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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: lizette@thinkdifferentdementia.com 🙏 May the Lord bless and keep you—and I’ll see you in the next episode.
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Friday Jun 27, 2025
Friday Jun 27, 2025
Linda reheats her coffee three times; John skips lunch again; Maria hasn’t opened her Bible in a week because the pillbox, insurance forms, and laundry shout louder. Episode 263 meets caregivers right there—in the blur of unfinished tasks—and offers a compass: the 4D Method™ (Do, Delay, Delete, Delegate).
The Wake-Up Statistic
Lizette reminds us that 30 percent of caregivers die before the one they serve. That sobering number reframes stewardship from “extra credit” to “critical obedience.” God has entrusted us with two lives—our loved ones’ and our own.
1️⃣ DO—The Non-Negotiables
• Daily meds
• Essential hygiene
• Prayer and Scripture (your lifeline)
When time is short, choose what only you can do and what God explicitly commands.
2️⃣ DELAY—Good, Not Urgent
The attic purge can wait. Christmas cards can become New Year notes. Proverbs 16 : 9 allows margin: “The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.”
3️⃣ DELETE—When “Yes” Steals Shalom
Lizette pauses hospitality ministry and nursery duty—without guilt—because stewardship changes with seasons. Jesus didn’t heal every leper in Galilee; neither must you chair every committee.
4️⃣ DELEGATE—A Biblical Example
Early church leaders appointed deacons so they could focus on prayer and the Word (Acts 6). Likewise, hiring a housekeeper or asking a church teen to mow the lawn is not extravagance; it’s aligning roles with reality.
The Question That Guides the 4D Choices
“Let’s say it is six months from today and your caregiving journey is easier. What does that look like for you?”
Heaven-breathed clarity flows from that unchanged question. Easier might mean:
• One regular respite weekend booked
• Budget set aside for meal kits
• A guilt-free afternoon nap each Sunday
Guilt Is a False Prophet
Guilt says, “If you love them, you’ll do it all.” The Gospel says, “Christ already did it all.” Romans 8 : 1 silences the accuser: “There is therefore now no condemnation.”
Your 24-Hour Assignment
Write today’s task list.
Mark each item Do, Delay, Delete, or Delegate.
Share one Delegate with a friend, spouse, or church deacon before bedtime.
Faithful stewardship isn’t heroic multitasking; it’s humble obedience. The 4D Method™ simply turns that obedience into a daily rhythm—so when caregiving ends, you’ll still have energy, resources, and worship left for the chapter God writes next.
“Teach us to number our days…”—and to steward them, too.
💬 What Do I Say When Dementia Makes Words Hard?
✝️ Speak Calm, Not Just Words
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✅ 10 ready-to-use scripts
✅ Rooted in Scripture
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🤝 You Don’t Have to Do This Alone
Join other Christian caregivers who are walking this road too — and learning how to care with compassion, clarity, and faith.
👥 Join the free Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dementiacaregiversupportforchristians
🗣️ Ask Your Question Live — and Be Heard
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🧭 Still Feeling Stuck?
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