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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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19 minutes
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122
Years Active
2024 - 2025
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184. How To Best Manage Delirium In Alzheimers: Resources For Caregivers

184. How To Best Manage Delirium In Alzheimers: Resources For Caregivers

Have you ever noticed a sudden, dramatic shift in your loved one with dementia? 
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183. Reflections On Hurricane Helene And Its Impact When Dementia Caregiving

183. Reflections On Hurricane Helene And Its Impact When Dementia Caregiving

Have you ever thought about how an unexpected emergency, like a hurricane, could impact your caregiving duties? In this episode, we reflect on the lessons learned from Hurricane Helene and how to pre…

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182. Rethinking Challenging Behaviors in Dementia Care: How to Respond Effectively

182. Rethinking Challenging Behaviors in Dementia Care: How to Respond Effectively

Are you frustrated by the so-called “challenging behaviors” of your loved one with dementia? You’re not alone. In this episode, we take a deep look at what we often label as “challenging behaviors” a…

00:19:52  |   Fri 11 Oct 2024
181. How to Avoid Burnout in Dementia Caregiving: 5 Essential Strategies For Caregivers

181. How to Avoid Burnout in Dementia Caregiving: 5 Essential Strategies For Caregivers

Feeling overwhelmed by caregiving duties? You’re not alone. 

In this episode, we explore ways to reduce stress and avoid burnout in dementia caregiving. The discussion covers the common sources of st…

00:26:45  |   Wed 09 Oct 2024
180. Breaking the Cycle of Therapeutic Lying: A New Caregiving Method

180. Breaking the Cycle of Therapeutic Lying: A New Caregiving Method

Have you ever felt conflicted about using therapeutic lying while caring for a loved one with dementia? It’s a technique widely taught, but for many Christian caregivers, the idea of lying—no matter …

00:16:46  |   Mon 07 Oct 2024
179. How To Best Manage Family Dynamics: Resources For Dementia Caregivers

179. How To Best Manage Family Dynamics: Resources For Dementia Caregivers

Are you struggling to manage family relationships while caregiving for a loved one with dementia? 

This episode offers practical insights into dealing with difficult family dynamics that often arise …

00:14:40  |   Fri 04 Oct 2024
178. How To Best Manage Challenging Behaviors: Resources For Dementia Caregivers

178. How To Best Manage Challenging Behaviors: Resources For Dementia Caregivers

Are you struggling with challenging behaviors in your loved one with dementia? You’re not alone. Many caregivers face the frustration of trying to understand and manage unpredictable behaviors. 

In t…

00:19:02  |   Wed 02 Oct 2024
177. How To Best Use Long Term Care Insurance In Dementia Caregiving With Luke Mangum

177. How To Best Use Long Term Care Insurance In Dementia Caregiving With Luke Mangum

Have you ever considered how long-term care insurance could protect your family from financial stress? For many caregivers of loved ones with dementia, it’s a topic often overlooked—until it’s too la…

00:45:37  |   Mon 30 Sep 2024
176. Why Being In Charge, Not Control, Makes Dementia Care Easier

176. Why Being In Charge, Not Control, Makes Dementia Care Easier

Do you feel overwhelmed trying to control every aspect of caregiving? 
Is it leaving you frustrated and disconnected from your loved one?

In this episode, we look at a powerful shift: letting go of c…

00:14:47  |   Fri 27 Sep 2024
175. How To Improve Emotional Resilience And Faith Using Relationship-Centered Dementia Care

175. How To Improve Emotional Resilience And Faith Using Relationship-Centered Dementia Care

Are you finding it difficult to balance your relationship with your loved one and the endless caregiving tasks? This can be one of the most challenging aspects of dementia care, but what if focusing …

00:17:49  |   Wed 25 Sep 2024
174. How To Best Transition Living Situations: Resources For Dementia Caregivers

174. How To Best Transition Living Situations: Resources For Dementia Caregivers

Have you ever wondered when it’s the right time to move your loved one with dementia to a new living environment?

This is a question that many caregivers face. Let’s imagine Sarah, a devoted daughter…

00:17:01  |   Mon 23 Sep 2024
173. How to Embrace Your Future After Dementia Caregiving

173. How to Embrace Your Future After Dementia Caregiving

Are you ready to think about life after caregiving?

Imagine you’re on a never-ending journey, with each day bringing new challenges and uncertainties. This is how many caregivers feel while navigatin…

00:19:18  |   Fri 20 Sep 2024
172. How To Transform Dementia Caregiving From Struggle Into Success

172. How To Transform Dementia Caregiving From Struggle Into Success

Have you ever wondered if there’s a better way to approach dementia caregiving? 
In today’s episode, a heartfelt journey through the highs and lows of caregiving sheds light on some often-overlooked …

00:19:44  |   Wed 18 Sep 2024
171. How To Transform Any Activity Into A Meaningful Dementia Activity With Angela Fairhurst

171. How To Transform Any Activity Into A Meaningful Dementia Activity With Angela Fairhurst

Do you struggle to connect with your loved one who has dementia?

Imagine visiting your mother, who is deep into her dementia journey. You bring her a toy from home, desperate to find something to bri…

00:31:29  |   Mon 16 Sep 2024
170. How To Adjust Your Role And Become A Dementia Caregiver

170. How To Adjust Your Role And Become A Dementia Caregiver

Have you ever thought about the many roles you've adapted to throughout life? Caring for someone with dementia is one of those unexpected transitions that can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have t…

00:15:33  |   Fri 13 Sep 2024
169. How to Recover from Dementia Care: The Caregiver Recovery Strategy

169. How to Recover from Dementia Care: The Caregiver Recovery Strategy

Have you ever wondered how to recover after your dementia caregiving journey ends? Whether you’re still caring for a loved one or have finished that chapter, the path to emotional and mental recovery…

00:17:07  |   Wed 11 Sep 2024
168. How To Cope With Negative Emotions Of Being A Dementia Caregiver

168. How To Cope With Negative Emotions Of Being A Dementia Caregiver

Is caring for a loved one with dementia weighing heavily on your emotions?

Caring for someone with dementia is one of the hardest jobs imaginable, but it's also filled with moments of love and connec…

00:15:46  |   Mon 09 Sep 2024
167. How To Decrease Dementia Overwhelm: The Caregiver Reflection Question

167. How To Decrease Dementia Overwhelm: The Caregiver Reflection Question

Imagine this: it’s three years from now, and you’re looking back at this challenging season of caregiving. Would you feel happy with the way things turned out? 
As caregivers, it’s easy to get lost i…

00:19:23  |   Fri 06 Sep 2024
166. Prevent Caregiver Burnout: How Chiropractic Care Improves Quality of Life with Dr. Ramon Pino

166. Prevent Caregiver Burnout: How Chiropractic Care Improves Quality of Life with Dr. Ramon Pino

Have you ever wondered how chiropractic care help your loved one with dementia?

Imagine this: You're a caregiver for a loved one with dementia. Your days are filled with endless tasks, emotional chal…

00:32:44  |   Wed 04 Sep 2024
165. One Grateful Dementia Caregiver's Reflection On A Labor Of Love

165. One Grateful Dementia Caregiver's Reflection On A Labor Of Love

Have you ever thought of your caregiving as a labor of love?
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00:14:14  |   Mon 02 Sep 2024
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