As the song says, it's once again "the most wonderful time of the year" 🎄 It's an especially rich season to tap into long-term memories! Enjoy these dementia-friendly resources to serve elders, particularly those with Alzheimer's and other dementias, during the weeks leading up to Christmas. ADVENT BIBLE STUDY DISCUSSION VIDEOS Last year I recorded … Continue reading Dementia-friendly resources for every week of Advent
Category: older adults
Dementia-friendly church service: Christ the King (Service)
I'm made slight updates to this week's worship service for Christ the King Sunday, with a focus on serving others. As always, it's suitable for older adults with Alzheimer's and other dementias. I'm happy to be reminded that God's kingdom -- centered on love, sacrifice, and humble service -- stands in beautiful contrast to earthly … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Christ the King (Service)
Dementia-friendly church service: Gratitude
I made just a few small updates to this week's nondenominational worship service on gratitude, timed for Thanksgiving. I've found that practicing gratitude makes a huge difference in my mood -- I hope that proves true for you and your elders, too. As always, this service is suitable for older adults with Alzheimer's and other … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Gratitude
NEW! Short Bible Devotionals: A Moment of Truth
I'm excited to announce a new video offering for elders with dementia: short (7-8 minute) scripture devotionals! I'm calling these short videos A Moment of Truth. Check out the first two, now on the Spiritual Eldercare YouTube channel: Rejoice and pray: Philippians 4:4-7. How do we focus on God and keep from being anxious? Heaven: … Continue reading NEW! Short Bible Devotionals: A Moment of Truth
Dementia-friend church service: Honor
I made a few adjustments to this week's nondenominational worship service on honor, timed for U.S. Veterans Day or Remembrance Day. As we honor our vets, this service lifts the ideal that we honor all people as image bearers of God. As always, the service is suitable for older adults with Alzheimer's and other dementias. … Continue reading Dementia-friend church service: Honor
