Weary Joy: God's Promise For Those Caring For Loved Ones With Dementia

Caring for a loved one with memory loss is full of harsh realities ... and unexpected joys. Caregivers often live in the shadow of their loved one's needs with little time for themselves. They may feel isolated, lonely, and exhausted - and their own needs are left unmet. Every caregiver needs a caregiver. Weary Joy assures caregivers that they are not alone. The stories, explanations, tips, and devotional connections remind caregivers that they walk this journey with others and that their loved ones' actions are part of their disease and not their personalities. Most important, caregivers will be reminded that even if their loved ones forget, their heavenly Father always remembers. Weary Joy helps caregivers do a better job of caring for themselves. Short, easy-to-read chapters cover a variety of topics that are common to caregiving situations. Discussion questions make a good starting point for conversations in a support group or with family members. And checklist help assess and navigate the caregiving journey.Read less