Learn how to develop an effective Alzheimer's ministry.
The Guide to Ministering to Alzheimer's Patients and Their
Families examines the importance of spirituality in dealing with
the everyday challenges of this mysterious disease. Not a "how-to"
manual with step-by-step instructions or tried and true formulas,
this unique book instead examines the essential elements of
ministering to dementia patients based on the first-hand accounts
of family members living through pain and uncertainty.
The book explores the stages of Alzheimer's, grief and guilt,
available resources, and implications of spiritual care for
patients and families. It is equally useful as a textbook for
graduate and undergraduate work, a reference for study groups and
seminars, and a primer for those with limited knowledge of the
illness.
Ministers sometimes neglect Alzheimer's patients and their
families because they feel they don't know what to say or do even
though they want to be obedient and faithful servants in this
specialized ministry. The Guide to Ministering to Alzheimer's
Patients and Their Families communicates the thoughts, feelings,
and needs of those affected by the disease to help ministers feel
more comfortable, confident, and competent as they develop a
theological understanding of God, Alzheimer's patients, and their
role in ministry. The book also provides models for ministry;
role-play scenarios; a sample text for a care facility worship
service, a care facility memorial service, and a funeral service
for a Christian and a non-Christian as well as a sample clergy
seminar program on Alzheimer's ministry.
The Guide to Ministering to Alzheimer's Patients and Their
Families examines:
- common characteristics of early, mild, moderate, and severe
Alzheimer's
- general information about Alzheimer's
- ethical decision-making
- support group ministry
- respite care
- religious rites
- faith issues
- heredity
- hospitalization of Alzheimer's patients
- long-distance caregiving
- working with other clergy
The Guide to Ministering to Alzheimer's Patients and Their
Families also includes a special appendix of selections from the
Scriptures. This book is a unique resource for all Christians who
desire to minister to those affected by Alzheimer's-especially
pastors, priests, chaplains, pastoral counselors, church leaders,
healthcare professionals, and seminary students.
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