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Dementia Caregiver Support for Christians: Tips for Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregivers to Manage Stress, Prevent Burnout & Handle Difficult Behaviors - Podcast

Dementia Caregiver Support for Christians: Tips for Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregivers to Manage Stress, Prevent Burnout & Handle Difficult Behaviors

Are You a Christian Family Caregiver Feeling Worn Thin by Dementia or Alzheimer’s?
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure this out by yourself.

Welcome to Dementia Caregiver Support for Christians, the podcast that helps you stop reacting in crisis and start stewarding this season with clarity, calm, and Christ-centered care.

Whether you’re a spouse, adult child, or family member trying to walk this journey faithfully, this show meets you at the intersection of practical dementia guidance and biblical encouragement—so you can care for your loved one without losing yourself, your marriage, or your mind.

Here, we answer the questions Christian caregivers are actually asking:
✅ What are the stages of Alzheimer’s disease, and how can I prepare for each stage as a caregiver?
✅ How do I survive dementia caregiving without burnout?
✅ How do I handle aggressive or challenging dementia behaviors – like hitting, yelling, or refusing care?
✅ What is sundowning and how can I manage it?
✅ When is it time to move my loved one to a memory care facility or nursing home?
✅ Why does my loved one with dementia keep asking the same questions repeatedly, and how should I respond?
✅ How can I get my loved one with dementia to bathe or maintain hygiene when they resist?
✅ How do I prevent my loved one from wandering or getting lost?
✅ How do I balance caring for my loved one and other responsibilities (kids, job, spouse) without feeling guilty?
✅ What does dementia caregiving look like from a Christian perspective?
✅ How can I maintain my faith and trust in God while caring for someone with dementia?
✅ Why would God allow my loved one to suffer from Alzheimer’s?
✅ How can I cope with caregiver guilt as a Christian?
✅ What does the Bible say about honoring and caring for elderly parents with dementia?
✅ How do I care for my parent with dementia without losing my marriage?

This podcast isn’t just about surviving—it’s about stewarding.

Because caregiving isn’t a detour from your life. It’s part of your calling.
Each episode offers:
✔️ Biblical clarity in the middle of emotional fog
✔️ Practical, research-informed strategies you can actually use
✔️ Guidance that honors your loved one and protects your most important relationships
✔️ Peace of mind that you’re not walking this road alone

You won’t find sugarcoating here. You’ll find real help, thoughtful reflection, and truth rooted in Scripture—spoken plainly, practically, and with care.

🎧 Subscribe now to Dementia Caregiver Support for Christians and take the next faithful step forward—with peace, purpose, and a voice you can trust.
📍 Find free resources and tools at: ThinkDifferentDementia.com
📧 Email: [email protected]
🙏 May the Lord bless and keep you—and I’ll see you in the next episode.

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Update frequency
every 3 days
Average duration
19 minutes
Episodes
122
Years Active
2024 - 2025
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224. How To Let Go Of Dementia Caregiver Guilt and Shame

224. How To Let Go Of Dementia Caregiver Guilt and Shame

Dementia caregiving is a journey filled with uncertainty, emotional highs and lows, and overwhelming moments. But what if you could recognize patterns and respond with confidence instead of frustrati…

00:13:07  |   Tue 11 Feb 2025
223. What You Need To Know About Dying With Dementia

223. What You Need To Know About Dying With Dementia

Dementia is often described as a long goodbye—an extended separation that slowly takes away the person we love. But as Christians, we know that death, even with dementia, is not the final word. 
Toda…

00:16:37  |   Fri 07 Feb 2025
222. Caring Out Of Obligation? How To Set Boundaries Without Guilt

222. Caring Out Of Obligation? How To Set Boundaries Without Guilt

What happens when you’re caring for someone who isn’t your responsibility? For many caregivers, the role wasn’t something they planned—it was something they stepped into out of love, obligation, or n…

00:14:13  |   Tue 04 Feb 2025
221. What Siblings Of A Person With Dementia Need To Know To Be Helpful

221. What Siblings Of A Person With Dementia Need To Know To Be Helpful

Stepping in to help a loved one with dementia isn’t always straightforward—especially when you’re supporting a brother-in-law, a sister, or another relative without being their primary caregiver. 


H…

00:14:36  |   Fri 31 Jan 2025
220. When Family Isn't On The Same Page In Dementia Caregiving: A Unique Perspective You Need to Know

220. When Family Isn't On The Same Page In Dementia Caregiving: A Unique Perspective You Need to Know

Caring for a loved one with dementia is already challenging, but what happens when family members don’t agree on the best approach? Disagreements over care responsibilities, living arrangements, and …

00:25:11  |   Tue 28 Jan 2025
219. Fundamentals For Bringing A Spouse Home From Rehab: What You Need to Know

219. Fundamentals For Bringing A Spouse Home From Rehab: What You Need to Know

Dementia caregiving can feel like juggling too many priorities at once, often leaving caregivers overwhelmed and unsure of the next steps. 
In this episode, we get a front-row seat to a live coaching…

00:10:11  |   Fri 24 Jan 2025
218. Is It Time For Hospice Or Palliative Care In Dementia Caregiving? How To Know

218. Is It Time For Hospice Or Palliative Care In Dementia Caregiving? How To Know

As a caregiver, you may find yourself overwhelmed with decisions about what’s best for your loved one with dementia. Is it time for palliative care, hospice, or memory care?

In this episode, we break…

00:12:10  |   Tue 21 Jan 2025
217. 3 Dementia Caregiver Tips: How To Control Anger, Deal With Paranoia & Sundowning

217. 3 Dementia Caregiver Tips: How To Control Anger, Deal With Paranoia & Sundowning

Caring for a loved one with dementia often means navigating challenging behaviors and emotional moments. But what if those behaviors, often labeled as "challenging," are actually normal human respons…

00:19:59  |   Fri 17 Jan 2025
216. Unusual Strategies: What You Need to Know When Your Caregivers Cause Dementia Aggression

216. Unusual Strategies: What You Need to Know When Your Caregivers Cause Dementia Aggression

Caring for a loved one with dementia often means facing unexpected challenges—from outbursts to navigating paid caregiver dynamics and difficult decisions about medication. 


In this episode, we walk…

00:13:54  |   Tue 14 Jan 2025
215. Essential Tips: How to Manage Delusions in Dementia

215. Essential Tips: How to Manage Delusions in Dementia

When caring for a loved one with dementia, you may encounter behaviors that seem confusing or unsettling—like paranoia or delusions. 
How do you respond when your loved one truly believes something t…

00:06:27  |   Fri 10 Jan 2025
214. Grieving After Dementia Caregiving: How To Heal In A Supportive Community

214. Grieving After Dementia Caregiving: How To Heal In A Supportive Community

Dementia caregiving can feel isolating and overwhelming, especially when you’re navigating loss, change, and uncertainty.

In this episode, we hear powerful stories from caregivers who share their exp…

00:06:37  |   Tue 07 Jan 2025
213. Essential Tips: How To Communicate With Your Loved One With Dementia Without Lying

213. Essential Tips: How To Communicate With Your Loved One With Dementia Without Lying

Communicating with a loved one with dementia can feel like learning a new language. The usual ways we reassure and converse may no longer work as their cognitive world shifts. 
In this episode, we di…

00:09:24  |   Fri 03 Jan 2025
212. How to Have a Good 2025 Even When Dementia Caregiving

212. How to Have a Good 2025 Even When Dementia Caregiving

As we welcome 2025, many of us are reflecting on how we can make the year ahead better. For dementia caregivers, the question takes on a deeper meaning: how can you manage caregiving challenges while…

00:22:59  |   Tue 31 Dec 2024
211. Know When Isolation In A Person With Dementia Is Detrimental

211. Know When Isolation In A Person With Dementia Is Detrimental

Have you ever wondered why your loved one with dementia suddenly isolates themselves or acts differently? 

In this coaching-style episode, we explore the importance of uncovering patterns and trigger…

00:09:45  |   Fri 27 Dec 2024
210. How To Have A Good Christmas While Dementia Caregiving

210. How To Have A Good Christmas While Dementia Caregiving

The Christmas season often brings both joy and challenges, especially for dementia caregivers. How do you balance celebrating this special time while ensuring peace and simplicity for your loved one?…

00:16:44  |   Tue 24 Dec 2024
209. How To Manage Aggressive Dementia Responses: Tips for Spouses

209. How To Manage Aggressive Dementia Responses: Tips for Spouses

Have you noticed your loved one with dementia having outbursts or aggressive responses? Do you feel like you're constantly walking on eggshells around caregivers or family? 
In this episode, we explo…

00:29:09  |   Fri 20 Dec 2024
208. How To Find Essential Dementia Caregiver Resources

208. How To Find Essential Dementia Caregiver Resources

Have you ever told your loved one they have dementia, only to be met with anger or disbelief? 
It’s one of the most challenging situations caregivers face—trying to explain something their loved one …

00:11:52  |   Tue 17 Dec 2024
207. Dementia Caregiver Support in Action: Emotional Support for One Spouse

207. Dementia Caregiver Support in Action: Emotional Support for One Spouse

Do you ever feel frustrated when caring for your loved one with dementia? 
It’s easy to forget that their brain no longer processes information the way it used to. 
In this coaching episode, we explo…

00:05:28  |   Fri 13 Dec 2024
206. Can Your Christian Faith Improve Your Dementia Caregiving Experience

206. Can Your Christian Faith Improve Your Dementia Caregiving Experience

Caregiving for a loved one with dementia can feel like navigating an emotional maze without a map.

How do we find strength when challenges keep piling up? In this special episode, real caregivers fro…

00:09:48  |   Tue 10 Dec 2024
205. Dementia Caregiver Support in Action: How to Provide Your Loved One The Best Support

205. Dementia Caregiver Support in Action: How to Provide Your Loved One The Best Support

Have you ever thought about how many decisions go into something as simple as brushing your teeth? 
For dementia caregivers, these micro-decisions highlight the challenges their loved ones face daily…

00:05:50  |   Fri 06 Dec 2024
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