Just when you think Covid-19 couldn't get any more heartbreaking, recently I received this note from a reader. I've changed details to preserve privacy. "My aunt was just moved to a memory care facility 10 days ago. Her younger sister died in December of Covid-19, possibly because of exposure to my aunt. My question is: … Continue reading “Should I lie to my loved one with dementia?”
Due to an unexpected tragedy, I won't be able to create a new worship service video this week. My apologies for any inconvenience. To provide a nondenominational church service for the elders in your care this week, may I suggest replaying one of my earlier videos. Some options include services with these themes: Mercy (first … Continue reading This week’s videos: two worship hymns with lyrics
I always enjoy making these worship service videos, but this week's church video was particularly fun to put together. It's on the theme of beauty, so I get to reflect on and show off some of my favorite types of beauty. As usual the worship service is suitable for seniors with Alzheimer's and other dementias. … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: beauty
Like most people, I'm grieving the events of the past week. And I struggled with how to put together a worship service that honors and balances the spiritual needs of those who are living with dementia -- my primary audience -- with the feelings of any seniors who are aware of what's happening. This week's … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Justice
Following the traditional church calendar, this week's nondenominational church service for seniors is on the theme of baptism and water. As usual, the theme and format are designed for elders with Alzheimer's and other dementias -- but also as usual, the worship service is suitable for anyone. It's a welcome reminder of the refreshment and … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Water and baptism
