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    116. What You Need To Be A Good Christian Steward Of A Dementia Caregiving Journey

    116. What You Need To Be A Good Christian Steward Of A Dementia Caregiving Journey

    FromDementia Caregiving for Families: Tips for Christian Caregivers, Alzheimer’s Caregiving, Challenging Dementia Behaviors and Caregiver Stress Management

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    116. What You Need To Be A Good Christian Steward Of A Dementia Caregiving Journey

    FromDementia Caregiving for Families: Tips for Christian Caregivers, Alzheimer’s Caregiving, Challenging Dementia Behaviors and Caregiver Stress Management

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    Length:
    28 minutes
    Released:
    May 10, 2024
    Format:
    Podcast episode

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    What on earth does the commandment honor your father and mother have to do with being a good steward in a dementia caregiving journey? 
    I invite you to listen to this episode, what do you need to be a good steward of a dementia caregiving journey to find out how I go from honoring your father and your mother to stewardship.
     
    Caring for a loved one with dementia is a profound journey that tests both the heart and spirit. As a caregiver, have you considered how your faith shapes your caregiving duties? This essential perspective can transform the often overwhelming task of dementia caregiving into a fulfilling act of love and stewardship.
     
    0:33 Discovering a Loved One's Dementia Diagnosis
    2:01 Defining Stewardship in Dementia Care
    7:19 The Connection Between Honor and Stewardship
    13:21 Warning Against Neglecting Self-Care
    14:05 Importance of Prioritizing Caregiver Health
    23:39 Utilizing Resources Effectively in Caregiving
     
     
    Caregiving in the context of dementia can be challenging but approaching it as a stewardship can bring immense spiritual fulfillment. By integrating your faith and practical strategies, you can provide compassionate care while honoring God and maintaining your well-being. 
     
    Remember, you are not alone in this journey—support and resources are available to help you navigate these challenging waters with grace and strength.
     
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    Released:
    May 10, 2024
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    Are you a family caregiver who is dealing with Alzheimer’s or 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 increase my 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 caregiving. ＞＞＞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 Alzheimer’s and dementia is (and is not), how this 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, buckle up your coffee, grab a notebook and pen and be ready to be a Courageous Caregiver. It’s time to choose your easy.