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Helpful for those Dealing with Alzheimer's or Dementia now, or in the past . . . "Christianity and Dementia"
IBNW News - I Believe Now What ^ | March 5, 2025 | Tim

Posted on 03/06/2025 12:08:09 PM PST by Texan4Life

Watching a loved one suffer from dementia or Alzheimer's is heartbreaking, but as Christians, we can find strength, hope, and purpose in God’s Word. In this episode, we’ll discuss how to honor our loved ones even when they forget, trust God in the midst of suffering, and find encouragement as caregivers. Join me as we explore biblical wisdom, share encouragement, and remind one another that God never forgets His children.

Key Scriptures: Isaiah 46:4, Psalm 34:18, Matthew 11:28-30, Exodus 20:12, Romans 8:38-39, 2 Corinthians 4:16, Galatians 6:9

(Excerpt) Read more at youtube.com ...


TOPICS: General Discusssion
KEYWORDS: alzheimers; caregiver; dementis
I found this video helpful, encouraging, and supportive.
1 posted on 03/06/2025 12:08:09 PM PST by Texan4Life
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To: Texan4Life

I just watched the movie “Reagan” last night, and wow. Hit me right in the chest, it did. I will watch this video.


2 posted on 03/06/2025 12:10:33 PM PST by rlmorel ("A people that elect corrupt politicians are not victims...but accomplices." George Orwell)
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To: Texan4Life

I can’t view videos, but thanks for posting. Becoming mentally ill, senile, TBI.. it’s all the same... Is the most frightening challenge I ever went through and I have been through it all!

I just hope I know when I can no longer take care of myself. I’m not doing that well now.
When I have tried to talk with anyone about it, they just say, no you are fine or tell me I deserve it because I lost all faith.
At least no one has to suffer through this with me and I am thankful my children and grandchildren will never see me like this.
In 1974 I survived an auto accident that should have been fatal. Split my head open and have dealt with TBI all those years. It was so much easier when I was strong and young and bright. I faked being ok until I even believed it. They told me that I would never walk again (crushed pelvis) or be able to hold a job. I never went on welfare and until the Almeda fire, I was self sufficient,successful, everything ready for old age. I made several businesses rich. As I age, my deficits feel just like after the accident. Very confusing. Horrible pain.
I’m trying desperately to move back into town because I shouldn’t be driving. It’s so difficult to aware of your own bad condition. There is still no housing I can afford.


3 posted on 03/06/2025 12:34:24 PM PST by AuntB (Trump is our Ben Franklin - Brilliant, Boisterous, Brave and ALL AMERICAN!)
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To: Texan4Life

I once was sitting outside the geriatric psychiatrists office with my mom. There were four other caretakers sitting there with their patients, all at different stages of dementia.

One woman was sitting across from us with her mom. Her mom was agitated and the daughter was having a heck of a time keeping her seated and semi quiet.

We exchanged glances as we corralled our moms.

As she was called in, they walked by and I smiled at her. i whispered what all of had heard at one time or another, “You are doing God’s work.” I meant it sarcastically, from one knowing son to a fellow caretaker.

Without missing a beat, she said, “If I was God, I would get someone else to do this shit too!”

That kind of sums up being a dementia patient caretaker.


4 posted on 03/06/2025 1:03:05 PM PST by Vermont Lt
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To: AuntB

I am so deeply, deeply sorry. I believe in prayer and I’m lifting one up for you now. You sound like a strong person. Don’t lose hope.


5 posted on 03/06/2025 3:56:08 PM PST by freepertoo
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To: freepertoo

“I believe in prayer and I’m lifting one up for you now. You sound like a strong person. Don’t lose hope.”

You do whatever makes you feel good. You know I don’t share your faith (after 70 years of walking the talk, I realized it was all a lie.) I’m no longer strong...all you are doing is telling me how I should feel. As if I don’t hate myself enough for becoming an 85 lb shell that is isolated and can’t function or do anything right. I lost “hope” years ago. I pray for a peaceful death every day... And get ignored. I haven’t seen a familiar face or heard a familiar voice in YEARS. Since Almeda, every friend has died.
I’m mentally ill, not stupid. No one comes back from this.
Good bye.


6 posted on 03/06/2025 4:59:25 PM PST by AuntB (Trump is our Ben Franklin - Brilliant, Boisterous, Brave and ALL AMERICAN!)
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To: Texan4Life

AMEN..


7 posted on 03/06/2025 5:32:24 PM PST by californian by choice (Who are those who believe in science?)
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To: Texan4Life

AMEN..


8 posted on 03/06/2025 5:32:26 PM PST by californian by choice (Who are those who believe in science?)
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To: Texan4Life

AMEN..


9 posted on 03/06/2025 5:32:53 PM PST by californian by choice (Who are those who believe in science?)
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To: AuntB

My prayers for you the Lord blesses you in what you need.


10 posted on 03/07/2025 7:57:56 AM PST by Karliner (Heb 4:12 Rom 8:28 Rev 3, "...This is the end of the beginning." Churchill)
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To: Karliner

You pray because it makes you feel good. I don’t share your faith.


11 posted on 03/07/2025 8:24:34 AM PST by AuntB (Trump is our Ben Franklin - Brilliant, Boisterous, Brave and ALL AMERICAN!)
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To: AuntB

Okay then get stuffed.


12 posted on 03/07/2025 12:20:30 PM PST by Karliner (Heb 4:12 Rom 8:28 Rev 3, "...This is the end of the beginning." Churchill)
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To: AuntB

Listen lady, you were crying about how mentally ill you are and I was kind enough to offer a prayer for you, not for me.

You reiterated a response with derision.

How can I be the subject of your lack of faith?

please use all caps.


14 posted on 03/07/2025 2:00:14 PM PST by Karliner (Heb 4:12 Rom 8:28 Rev 3, "...This is the end of the beginning." Churchill)
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To: rlmorel

bttt


15 posted on 03/07/2025 2:09:46 PM PST by linMcHlp
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To: Texan4Life
Tomorrow I'm going to a funeral. My cousin's wife died of Alzheimer's. He's 63, she was 72.

Aaand, starting to wonder if something's up with the wife.

16 posted on 03/07/2025 3:06:35 PM PST by Lee N. Field ("And if you are Christ's, then you are Abraham's offspring, heirs according to promise" Gal 3:29)
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To: Lee N. Field

It’s Good Advice to all couples (and others) while each spouse is of sound mind, to get all those kinds of “papers” signed, legal and otherwise, in advance, to make things easier. Like Medical and Financial things.

Make copies of ALL important things like Drivers License, SS card, Medicare Card, Bank Cards. Birth Certificates.

SOME PEOPLE AS THEY GO THROUGH DEMENTIA BECOME INCREASINGLY DELUSION AND PARANOID, AND ——HIDE—— MANY THINGS THINKING SOMEONE IS TRYING TO STEAL THEM.


17 posted on 03/08/2025 12:24:57 AM PST by Texan4Life
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To: Texan4Life
SOME PEOPLE AS THEY GO THROUGH DEMENTIA BECOME INCREASINGLY DELUSION AND PARANOID, AND ——HIDE—— MANY THINGS THINKING SOMEONE IS TRYING TO STEAL THEM.

Already there. Just trying to figure out if it's unmedicated schizophrenia, or something worse.

18 posted on 03/13/2025 11:48:52 AM PDT by Lee N. Field ("And if you are Christ's, then you are Abraham's offspring, heirs according to promise" Gal 3:29)
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