Walking Through the Valley of Dementia : A Self-Paced Spiritual Retreat for Care Partners.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Fisher, Therese.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Caregivers--Religious life.

Caregivers.

Spiritual retreats--Christianity.

Spiritual retreats.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (122 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Eugene : Wipf & Stock Publishers, 2024.

Summary:

This book serves as a self-guided spiritual retreat designed for caregivers, particularly those supporting individuals with dementia. Written by Therese Fisher, it offers practical spiritual exercises, prayers, meditations, and journaling activities to help care partners navigate the emotional, physical, and spiritual challenges they face. The book emphasizes the importance of nurturing one's relationship with God as a source of sustenance and resilience. Tailored for individuals who may lack formal caregiving training, it provides accessible and adaptable tools for spiritual care. It also addresses themes of love, endurance, and hope, drawing upon Christian teachings and scripture to support care partners in their journey. The intended audience includes family caregivers, professional care partners, and faith-based communities. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Title Page

Introduction

Rationale and Purpose

Goals

Structure and Methodology

Part One: The Valley of Dementia

Chapter 1: Terminology

Chapter 2: Vignette

Chapter 3: What is Dementia?

Chapter 4: Care Partners and Their Challenges

Financial Challenges

Physical Challenges

Psychological/Emotional Challenges

Additional Complications

Chapter 5: Spiritual Challenges in the Valley of Dementia

Spiritual Challenges: Emotional

Spiritual Challenges: Intellectual

Challenges in Our Relationship with God

Part Two: The Retreat

Chapter 6: Letting the Retreat Unfold

Chapter 7: Retreat Exercises

Exercise One | Welcome Breath*

Exercise Two | Ritual—The Foundation Stone

Exercise Three | Gratitude Moment

Exercise Four | Guided Meditation—Connected Heart*

Exercise Five | Reflect and Journal—Core Values

Exercise Six | Prayer in Action—Feeding God’s People*

Exercise Seven | Reflect and Journal—Made in the Image of God

Exercise Eight | Gratitude Moment

Exercise Nine | Praying Outside—Exploring Sacred Ground Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

9798385215898

OCLC:

1443716727