Helping Your Grandchildren Understand a Grandparent’s Dementia
Children are resilient. They are also curious, honest, and observant, and often, family members think a grandchild won’t notice the...
The Shepherd Encourages Us (Rev. Dr. Charley Reeb)
In one of my favorite “Peanuts” cartoons, Lucy is in her psychiatrist booth counseling Charlie Brown. He has just lost another...
The Importance of Storytelling and Dementia
Most people enjoy telling funny stories, sharing fun adventures, or reminiscing about younger days. We can select our audiences, places to...
The Shepherd Encourages Us Devotional Guide
Monday: The psalmist’s declaration of not fearing evil even in the darkest valley is a powerful statement of trust in God’s protection....
It’s Worth It! (Rev. Dr. Charley Reeb)
On this Sunday before the holiday, I have decided to take a hiatus from my series on the 23rd Psalm and go in a different direction. I will...
Using Photos to Stimulate Memories for Someone Living With Dementia
Photographs can be a powerful tool to engage someone living with dementia. Looking at photos together can create connections, strengthen...
The Shepherd Guides Us Devotional Guide
“He refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake.” Psalm 23:3 (NIV) Monday: Psalm 23 is one of the most...
The Shepherd Guides Us (Rev. Dr. Charley Reeb)
Some of you may know the name Norman Vincent Peale. He wrote the book, The Power of Positive Thinking. How many of you have ever read that...
The Shepherd Restores Us (Rev. Dr. Charley Reeb)
When Paul was a bit younger, we would watch “Peppa Pig” together. I recall one episode when Peppa discovered her shadow. She was...