Dementia Caregiver Support for Christians: Tips for Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregivers to Manage Stress, Prevent Burnout & Handle Difficult Behaviors

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Are You a Christian Caregiver Overwhelmed by Dementia or Alzheimer’s? Find Faith-Based Support and Real Solutions. Dementia caregiving is overwhelming, exhausting, and emotionally draining—but you don’t have to figure it out alone. If you’re struggling with caregiver stress, burnout, difficult dementia behaviors, family conflict, or making major care decisions, this podcast equips you with practical, faith-driven strategies to make dementia care easier, less stressful, and more peaceful. This podcast is for Christian spouses, adult children, and family caregivers looking for real answers to their biggest caregiving challenges. Whether you’re dealing with aggression, sundowning, resistance to care, or navigating end-of-life decisions, you’ll gain clear solutions, expert insights, and the support you need to approach caregiving with confidence. Answering Your Most Pressing Dementia Caregiving Questions: ✅ How can I survive dementia caregiving without burnout? ✅ What does dementia caregiving look like from a Christian perspective? ✅ How do I handle aggressive dementia behaviors like hitting, yelling, or refusing care? ✅ What causes sundowning, and how do I stop it? ✅ When is it time for a memory care home? How do I make the right decision? ✅ How can I help my loved one who refuses care? ✅ Why do people with dementia repeat themselves, and how do I stay patient? ✅ How do I know if I’m making the right caregiving decisions? ✅ What are the stages of Alzheimer’s disease, and how can I prepare? ✅ How can I balance self-care and caregiving without guilt? Why Christian Dementia Caregiving is Different Unlike general dementia caregiving podcasts, this show integrates Biblical wisdom into every conversation, helping you find strength and peace even in the hardest seasons. If you’ve ever asked, “Where is God in this?”, you’ll find practical, faith-based guidance to navigate the emotional, physical, and spiritual challenges of caregiving. This podcast will help you: ✔️ Find peace and purpose in your caregiving journey ✔️ Cope with stress and burnout using faith-driven techniques ✔️ Prepare for every stage of dementia with confidence ✔️ Make tough caregiving decisions with clarity and spiritual wisdom Join Our Caregiver Community Caregiving doesn’t have to be lonely. Join our free caregiver community, get access to workshops, and find the encouragement you need to make dementia caregiving easier and more sustainable. 🔹 Subscribe & Listen Now for weekly episodes with insights, strategies, and real solutions to make dementia caregiving less stressful. 🔹 Get Free Caregiver Resources & Support: ThinkDifferentDementia.com 📧 Email: lizette@thinkdifferentdementia.com 🙏 May the Lord bless and keep you, and see you in the next episode.

Episodes

Wednesday Oct 23, 2024

187. How To Prepare For Dementia Care: Resources For Caregivers

Wednesday Oct 23, 2024

Preparing for Dementia Care: What every caregiver needs to know

Are you ready for the challenges of dementia caregiving?

We explore the critical steps to take as you begin your journey as a caregiver for a loved one with dementia. From early signs of dementia to long-term planning, this episode offers practical advice for every stage of caregiving.

Caregivers are encouraged to start planning for the future—both for their loved one and themselves. Knowing that dementia will eventually require 24-hour care is key to preparing for what’s to come.

Additionally, caregivers should think about life after caregiving and consider how they want to maintain relationships, health, and personal goals beyond their caregiving role.

Are you prepared for the future, both during and after your caregiving journey?

Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
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Monday Oct 21, 2024

186. How To Best Manage Finances in Dementia: Resources For Caregivers With Justin Chastain

Monday Oct 21, 2024

Are you a dementia caregiver struggling to balance finances while providing care for your loved one?

We welcome Justin Chastain, a financial planner from Parallel Financial (https://www.parallelfinancial.com), to discuss the essential steps caregivers can take to manage their finances and secure their future.

Many caregivers are thrown into their roles unexpectedly, often without having planned for the financial toll caregiving can take.
Justin shares his personal story of losing his mother, which inspired him to help others avoid the stress and anxiety that come from financial uncertainty.

In this episode, Justin emphasizes that it's never too late to start planning, whether you’re already a caregiver or preparing for the possibility.
With proper financial planning, caregivers can ensure they’re prepared for the costs of long-term care, medical bills, and unexpected expenses that come with dementia caregiving.

Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
Take Our FREE Caregiver Stress Assessment Today!
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/quiz

Join the FREE Dementia Caregiver Support Facebook Group today for more support:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1301886810018410

Friday Oct 18, 2024

185. How To Best Manage Repetitive Dementia Care Tasks: Resources For Caregivers

Friday Oct 18, 2024

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the repetitive tasks involved in dementia caregiving? From answering the same questions to managing daily routines, it can feel like you’re stuck in an endless loop of caregiving duties.

One of the most challenging aspects of dementia caregiving is the emotional toll of dealing with repetitive behaviors.

Whether it’s answering the same question over and over or assisting with daily tasks like bathing and dressing, these routines can become exhausting. This constant repetition often leads caregivers to feel frustrated and even burnt out.

Lizette provides practical solutions for managing the repetitive tasks and emotional challenges of dementia caregiving. By simplifying routines, using technology, and responding with grace, you can reduce the mental load and improve your caregiving experience.

Remember, you don’t have to do it all perfectly—you just need to take small steps to make caregiving a little easier each day.

Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
Take Our FREE Caregiver Stress Assessment Today!
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/quiz

Join the FREE Dementia Caregiver Support Facebook Group today for more support:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1301886810018410

Wednesday Oct 16, 2024

184. How To Best Manage Delirium In Alzheimers: Resources For Caregivers

Wednesday Oct 16, 2024

Have you ever noticed a sudden, dramatic shift in your loved one with dementia?
Maybe they recognized you yesterday, but today they don’t know who you are. This sudden confusion can be terrifying for both you and the person with dementia.

In this episode, we focus on understanding and managing delirium in Alzheimer’s, giving caregivers essential tools to handle these unexpected changes with confidence and calm.

The final piece of advice from this episode is to stay calm and compassionate during an episode of delirium. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, especially when a loved one no longer recognizes you.

However, keeping your emotions in check will help your loved one feel safer and more grounded. After the episode passes, it’s important to reflect on what happened, learn from the experience, and adjust your caregiving strategies going forward.

This episode offers a wealth of insight into managing delirium in Alzheimer’s care. By understanding the causes of delirium, using the PEACE framework, and advocating for your loved one, you can navigate these sudden, frightening changes with more confidence.

Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
Take Our FREE Caregiver Stress Assessment Today!
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/quiz

Join the FREE Dementia Caregiver Support Facebook Group today for more support:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1301886810018410

Monday Oct 14, 2024

183. Reflections On Hurricane Helene And Its Impact When Dementia Caregiving

Monday Oct 14, 2024

Have you ever thought about how an unexpected emergency, like a hurricane, could impact your caregiving duties? In this episode, we reflect on the lessons learned from Hurricane Helene and how to prepare as a caregiver when disaster strikes.

This episode offers personal insights, practical advice, and faith-based encouragement for caregivers dealing with crisis situations.

This episode also offers spiritual encouragement, reminding caregivers that God is present even in the storms.

Lizette reflects on Job 37:9-13, which speaks to God’s control over the natural elements. This offers hope and perspective, helping caregivers remember that they are not alone in facing these challenges.

Are you prepared for an emergency as a dementia caregiver? This episode offers valuable insights on how to be ready, both practically and emotionally, for whatever may come.

Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
Take Our FREE Caregiver Stress Assessment Today!
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/quiz

Join the Christian Dementia Caregiving Facebook Group today for more support:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1301886810018410

Friday Oct 11, 2024

182. Rethinking Challenging Behaviors in Dementia Care: How to Respond Effectively

Friday Oct 11, 2024

Are you frustrated by the so-called “challenging behaviors” of your loved one with dementia? You’re not alone. In this episode, we take a deep look at what we often label as “challenging behaviors” and how to approach them in a way that truly helps your loved one.

This episode explores how changing our perspective can reduce frustrations and create a calmer caregiving environment. If you’re struggling to understand your loved one’s actions, this episode will give you a new lens to see things differently.

Ready to change how you see challenging behaviors? Tune in to this episode for a deeper dive into these strategies and practical advice for more peaceful dementia caregiving.

Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
Take Our FREE Caregiver Stress Assessment Today!
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/quiz

Join the Christian Dementia Caregiving Facebook Group today for more support:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1301886810018410

Wednesday Oct 09, 2024

181. How to Avoid Burnout in Dementia Caregiving: 5 Essential Strategies For Caregivers

Wednesday Oct 09, 2024

Feeling overwhelmed by caregiving duties? You’re not alone.

In this episode, we explore ways to reduce stress and avoid burnout in dementia caregiving. The discussion covers the common sources of stress caregivers face and offers practical strategies for finding relief.

If you’re a caregiver struggling to keep up, this episode provides real solutions to help you cope.

Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
Take Our FREE Caregiver Stress Assessment Today!
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/quiz

Join the Christian Dementia Caregiving Facebook Group today for more support:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1301886810018410

Monday Oct 07, 2024

180. Breaking the Cycle of Therapeutic Lying: A New Caregiving Method

Monday Oct 07, 2024

Have you ever felt conflicted about using therapeutic lying while caring for a loved one with dementia? It’s a technique widely taught, but for many Christian caregivers, the idea of lying—no matter how well-intentioned—can feel wrong.

In this episode, we explore a powerful alternative: therapeutic truth-telling.

We delve into how caregivers can uphold their values while still providing compassionate and effective care for their loved ones. If you're seeking a way to care for someone with dementia without compromising on your principles, this episode is for you.

Are you ready to try therapeutic truth-telling in your caregiving journey? This episode offers a compassionate, values-driven approach to dementia care that aligns with your faith and builds stronger relationships with your loved one.

Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
Take Our FREE Caregiver Stress Assessment Today!
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/quiz

Join the Christian Dementia Caregiving Facebook Group today for more support:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1301886810018410

Friday Oct 04, 2024

179. How To Best Manage Family Dynamics: Resources For Dementia Caregivers

Friday Oct 04, 2024

Are you struggling to manage family relationships while caregiving for a loved one with dementia?

This episode offers practical insights into dealing with difficult family dynamics that often arise in dementia caregiving. Whether it’s resentment, conflict, or the pressures of a multi-generational household, this episode breaks down some of the biggest challenges—and offers hope for navigating them successfully.

Whether it's finding additional help, planning respite time, or managing family conflicts, having a plan in place ensures you can navigate this journey with less stress and more peace.

Are you ready to take control of your caregiving journey? This episode offers real strategies to help you manage family dynamics while caring for a loved one with dementia.

Listen now and discover ways to create a healthier, more balanced caregiving experience.

Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
Take Our FREE Caregiver Stress Assessment Today!
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/quiz

Join the Christian Dementia Caregiving Facebook Group today for more support:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1301886810018410

Wednesday Oct 02, 2024

178. How To Best Manage Challenging Behaviors: Resources For Dementia Caregivers

Wednesday Oct 02, 2024

Are you struggling with challenging behaviors in your loved one with dementia? You’re not alone. Many caregivers face the frustration of trying to understand and manage unpredictable behaviors.

In this episode, we tackle these common caregiving challenges with practical advice and biblical encouragement. Let’s break down some key questions about managing these difficult moments.

A common concern for caregivers is understanding what to expect as dementia progresses. The truth is, a person’s behavior during dementia is often a magnification of their pre-existing traits.

If your loved one was anxious before, their anxiety may increase. If they were calm, they may remain relatively peaceful until the later stages.

What many don’t realize is that dementia follows a backward progression, known as retrogenesis, where individuals slowly lose the abilities they gained in early life.

By seeing dementia as a reverse developmental process, caregivers can begin to anticipate changes and prepare for the future.

Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
Take Our FREE Caregiver Stress Assessment Today!
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/quiz

Join the Christian Dementia Caregiving Facebook Group today for more support:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1301886810018410

It's time to chose ease...

Are you a family caregiver who is dealing with dementia in your life and you feel overwhelmed with the never-ending challenges you face, and don’t know where to turn for help?

Are you searching for answers to your questions about dementia, joining countless Facebook groups but find them toxic and a waste of your precious time?

Do you want to face your dementia caregiving journey in a proactive way, but feel confused about where to even start?

Are you juggling your marriage, your kids, your work, your faith and your loved one’s life and still feel like you are letting everyone down?

Learning the skills you need to simplify your dementia caregiving may seem hard.

But not learning the skills you need to simplify your dementia caregiving journey will be even harder.

It is time to choose your “hard”.

The choice is 100% yours.

I know what I chose: I chose to have ease in my dementia caregiving journey.

Hey, Dementia Success Seeker!

I’m Lizette Cloete. 30 + year veteran occupational therapist turned into a dementia educator, coach and consultant and I am a daughter of dementia.

In this podcast you will learn the truth that the only way to increase the ease of your dementia caregiving journey rests squarely in YOUR hands.

The way you actively prepare and what you believe about dementia caregiving makes all the difference.

>>>You will gain the practical skills you need to simplify care.

>>>You will be challenged by what it means to be a successful caregiver, teaching you to harness the power of the most powerful caregiving tool that you have: your mindset.

>>>And you will learn exactly what dementia is (and is not), how dementia changes the brain and what you can expect next in your dementia caregiving journey.

You will find a community of like minded family caregivers, helping someone with dementia and you will not be alone anymore.

My mission is to help the unsung heroes who are in the midst of dementia caregiving, with the skills to simplify your dementia care journey so that you don’t feel overwhelmed and burn out.

I help you find clarity and certainty using the latest evidence based research, so you have perseverance for this marathon.

I approach dementia caregiving using faith informed principles that allow you to navigate this journey with peace of mind.

So, warm up your coffee, grab a notebook and pen and be ready to be a Dementia Success Seeker.

It’s time to choose your easy.