This week, I filmed a new version of the nondenominational worship service on lament. As always, the service is suitable for older adults with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.
Watch the 46-minute church service on lament here.
And here’s the written agenda for lament.
One explanatory note: I create these services first and foremost for people living with dementia. I never mention specific current events, which can upset them with news they are unable to process in their current reality.
Grief, while universal and understood by people with dementia, can be triggering, so in this service I intentionally focus is on the positive: that God is good and is working to redeem. I know there is so, so much more we as believers can and should do when grievous events happen, including to vote, protest, work to build bridges and heal hostilities.
I hope this service on lament serves you and the elders in your care in a hopeful, helpful way.
Peace be with you,
Photo by Claire Kelly on Unsplash
Spiritual Eldercare 
Thank you Elisa, Your services are so special and sensitive and uplifting. The Loyalty service with the photo’s of dogs two weeks ago brought some big smiles and was loved by our residents. Each week is special and we have residents who arrive 30 mins early because they want to get a good seat. Kind regards, SallyLifestyle / Activity Assistant
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I want to thank you for the wonderful church service ideas on your website for those with dementia. We had our first monthly service at an assisted living facility yesterday, and between your suggestions and songs/hymns and the other person’s ideas, we had a fantastic success. I felt so wonderful when we left. The service was only 30 minutes, but people came a half hour before, and a few stayed to visit afterward. I’m so glad I clicked your website.
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