Caregiving Archives

Ty'Ann Brown discusses tips on caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's

Spiritual Remedies: Bible-Based Tips on How to Care for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s

Ty’Ann Brown shares a few spiritual remedies for those caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease.

A Smile from His Wife Gave This Alzheimer’s Caregiver Hope

By Gus Gustafson4 min read

His wife had Alzheimer’s disease and somehow managed to smile at others throughout her struggles.

Jesse, the dog who can do useful dog tricks

Being a Caregiver Unlocked His Potential

By David Silvey2 min read

It sounded like a simple enough arrangement—help out a student with cerebral palsy. Little did he know what was in store over the next few weekends.

6 Ways You Can Help a Caregiver

By Mary Lou Carney3 min read

Her nephew’s legs were paralyzed from having multiple surgeries on his legs and was bound to a wheelchair. Her sister had to become a caregiver for her son — these helpful tips eased the burden.

After Retirement, Being a Caregiver Was the Right Choice

By Alec Rogers3 min read

He still had something to give after retiring and choosing the caregiving path made all the difference in the world.

Guideposts Classics: Brooke Shields’ 4 Tips for Helping a Friend Cope with Depression

By Brooke Shields6 min read

In this story from August 2005, actress Brooke Shields, who lost a dear friend to suicide, shares the lessons she learned from that experience—and from her own struggle with depression.

Personalized Playlists Could Lessen Alzheimer’s Symptoms

By Jessica Toomer3 min read

A new study suggests that personalized musical playlists may make caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s that much easier.

How Ann Reinking Helped Her Son with Marfan Syndrome Feel Accepted

By Ann Reinking7 min read

As a child, dancer, singer and actress Ann Reinking found comfort and inspiration at church, but would her new congregation in New York City be willing to accept her son for who he was?