Encouragement for Empty-Nesters
I have a word of encouragement prepared especially for those of you who are depressed today. It is a message written by a loving mother named Joan Mills, who must be a very special lady. She expressed
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Dr. Dobson Minute
This Old House
Growing older is a part of life. Growing older with grace, youthfulness, and humor is a great gift!
Dr. Dobson Minute
The Family Meeting
When caring for aging parents, get everyone involved now and make plans together for the years ahead.
Broadcasts
The Sandwich Generation: Being There for Your Aging Parents
Caring for an aging loved one is a stressful and draining task. On today’s edition of Family Talk, the late Grace Chavis will share about her experience supporting her ailing parents and in-laws for a number of years. She also gives advice for those who are in that season on how to handle their family members with grace and love. Proverbs 16:31 says, “Gray hair is a crown of splendor; it is attained in the way of righteousness.”
Blogs
Marriage is a Marathon
During my freshman year I entered the mile run in a field of about twenty men. I was in good shape and finished second to an outstanding senior who rarely lost. He graduated that year and left the vac
Broadcasts
Defeating Dementia Part 2
According to the Alzheimer's Association, half of all Alzheimer's cases could be prevented. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and his guest, Dr. Richard Furman, will highlight the different stages of Alzheimer's, and explain why we must take care of our bodies by eating the right foods, exercising, and sustaining a healthy weight. Follow God's prescription found in 1 Corinthians 6 to honor Him with your body.
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Defeating Dementia Part 1
Alzheimer's is a cruel disease, mainly because it robs its victims of precious memories of childhood, marriage, and family. Fortunately, recent studies assert that it's only genetically inevitable for 5% of the population. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. Richard Furman, author of Defeating Dementia, explains that dementia is not a foregone conclusion as we get older. In fact, exercising 5 days a week and making mindful food choices can cut its likelihood by 67%!
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Ministering to the Elderly – Part 2
We've all been taught to respect our elders, but that lesson should also include caring for those who are nearing the end of life. On this edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues to discuss ministering to the elderly in a touching conversation with his daughter, Danae Dobson. Danae describes her passion for this often neglected demographic, and how she finds creative ways to share the gospel with them.
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Ministering to the Elderly – Part 1
Many churches and ministries today focus on attracting younger people and families, while neglecting the elderly in our communities. Dr. James Dobson and the late Christian recording artist Missy Tate discuss her joy of visiting nursing homes, and how we can all provide encouragement for the lonely and isolated.
Blogs
Defeating Dementia
Defeating Dementia is my latest book. In it, I describe the terrible disease of Alzheimer's by looking at the daily routine life of a lady who develops this form of dementia and takes the slow walk th
Authors
Dr. James Dobson
Joe Waresak
Dr. Del Tackett
