Author: Tingstad WHIM-C
26 Jul ‘It’s consuming us:’ Relatives of romance scam victim can’t stop him from sending money
They say there are plenty of fish in the sea, but when it comes to online romance, there are also some dangerous sharks. Romance scams have become a billion-dollar international epidemic, and victims may be unwittingly helping organized criminals launder their money. Most crime victims go...
26 Jul Powerful solutions to loneliness: The Unlonely Projects
Art Therapy expert talks about the power of art-making. A synchronized swim team for seniors, describes the freedom of the water and the creative wonders of staying vital dancing afloat together. The community, sensory expressiveness and pure fun of swimming together keep loneliness and isolation and...
26 Jul How would you, your friends and loved ones answer these questions?
How would you, your friends and loved ones answer these questions? What is your purpose in life? Watch this video What is love? Watch this video What is the best advice you've received? Watch this video...
26 Jul How Creative Expression Can Benefit Older Adults
The older adults in Dr. Raquel Stephenson’s art therapy session are painting. One non-verbal participant lights up as she experiences the tactile qualities of paint—its smell, touch, and feel. “These visceral interactions with the materials opened up a new path for communication with her,” says Stephenson. “Where...
26 Jul Three Scientifically Proven Ways Music Improves The Lives of Older Adults
There is no denying the power of music. Across cultural and societal lines, music has been proven to bring people together. A recent study from the Tokyo University of Arts went so far as to claim this was why music was first developed: to create communities and...