A special episode with Mary Anne Ogelsby-Sutherly and Sue Duffield, sharing the hopes, dreams and status of the reach of this podcast. It's hard to believe that Mary Anne and Sue have only known each other for just under two years, the way they easily connect, banter and support each other. It's just the beginning too, especially when they discuss Mary Anne's book, "Remember For Me', a compilation of heart-warming stories about dementia. You will love this candid episode filled with serious yet funny dialogue, about a topic close to their hearts. To connect with Mary Anne, send an email to [email protected]. She welcomes all your comments, concerns and questions about dementia related topics. For technical production comments, send an email to Sue Duffield at [email protected]  To order "Remember for Me", Click here. www.verandaministries.org

Speaker/singer and worship leader/music minister, Toni Clay,  is an ordained & licensed minister. She holds a Masters diploma in Biblical/Pastoral Counseling with specializations in Child and Adolescent counseling. She has served as a support pastor on church staff.  She has served as a hospital Chaplain in a Mental Health assessment facility. Toni has also served as a Chaplain with The United States Corps of Chaplains, holding the rank of Captain and Tennessee Brigade Executive Officer. She is the founder and President of Voices with Purpose, a 501(c)(3) non profit ministry organization founded in 2004. She is a multiple Dove nominee for her work in Christian music as a producer, songwriter and publisher. Her songs have been recorded more than 200 times, and have been included in the popular Gaither Homecoming Series, and featured in the GMA's 'Hall of Fame' Series. She hosted “Voices with Purpose”, an interview style Christian television program. Toni resides in Nashville Tennessee. And on this episode today, she talks with Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly about one of her greatest assignments of all - caregiving.

Dr. Mary E. Genung, DNP FNP-C, is a Nurse Practitioner Specialist in Gallatin, Tennessee. She graduated with honors in 2012, having more than 10 years of diverse experiences. She's a graduate of the Sumner Leadership for Young Marines of Sumner County, a Red Cross Volunteer, promotes meals for homeless with open dinner for Thanksgiving for residents in Gallatin and also sets up food tables during the winter for the homeless. Mary has also served on multiple medical missions to Haiti. That's just who she is. But her credentials are just as impressive in Critical Care as Doctoral Nurse Practitioner, Specialty Family Nurse Practitioner, responsible for urgent care needs including family, pediatrics and geriatrics walk-in care with most emphasis of urgent care.  This episode with Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and Mary Genung will take you on a journey of how ONE person can change the world. www.theverandaministries.org Mary E Genung's Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077819066345

This raw and real episode with Teepa Snow and Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly, shares bluntly about dementia and the effects. Teepa’s life mission is to shed a positive light on dementia with the PAC (Positive Approach to Care) Team so that everyone can understand why and how to support those living with brain change in a more positive and respectful way. Teepa and host, Mary Anne share and believe that “Rewiring our own perceptions, attitudes, communication strategies, actions, and responses, provides the shift that promotes change for the others around us.” DO NOT FEAR DEMENTIA. Educate yourself. Fear is our worst ememy. Originally from West Virginia and western Pennsylvania, Teepa now lives outside Chapel Hill, North Carolina. She is a graduate of Duke University with a degree in Zoology. She received her MS degree from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. She has a wealth of clinical, teaching, and research experiences that have informed and influenced her philosophy, approach, and practice. www.teepasnow.com www.verandaministries.org

This week's episode has been two years in the making. Mary Anne purposely waited to share this story publicly because it should come from the caregiver herself. Challis Prilliman had to be ready to see the good that came out of such a horrible event. Her experience changed her life as well as her family's lives forever.  Many have never heard the story of Challis and her husband Al. It's a caregiver’s nightmare but it's also a genuine love story. In the depth of sadness, grief, and a virus named Covid, many found themselves in Challis’s shoes. For those caring for their loved ones with dementia, she continues to be a champion for their cause. www.theverandaministries.org

Mary Anne's guest is Ashley Bright. She received her Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Aging Services Leadership from Lipscomb University. She went on to use her unique skills as a Medical Social Worker in the fields of Geriatric Medicine and Long Term Care. After several years in Long Term Care, her passion for advocacy for dying people and their families led her to obtain an End of Life Doula Certificate from the Conscious Dying Institute (CDI) out of Boulder, CO. She realized there was a severe lack of education surrounding Death and Dying, and a desire to fill that void led her to accepting a role as faculty at CDI where she trains other End of Life Doulas across the globe.   In addition to her role at CDI, she also is in private practice as owner of Bright Pathway End of Life Doula Services.  She also provides consulting to healthcare workers and companies who desire to become a pioneer in quality, holistic end of life care; and she teaches community seminars for those seeking to live a more purposeful and meaningful life by starting with the end in mind. www.verandaministries.org https://www.brightpathwaydoula.com    

Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and her guest, Barbara Karnes, get right to it from the beginnging, describing Barbara's iconic hospice guide “the little blue book”, Gone from My Sight. Barbara is an internationally respected speaker, educator, author, and thought leader on matters of end of life. She is a renowned authority on the dying process and a leading educator for families, healthcare professionals, and the community at large. Barbara's award winning DVDs and books about death and dying are changing lives - in this country and around the world. In her work, Barbara compassionately explains stages of the dying process, living with a life threatening illness, pain management, and how people grieve. She explains how important it is to take care of yourself as a caregiver and offers guidelines for professionals.   For more information on Barbara and her life as an American Hospice Pioneer, plus her resource of materials, get on https://bkbooks.com/blogs/media www.verandaministries.org   

What a fun episode with Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly, musician/producer Rob Novell and Sue Duffield! This casual chat between musician friends will have you laughing, especially when the discussion morphs into their soon-to-be competitive world of the dunk tank! But on a serious note, the late Charles Novell, Rob's dad, suffered with Parkinsons Disease. Hearing the emotion of his son's take on it all, gives such hope for all who are caregivers. On Saturday, June 4th, 2022, from 9am - 12 noon, The Veranda Ministries will host "Dunking for Dementia" as a fundraiser for the ministry in Gallatin, TN. For more information, see www.verandaministries.org www.cnsmusic.com

Pam Speta is a certified Positive Approach® to Care Trainer and is also a Certified Nursing Assistant. She cared for her husband, Rich, who had dementia, at home. She learned first-hand the remarkable and profound effect that PAC education had on handling the behavior changes she saw in her husband. Forget Me Not Village was born out of the idea of changing the way we treat Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, dementia, and brain injury patients. When Rich, Pam’s husband was diagnosed with MCI at 60, neither of them knew what an impact that would have on their future lives. As a result of this journey, Forget Me Not Family Care Home was born, then came the Village. The concept is simple. Create an environment where families dealing with the disease can help each other in a safe and secure facility. Add an adult daycare in the form of a dementia village and you have created something that has never been done before. An extraordinary episode with Mary Anne and Pam - for ALL caregivers. www.theverandaministries.org www.forgetmenotvillage.org

Robin Dill is a frequent speaker about dementia caregiving, faith and respite ministry. She is a certified trainer for the Rosalyn Carter Institute for Caregivers Dealing with Dementia Class. Robin graduated from Clemson University with a BS degree, earned a Certificate of Professional Development in Gerontology from Kennesaw State, a certificate in Montessori-Based Dementia Programming, a certificate in Alzheimer's Care from the Alzheimers Association and other several accolades and advancements within her profession. She launched and directed Grace Arbor, a 4 day per week program that targets people with dementia. For more information on Robin and her amazing skill, passion and journey, get on www.rdillblogwalkingwithgrace.wordpress.com Robin wrote and published Walking With Grace, a manual to help other faith based organizations launch respite ministries. (Available on Amazon) www.theverandaministries.org

Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly's guest today is Edward E. Moody Jr. He has been a counselor educator at North Carolina Central University since 1995. He is a professor of counselor education and associate dean of the school of education. He also serves as pastor at Tippett’s Chapel in Clayton, North Carolina (www.Tippetts-Chapel.com). He has a Ph.D. from North Carolina State University in counselor education, an M.A. from Middle Tennessee State University in clinical psychology, and a B.A. from Welch College in pastoral training. He is a licensed professional counselor supervisor as well as a licensed health services provider-psychological associate. The Licensed Professor Counselor Association of North Carolina honored him as their Counselor of the Year in 2016. You can find more information at www.FirstAidforEmotionalHurts.com www.theverandaministries.org

Mary S. Daniel is a Board-Certified Patient Advocate with more than 30 years of medical practice management experience. Mary’s husband, Steve was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2013 at the age of 59. He has been a resident at Rosecastle at Deerwood Memory Care Center in Jacksonville since July 2019. In July 2020, Mary gained national attention on the front cover of People magazine after taking a job as a dishwasher at Rosecastle so that she could spend time with Steve after being separated for 114 days during the lockdown due to COVID-19.  Since recording this episode, the Essential Caregiver Bill was passed and signed into law by Florida's Governor Ron DeSantis. Thanks to Mary S. Daniel for making this happen! Be sure to join her "Caregivers For Compromise" Facebook page. Links mentioned in this episode: www.facebook.com/groups/CaregiversForCompromise www.marysdaniel.com www.theverandaministries.org https://www.facebook.com/TheVerandaMinistries   

Dr. Daniel C. Potts is a neurologist in Tuscaloosa, Alabama and is affiliated with Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center. He received his medical degree from University of South Alabama College of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. His expertise and knowledge is greatly enhanced by his caring heart for dementia and Alzheimer's patients and their caregivers. Danny will be keynote speaker for the Caregivers Conference at Welch College in Gallatin, TN on Saturday, March 26th, 2022. www.theverandaministries.org