Lavender

"A high-quality essential oil of true lavender is an irreplaceable gift of nature because it provides so many benefits." Dr. Daniel Penoel and Rose-Marie Penoel

As caregivers for someone with dementia, it is important to find easy ways to support our own health and well being.  Lavender essential oil could be one of those ways.  Lavender oil is reported to be calming and helps someone relax enough to get restful sleep (and isn't sleep one of the most important things we need?).  It is also used as an anti-inflammatory, for skin irritations, insect bits, and overall skin health.  People who support the use of essential oils recommend that one get a good quality of true mountain lavender - called fine lavender.  This could be an easy way to support our own well being, and the well being of the person for whom we provide care.