bring into our lives. Its origins trace back to early 20th-century efforts to recognize the sacrifices women made for their families and communities. But beyond flowers and cards, this day holds... 
by Tess Lojacono | Apr 3, 2026 | Active Lifestyle, Adult Care, Alzheimer's Disease, Art, Easter, Folk Art, Love, Personal, Springtime
Easter is celebrated in beautiful and meaningful ways all around the world. From flower-covered crosses and colorful street art to community traditions that bring people together, these displays remind us of the hope, renewal, and joy that Easter represents. Here are... 
by Tess Lojacono | Nov 28, 2025 | Active Lifestyle, Adult Care, Alzheimer's Disease, Art, Art Therapy, Autumn, Creative Expression, Elder Care, Making decisions, Mental Health, Personal, Thanksgiving, Youth Care
Thankful for Nature: Autumn Art Across Western New York As autumn deepens, the world seems to glow with gratitude. No wonder we celebrate thankfulness this month! The air grows crisp, leaves blaze with color, and the last golden flowers of the season lift their faces... 
by Tess Lojacono | Nov 21, 2025 | Active Lifestyle, Adult Care, Alzheimer's Disease, Art, Art Therapy, Autumn, Creative Expression, Elder Care, Healthy Living, Mental Health, Personal, Youth Care
As the trees outside burst into color, our Pittsburgh Teaching Artist, Dana, brought the beauty of the season indoors for our friends at The Remington—with an art project celebrating one of autumn’s greatest gifts: the leaf! The group explored the brilliant reds,... 