Supporting Persons with Dementia During Major Weather Events
Most major weather events allow some time to prepare. Tornado preparation time may be short, but the urgent reports from the TV reporters...
Why Go to Church? (Rev. Dr. Charley Reeb)
When you drove to worship this morning, you passed by the houses of neighbors and friends who had no thought of going to church. Some were...
Do You Know the Good Samaritan? (Rev. Dr. Charley Reeb)
Some years ago, Brandy and I went snow skiing with her brother in Park City, Utah. It was beautiful. I had not been skiing since I was a...
Why Does My Loved-One Always Say No?
So often, when supporting someone living with dementia, a first response when a suggestion is given to do something is “no.” Although...
Staying Active Together
If you are supporting someone living with dementia, exercising together can improve functional independence, reduce stress, improve mood,...
Find Joy Again! (Rev. Dr. Charley Reeb)
I am about to share with you one of my most embarrassing moments. The event occurred one weekend as a teenager when my parents drove me to...
Getting In Tune Again (Rev. Dr. Charley Reeb)
Recently I read about a blue grass radio station in Missouri that received a unique phone call. The caller said to the DJ, “Hello, I am a...
Seniors, Scams and the Relationship to Dementia
Sadly, seniors are vulnerable to scams, especially financial fraud. According to the FBI, scammers target older people and successfully...
Protecting Your Loved-one from Information Overload
When you are caring for someone with a chronic illness, minimizing stress and anxiety makes for a healthier emotional environment for all....