Whether you share a hobby with your caregiver, share it with someone for whom you care, or simply enjoy it by yourself, it is important to develop creative ways to share and relax.

Quilting is a wonderful and traditional hobby, typically shared by women, but certainly growing in popularity with men and even children.

This beautiful, multi-textured, three-dimensional quilt by one caregiver is one example of the beauty that can evolve from a pair ofdevoted hands.

Keeping hands and minds busy is just as important as it is fun. Certainly it can help to reduce stress; studies show it helps to improve conditions such as high blood pressure and help keep keep your mind sharp.

Whether you like to quilt, needlepoint, whittle, or do crossword puzzles, consider either sharing your hobby by teaching someone else who might be interested, or consider whether you need to spend more time investing in one.