Dementia Caregiver Support for Christians: Tips for Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregivers to Manage Stress, Prevent Burnout & Handle Difficult Behaviors
Are You a Christian Family Caregiver Feeling Worn Thin by Dementia or Alzheimer’s?
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure this out by yourself.
Welcome to Dementia Caregiver Support for Christians, the podcast that helps you stop reacting in crisis and start stewarding this season with clarity, calm, and Christ-centered care.
Whether you’re a spouse, adult child, or family member trying to walk this journey faithfully, this show meets you at the intersection of practical dementia guidance and biblical encouragement—so you can care for your loved one without losing yourself, your marriage, or your mind.
Here, we answer the questions Christian caregivers are actually asking:
✅ What are the stages of Alzheimer’s disease, and how can I prepare for each stage as a caregiver?
✅ How do I survive dementia caregiving without burnout?
✅ How do I handle aggressive or challenging dementia behaviors – like hitting, yelling, or refusing care?
✅ What is sundowning and how can I manage it?
✅ When is it time to move my loved one to a memory care facility or nursing home?
✅ Why does my loved one with dementia keep asking the same questions repeatedly, and how should I respond?
✅ How can I get my loved one with dementia to bathe or maintain hygiene when they resist?
✅ How do I prevent my loved one from wandering or getting lost?
✅ How do I balance caring for my loved one and other responsibilities (kids, job, spouse) without feeling guilty?
✅ What does dementia caregiving look like from a Christian perspective?
✅ How can I maintain my faith and trust in God while caring for someone with dementia?
✅ Why would God allow my loved one to suffer from Alzheimer’s?
✅ How can I cope with caregiver guilt as a Christian?
✅ What does the Bible say about honoring and caring for elderly parents with dementia?
✅ How do I care for my parent with dementia without losing my marriage?
This podcast isn’t just about surviving—it’s about stewarding.
Because caregiving isn’t a detour from your life. It’s part of your calling.
Each episode offers:
✔️ Biblical clarity in the middle of emotional fog
✔️ Practical, research-informed strategies you can actually use
✔️ Guidance that honors your loved one and protects your most important relationships
✔️ Peace of mind that you’re not walking this road alone
You won’t find sugarcoating here. You’ll find real help, thoughtful reflection, and truth rooted in Scripture—spoken plainly, practically, and with care.
🎧 Subscribe now to Dementia Caregiver Support for Christians and take the next faithful step forward—with peace, purpose, and a voice you can trust.
📍 Find free resources and tools at: ThinkDifferentDementia.com
📧 Email: lizette@thinkdifferentdementia.com
🙏 May the Lord bless and keep you—and I’ll see you in the next episode.
Latest episodes
Feb 25, 2025 • 11min
228. How to Finally Get the Sleep and Dementia Caregiver Support You Need So You Don't Burn Out
Caregiving for a loved one with dementia is physically and emotionally draining. Many caregivers reach the end of the day utterly exhausted, yet still find themselves staying up late just to enjoy a little peace and quiet.
But when rest feels out of reach, how do you reclaim it without guilt?
Lizette walks us through a coaching session with Irene, a dedicated caregiver for her husband, and uncover why rest isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity.
Caregiving is a marathon, not a sprint—and taking care of yourself ensures you can care for your loved one for the long run.
Many caregivers hesitate to ask for help or prioritize their own well-being.
But rest isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessary part of serving well.
Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
Take Our FREE Caregiver Stress Assessment Today!
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/quiz
Join our monthly free workshop "How To Immediately Reduce Dementia Caregiver Overwhelm and Stress In 3 Easy Steps"
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/wsl
Join the FREE Dementia Caregiver Support Facebook Group today for more support:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/dementiacaregiversupportforchristians
Are You A Christian Dementia Caregiver Struggling To Cope With Caregiving?
Join the FREE "Ask the Dementia Coach" Monthly Meet Up! And be on the podcast, get support and your questions answered.
https://dementiacaregivingmadeeasy.com/ask
Enjoy our podcast? Please take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify —it really supports our show!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-caregiver-support-for-christians-conversations/id1716187550
Feb 21, 2025 • 20min
227. How to Prioritize in Dementia Caregiving: The 4D Method to Reduce Stress
The 4 D’s of Dementia Caregiving: Do, Delay, Delegate, or Delete
Dementia caregiving can feel like juggling too many responsibilities at once. The pressure to do everything can lead to stress, exhaustion, and burnout.
But what if there was a way to simplify your caregiving responsibilities and focus on what truly matters?
Lizette introduces the 4 D’s framework—a practical method to help caregivers prioritize tasks and lighten their load.
Dementia caregiving is overwhelming, but you don’t have to carry it all alone. By using the 4 D’s—Do, Delay, Delegate, Delete—you can create balance, reduce stress, and focus on what truly matters.
Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
Take Our FREE Caregiver Stress Assessment Today!
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/quiz
Join our monthly free workshop "How To Immediately Reduce Dementia Caregiver Overwhelm and Stress In 3 Easy Steps"
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/wsl
Join the FREE Dementia Caregiver Support Facebook Group today for more support:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/dementiacaregiversupportforchristians
Are You A Christian Dementia Caregiver Struggling To Cope With Caregiving?
Join the FREE "Ask the Dementia Coach" Monthly Meet Up! And be on the podcast, get support and your questions answered.
https://dementiacaregivingmadeeasy.com/ask
Enjoy our podcast? Please take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify —it really supports our show!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-caregiver-support-for-christians-conversations/id1716187550
Feb 18, 2025 • 13min
226. Frustrated With Repeating Yourself? Here’s How To Bring Calm To Caregiving
One of the hardest realities of dementia caregiving is realizing that logic doesn’t work. No matter how many times you explain, reason, or correct—your loved one’s brain processes information differently.
So how do you handle repetitive questions, confusion, and nighttime anxiety without frustration?
Today we explore how shifting your approach can bring more peace into your caregiving journey.
Dementia caregiving isn’t about fixing your loved one’s thinking—it’s about meeting them where they are. By shifting your responses, you’ll create a more peaceful caregiving experience for both of you.
Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
Take Our FREE Caregiver Stress Assessment Today!
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/quiz
Join our monthly free workshop "How To Immediately Reduce Dementia Caregiver Overwhelm and Stress In 3 Easy Steps"
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/wsl
Join the FREE Dementia Caregiver Support Facebook Group today for more support:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/dementiacaregiversupportforchristians
Are You A Christian Dementia Caregiver Struggling To Cope With Caregiving?
Join the FREE "Ask the Dementia Coach" Monthly Meet Up! And be on the podcast, get support and your questions answered.
https://dementiacaregivingmadeeasy.com/ask
Enjoy our podcast? Please take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify —it really supports our show!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-caregiver-support-for-christians-conversations/id1716187550
Feb 14, 2025 • 19min
225. What You Need To Know About Dementia Caregiver Guilt: It's Not Your Fault
Dementia caregiving is not something anyone asks for, yet many caregivers find themselves in the role unexpectedly. Whether you're a spouse, an adult child, or a family member stepping in, the truth is clear: you didn’t cause your loved one’s dementia, but now it is your reality.
Today we unpack the emotions, struggles, and faith-based encouragement caregivers need to move forward with clarity, confidence, and grace.
You didn’t cause dementia, but now that it’s here, you have a choice:
Will you face it with fear, or will you walk forward with faith and wisdom?
Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
Take Our FREE Caregiver Stress Assessment Today!
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/quiz
Join our monthly free workshop "How To Immediately Reduce Dementia Caregiver Overwhelm and Stress In 3 Easy Steps"
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/wsl
Join the FREE Dementia Caregiver Support Facebook Group today for more support:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/dementiacaregiversupportforchristians
Are You A Christian Dementia Caregiver Struggling To Cope With Caregiving?
Join the FREE "Ask the Dementia Coach" Monthly Meet Up! And be on the podcast, get support and your questions answered.
https://dementiacaregivingmadeeasy.com/ask
Enjoy our podcast? Please take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify —it really supports our show!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-caregiver-support-for-christians-conversations/id1716187550
Feb 11, 2025 • 13min
224. How To Let Go Of Dementia Caregiver Guilt and Shame
Dementia caregiving is a journey filled with uncertainty, emotional highs and lows, and overwhelming moments. But what if you could recognize patterns and respond with confidence instead of frustration?
Today we explore a live coaching session where a caregiver learns how to manage emotional struggles, reduce stress, and approach caregiving with faith and practical strategies.
A key takeaway from this episode is the importance of not being too hard on yourself. You are showing up, learning, and doing your best—and that matters.
Remember:
🙏 God equips you for this journey, even when you feel unprepared.
🙏 You don’t have to be perfect; you just have to be present.
🙏 Your loved one’s reactions are not a reflection of your failure—they are part of the disease.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by caregiving, you are not alone.
By using tools like the PEACE Framework, recognizing patterns, and leaning on faith and community, you can find peace in the chaos.
Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
Take Our FREE Caregiver Stress Assessment Today!
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/quiz
Join our monthly free workshop "How To Immediately Reduce Dementia Caregiver Overwhelm and Stress In 3 Easy Steps"
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/wsl
Join the FREE Dementia Caregiver Support Facebook Group today for more support:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/dementiacaregiversupportforchristians
Are You A Christian Dementia Caregiver Struggling To Cope With Caregiving?
Join the FREE "Ask the Dementia Coach" Monthly Meet Up! And be on the podcast, get support and your questions answered.
https://dementiacaregivingmadeeasy.com/ask
Enjoy our podcast? Please take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify —it really supports our show!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-caregiver-support-for-christians-conversations/id1716187550
Feb 7, 2025 • 17min
223. What You Need To Know About Dying With Dementia
Dementia is often described as a long goodbye—an extended separation that slowly takes away the person we love. But as Christians, we know that death, even with dementia, is not the final word.
Today we explore what Scripture says about death, suffering, and the eternal hope we have through Christ.
The good news? Death doesn’t win.
If your loved one is a believer, you will be reunited in eternity—fully restored and whole in Christ.
Are you feeling weighed down by the reality of dementia and death?
Remember:
🔹 Dementia is not the worst thing that can happen—eternal separation from God is.
🔹 Your loved one’s soul is secure in Christ, even when their memory fades.
🔹 You are not alone—God has not left you without hope or help.
Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
Take Our FREE Caregiver Stress Assessment Today!
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/quiz
Join our monthly free workshop "How To Immediately Reduce Dementia Caregiver Overwhelm and Stress In 3 Easy Steps"
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/wsl
Join the FREE Dementia Caregiver Support Facebook Group today for more support:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/dementiacaregiversupportforchristians
Are You A Christian Dementia Caregiver Struggling To Cope With Caregiving?
Join the FREE "Ask the Dementia Coach" Monthly Meet Up! And be on the podcast, get support and your questions answered.
https://dementiacaregivingmadeeasy.com/ask
Enjoy our podcast? Please take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify —it really supports our show!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-caregiver-support-for-christians-conversations/id1716187550
Feb 4, 2025 • 14min
222. Caring Out Of Obligation? How To Set Boundaries Without Guilt
What happens when you’re caring for someone who isn’t your responsibility? For many caregivers, the role wasn’t something they planned—it was something they stepped into out of love, obligation, or necessity.
But when does helping become a burden that affects your own well-being? In this episode, we explore how to set boundaries, find alternative solutions, and release the weight of caregiving without abandoning the commitment to care.
As Christian caregivers, we are called to serve with love—but serving does not mean sacrificing everything. Setting boundaries is not selfish; it is wise stewardship of your time, energy, and resources.
Candice’s story is a reminder that sometimes, loving someone means ensuring they get the right care—even if that care doesn’t come directly from you.
Ever Wonder How To Know What Is Causing Your Caregiver Stress?
Take Our FREE Caregiver Stress Assessment Today!
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/quiz
Join our monthly free workshop "How To Immediately Reduce Dementia Caregiver Overwhelm and Stress In 3 Easy Steps"
https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/wsl
Join the FREE Dementia Caregiver Support Facebook Group today for more support:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/dementiacaregiversupportforchristians
Are You A Christian Dementia Caregiver Struggling To Cope With Caregiving?
Join the FREE "Ask the Dementia Coach" Monthly Meet Up! And be on the podcast, get support and your questions answered.
https://dementiacaregivingmadeeasy.com/ask
Enjoy our podcast? Please take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify —it really supports our show!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-caregiver-support-for-christians-conversations/id1716187550
Jan 31, 2025 • 15min
221. What Siblings Of A Person With Dementia Need To Know To Be Helpful
Stepping in to help a loved one with dementia isn’t always straightforward—especially when you’re supporting a brother-in-law, a sister, or another relative without being their primary caregiver.
How do you offer real, meaningful help without overstepping?
We explore how caregivers can navigate complex family dynamics while providing essential support with wisdom and faith.
Family caregiving comes with emotional weight, but trusting God’s guidance can bring clarity. Instead of stressing over things outside of your control, focus on where you can serve with wisdom and love.
This episode reminds caregivers that God calls us to both help and set healthy boundaries, ensuring we don’t carry burdens we were never meant to bear alone.
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/dementiacaregiversupportforchristians
Are You A Christian Dementia Caregiver Struggling To Cope With Caregiving?
Join the FREE "Ask the Dementia Coach" Monthly Meet Up! And be on the podcast, get support and your questions answered.
https://thinkdifferentdementia.com/ask
Enjoy our podcast? Please take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify —it really supports our show!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-caregiver-support-for-christians-conversations/id1716187550
Jan 28, 2025 • 25min
220. When Family Isn't On The Same Page In Dementia Caregiving: A Unique Perspective You Need to Know
Caring for a loved one with dementia is already challenging, but what happens when family members don’t agree on the best approach? Disagreements over care responsibilities, living arrangements, and medical decisions can cause stress and frustration.
In this episode, we explore how to navigate family conflicts, communicate effectively, and find peace in difficult caregiving decisions.
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/dementiacaregiversupportforchristians
Are You A Christian Dementia Caregiver Struggling To Cope With Caregiving?
Join the FREE "Ask the Dementia Coach" Monthly Meet Up! And be on the podcast, get support and your questions answered.
https://dementiacaregivingmadeeasy.com/ask
Enjoy our podcast? Please take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify —it really supports our show!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-caregiver-support-for-christians-conversations/id1716187550
Jan 24, 2025 • 10min
219. Fundamentals For Bringing A Spouse Home From Rehab: What You Need to Know
Dementia caregiving can feel like juggling too many priorities at once, often leaving caregivers overwhelmed and unsure of the next steps.
In this episode, we get a front-row seat to a live coaching session, offering practical strategies to help caregivers manage day-to-day challenges while staying focused on what matters most.
Throughout the episode, the conversation returned to the importance of leaning on faith during overwhelming times. As caregivers face physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges, trusting in God’s wisdom and guidance provides a foundation of peace.
Praying for clarity, patience, and strength in the caregiving journey helps caregivers reframe difficulties as opportunities to serve with love and grace.
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/dementiacaregiversupportforchristians
Are You A Christian Dementia Caregiver Struggling To Cope With Caregiving?
Join the FREE "Ask the Dementia Coach" Monthly Meet Up! And be on the podcast, get support and your questions answered.
https://dementiacaregivingmadeeasy.com/ask
Enjoy our podcast? Please take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify —it really supports our show!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-caregiver-support-for-christians-conversations/id1716187550
