This week, I'm truly honored to be a guest on the BEMA podcast. About a month ago, I had a terrific conversation with BEMA co-hosts Brent Billings and Elle Grover Fricks about my work with elders with dementia, my convictions about the value of people living with dementia, and how others can get involved in … Continue reading BEMA podcast with Spiritual Eldercare
The Advent season is upon us! Advent (from the Latin "adventus," meaning coming or arrival) is a beautiful time of preparation, remembrance, and anticipation, as believers in Jesus consider his birth as Immanuel, God With Us, and his promised Second Advent as the King of Glory. The first Advent theme is Hope. I've slightly updated … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Advent 1, Hope
Happy day after Thanksgiving! I am so thankful for you and everyone who loves and cares for elders, especially those living with dementia. In the liturgical calendar, Christ the King Sunday is celebrated this week. The day was established in 1925 largely due to the witness of the Catholic Church in Mexico, which withstood pressure … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Christ the King Sunday (Serving Others)
Advent, the four weeks leading up to Christmas, is a particularly rich and beautiful time for Bible reflections with elders, including those with Alzheimer's and other dementias. I've created numerous Advent resources for seniors with dementia, so use whatever works best for you and your residents or loved ones. New! Advent Bible Study Discussion Videos … Continue reading Advent Bible studies, devotions, and activities for seniors
This week's updated nondenominational worship service video focuses on gratitude, as a natural tie-in to the celebration of Thanksgiving. The older I get, the more I find I rely on gratitude to help me keep things in perspective! As always, this service is suitable for older adults with Alzheimer's and other dementias. Watch the 44-minute … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Gratitude (Thanksgiving)
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