Help a Friend: Memory Loss - Quick
Reference Guide
Joni
Eareckson Tada
This
Quick Reference Guide is just that - basic information that you need when you
have a very limited time to learn as much as you can about memory loss. I appreciated the detailed examples of some
possible signs of Alzheimer’s and the encouraging Scriptures for both patients
and caregivers. It’s very frightening
and frustrating when a loved one begins forgetting things. Personally, I thought that my spouse was just
being lazy because he suddenly couldn’t remember how to use a computer
(something he’s done for years) and wanted me to type everything for him. He constantly asks, “who is that?” for people
he’s known for years. Our children get
tired of answering the same questions over and over. Reading through this guide, I was able to
gain a better understanding of some of what he’s experiencing and some insight
into what changes we may be facing in the future. The guide also gives suggestions for ways to
create joyful memories with someone suffering from memory loss. And I always like the “What Not to Do” advice
because frankly, I just don’t know enough to know what not to do! Overall, I recommend this helpful guide to
anyone who may be experiencing memory loss in themselves or a loved one and for
those who want to develop a ministry to helping patients and caregivers. I
was provided a copy of this pamphlet in pdf format and all opinions are 100% my
own.
