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.
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 19 minutes
- Episodes
- 122
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
204. How To Tell My Loved One They Have Dementia: Resources for Caregivers
One of the most challenging aspects of caregiving is telling your loved one they have dementia. How do you approach such a sensitive subject with love and clarity, especially when denial or lack of a…
203. Dementia Caregiver Support In Action: Advocating and Adapting
Caregiving is a journey of constant learning, adapting, and advocating.
In this special live coaching session, we hear from Vicki, a caregiver for her husband, Bob, who faces Parkinson’s and cogniti…
202. How To Be A Grateful Alzheimer's Caregiver This Thanksgiving
As Thanksgiving approaches, how can you cultivate gratitude even amidst the challenges of caregiving?
In this special episode, we explore how Christian caregivers can embrace thankfulness in their r…
201. How To See Dementia Caregiving As An Obstacle And Not Friction
Have you ever thought about how you view dementia caregiving? Is it a challenge to overcome or an emotional struggle that tests your faith? In this episode, we explore how caregiving can be both an o…
200. Dementia Caregiver Support In Action: How To Be Resilient And Stress Less
How do you navigate the emotional and physical challenges of caregiving when life throws you unexpected storms?
In this episode, we hear from Cheryl, a caregiver facing not only the demands of carin…
199. Ask the Dementia Coach: How to Decrease Caregiver Stress Through Coaching
What do you do when caregiving feels overwhelming, and every task is met with resistance or uncertainty?
This episode offers real-life insights from caregivers navigating the complexities of dementi…
198. Grateful And Growing: One Year Of Supporting Christian Caregivers
Have you ever wondered how faith can reshape your caregiving journey?
This episode marks the one-year anniversary of the podcast and serves as a heartfelt reflection on its growth, mission, and visi…
197. How To Support Your Mom Living With Dementia And Still Work
What does it take to navigate the ups and downs of caregiving with faith and resilience? In this episode, we hear from Tracy, a caregiver balancing the demands of caring for her aging mother. Through…
196. How To Know What It Feels Like To Live With Dementia: Resources For Caregivers
Ever wonder what it truly feels like for your loved one living with dementia?
In this episode, we explore the sensory and cognitive challenges they face daily through an eye-opening dementia simulat…
195. How To Know If You Are Dementia Caregiving By Default Or By Design? Support For Caregivers
Have you ever considered that there might be two ways to approach caregiving—either by default or by design?
In this thought-provoking episode, we discuss the importance of intentionality in dementi…
194. How To Thrive When Caregiver Anxiety Rules The Day: Support For Dementia Caregivers
Feeling overwhelmed by caregiver anxiety?
In this episode, we explore strategies to reduce stress and find peace while caring for a loved one with dementia. Drawing inspiration from Psalm 127, we ar…
193. How To Help The Alzheimer's Decision Maker: Resources For Caregivers
Are you a caregiver balancing family relationships while trying to support a loved one with dementia?
In this special coaching session, we meet Tommy, a devoted grandson who wants to help his grandm…
192. How To Help When Your Loved One Says "Help Me, I'm Dying": Support For Dementia Care
Does hearing the same distressing words from your loved one with dementia leave you feeling helpless?
For caregivers like Cheryl, managing repetitive, emotionally charged phrases such as “Help me, I…
191. How To Love Yourself As A Dementia Caregiver
Have you ever considered that the way you think could transform your caregiving journey?
In this episode, we explore the power of your mind—specifically the reticular activating system (RAS)—and how…
190. Dementia Caregiving For God’s Glory: How To Reform Your Thinking
How can the core principles of the Reformation help you find strength and purpose in dementia caregiving?
In this episode, we reflect on how the Five Solas—the foundational beliefs emphasized during…
189. How To Be Content As A Dementia Caregiver: Resources For Caregiving
In this episode, we focus on a crucial topic that hits home for many caregivers: contentment.
As caregivers, it’s easy to fall into feelings of frustration, resentment, and even anger as we navigate…
188. How To Never Make These Dementia Caregiver Mistakes: Resources for Caregivers
In this episode, we explore the common mistakes caregivers make while caring for loved ones with dementia and how to avoid them.
Drawing from personal experiences and biblical principles, this epis…
187. How To Prepare For Dementia Care: Resources For Caregivers
Preparing for Dementia Care: What every caregiver needs to know
Are you ready for the challenges of dementia caregiving?
We explore the critical steps to take as you begin your journey as a caregive…
186. How To Best Manage Finances in Dementia: Resources For Caregivers With Justin Chastain
Are you a dementia caregiver struggling to balance finances while providing care for your loved one?
We welcome Justin Chastain, a financial planner from Parallel Financial (https://www.parallelfina…
185. How To Best Manage Repetitive Dementia Care Tasks: Resources For Caregivers
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the repetitive tasks involved in dementia caregiving? From answering the same questions to managing daily routines, it can feel like you’re stuck in an endless loop of …