We’re always thrilled for any opportunity to spread the word on Respite. Whether we’re sharing insights on Alzheimer’s and dementia, talking about the Respite for All model, an opportunity to join the network, or other content contributions, we’re pleased to share with you our library of news and recognition as we work to spread this friendship revolution across our country and beyond.
The Respite Ministry was highlighted in Kiplinger’s Magazine Retirement Guide in May 2018
The Respite Ministry was highlighted in Kiplinger’s Magazine Retirement Guide in May 2018 as a quality alternative for care for loved ones living with dementia...
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NEWS: Caregivers Need to Take a Break
Nearly 44 million U.S. adults are family caregivers, but the vast majority of them aren’t receiving any kind of respite care. That's a mistake. by Mary Kane Kiplinger For two years starting in 2014, Gerald Johnson drove 110 miles round-trip, twice a week, to take his wife, Nadine, from their...
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NEWS: Community Hero: ‘Dynamic’ Johnston the Spark Behind Respite
By A. Stacy Long Montgomery Advertiser The balloon volleyball net had been put away, and the freshly painted kites shown to the group when Daphne Johnston stepped to one side of the room and hit a button. Music oozed out, signaling that the day’s Respite Ministry had reached its end...
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NEWS: Award Winner
The Alabama-West Florida Conference Led by Bishop David W. Graves, the Alabama - West Florida Annual Conference is dedicated to its mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. The conference steadfastly works toward a vision of thriving churches where disciple-making ministries are brought to life...
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News: REACH Program Creates Caring Environment for Seniors With Memory Loss
By Julie Hare Auburn The Auburn Villager In cooperation with other area churches and local organizations, Auburn United Methodist Church launched the REACH Respite Program (Refresh, Encourage, Activities, Care, Hope) late last June. The program is designed for persons with early to mid-onset dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and/or other forms of...
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NEWS: A Day Away: Encore Ministry Gives Help, Hope to Seniors With Memory Loss and Their Caregivers
By June Mathews Over The Mountain Journal Patti Williams knew what she was getting into when she agreed to become program director for Encore, a respite care ministry at Canterbury United Methodist Church in Mountain Brook. She just didn’t know how great the interest would be. In a matter of...
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NEWS: New Dementia and Memory-loss Ministry at Canterbury UMC
North Alabama Conference of The United Methodist Church Imagine being the primary caregiver for a loved one with Alzheimer’s. This could be your mother, father, or spouse who requires 24-hour supervision and care. For many in our community this is a daily reality. In our state alone, over 180,000 family...
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