Host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and her sidekick, producer Sue Duffield, will share their recent experiences with back problems, aching bodies, and the struggles of aging humorously. It's guaranteed to make you laugh out loud. 

However, beneath the humor, their conversation raises an important question: how do people with dementia cope with aches and pains? How can they communicate when they are hurting? It's a sobering thought that deserves attention and discussion. Being a CarePartner is challenging, but understanding your loved one in all stressful situations is essential to helping them adapt, adjust, and feel heard.

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Laughter is good for our souls. It's especially good for those who have dementia, providing healing for those who grieve, no matter what our cognitive ability level might be.

Today's "all over the place" episode starts off hilariously with "Gomer the bull" and a visit to Andy's Custard. Next is Mary Anne's description of falling on a slippery bathroom floor, added with the discussion of GeneSight, a pharmacogenomic test which analyzes how genes may affect medication outcomes.

The GeneSight test is important for understanding genetic variations in your DNA. Results can inform your healthcare provider about how you may break down or respond to certain medications commonly prescribed to treat depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other psychiatric conditions, including dementia and Alzheimer's.

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“Today’s episode goes much deeper than just a story about host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly’s sister, Doris. Her heart-felt words will throttle the listener into a Netflix-like mini-series of hope, despair, miracles and over-the-top depth of secrets revealed.

Mary Anne is at her finest here, but it took everything she had to disclose the family secret, all while her sister Doris transitioned into the after-life.

You will find great compassion and understanding as to why Mary Anne is a soldier for the kingdom of caregiving. She searched her whole life to find the missing piece of the puzzle, only to realize that God in His infinite timing would sweep her into a week of miracles.”

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Host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly shares from her heart, knowing that she'll experience loss and grief very soon in her life, coping with the very thing which she compassionately teaches that comforts others. Caregivers, doulas and professionals like Mary Anne are typically the first line of support as they assist other dementia patients and their family members to cope with serious illness, feelings of loss, and the end of life. But now, it's her time. 

This episode begins with the celebration of a new building that is shared by both the Veranda Ministries and the Preferred Care Group. An extraordinary collaboration is available to both organizations as they learn and glean from each other.

And then there's Doris' story. Doris is Mary Anne's sister and her life is in the balance of God's hand right now. The grief she is feeling about her younger sibling is the emotional response to loss, defined as the individualized and personalized feelings and responses that an individual makes to real, perceived, or anticipated loss. The last gift that Mary Anne will give her sister is her presence, her words and her gift of love.

Who says those with dementia and Alzheimer's can't have fun?! What an exciting day at the Veranda Ministries for all who attended. The "ponies" ran (walkers decorated with blow-up horse heads!) and the laughter was contagious.

This episode includes LIVE coverage of an exceptional day of celebration for all of the Veranda family and friends. Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly's vision continues, knowing how crucial it is to engage those with dementia with creative activities that provide comfort and relaxation, improving their quality of life. 

Derby Day for dementia!

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The brand new location for Veranda Ministries was celebrated with a dedication service, tasty food and community fellowship. This episode is filled with audio clips of the ribbon cutting and ceremony held on April 1st, 2025. Speakers Dusty Wells, Dr. Eddy Moody, Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly, Dave Clark, Billy Blackwood and others are featured in today's podcast episode, LIVE from the ceremony. A very exciting day for all, honoring the ministry of founder Mary Anne Oglesby Sutherly, her staff and countless volunteers. God's work is definitely first class here for those with dementia and their caregivers.

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The Heart of Mary House (HOMH) began in a two bedroom home located in the South Nashville area on the campus of St. Edward Church. The mission of Heart of Mary House is to provide a safe, comfortable, and peaceful home-like setting for underserved people who have been given a terminal prognosis and need somewhere to stay and someone to care for them during their final days and weeks. They were able to host two residents at a time in this home.

Today’s episode, host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and HOMH’s director, Kim Derrick. share in the celebration of a new property for HOMH that was obtained in November of 2024. They moved their first resident into the home on February 17, 2025. This home has six bedrooms, two living areas, two full baths, a full kitchen, and two office spaces. The design of the home is more perfect than they could have ever imagined. HOMH is grateful and excited to care for triple the amount of people needing a safe, comfortable and peaceful home-like setting. 

Nothing could be more perfect than two very distinct ministries, with brand new locations (The Veranda Ministries and Heart of Mary House) celebrating new buildings at the same time. 

Two hearts; One mission - to care for those in their desperate time of need.

Ribbon cutting ceremony for the new location of “Veranda Ministries” will be  April 1st, 2025 at 1pm - 650 Nashville Pike, Building 4, Gallatin, TN 37066. Refreshments will follow. The public is invited.

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Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly's guest, Anna Marie Adams, is an exceptional digital creator and Founder/CEO of the International Doula Life Movement. This episode is an honest conversation between both of these qualified and expert spokespersons for the need for doulas at every stage of seasoned life. This amazing partnership between the Veranda Ministries and IDLM continues to bring hope and answers for families, dealing with serious health conditions as well as end-of-life.

From patient rights to final transitions, IDLM is a compassionate relationship-based care and resource for all who potentially desire to be an end-of-life doula, or those needing help with life planning. IDLM offers international doulas of all specialties a values and mission-based education, resource center, and community committed to helping them support others. Their motto: "Become an expert in helping the dying manage life’s final stage."

For more information on IDLM, https://www.internationaldoulalifemovement.com

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The Veranda Ministries has a new building and a new projection of goals to reach the aging community of Gallatin, TN and the surrounding areas. What an exciting look into the facility, the dreams fulfilled and the people that make it all happen. Founder and Director, Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly candidly talks about this God-inspired transition in this episode. It is truly a gift of love! 

For questions, comments and ways to support the Veranda Ministries, get on www.verandaministries.org

Celebrating the collaboration with the “I Love To Tell The Story” Podcast with Dave Clark and Dusty Wells and the “Aging Angst and Alleluias Podcast” episode is an amazing conversation between Dave, Dusty and Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly. So what's her story, and why are Dave and Dusty so excited to share it? As her followers and subscribers already know, Mary Anne is the founder of an exceptional non-profit organization called the www.VerandaMinistries.org.

Dave Clark says it right: “If you or someone in your family has had to walk through the dark journey known as Dementia and you are searching for honest answers from someone who truly understands, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Mary Anne strongly believes it’s our Christian duty to treat our senior adults with respect and dignity and she lives out that call with unparalleled passion.”

Be sure to also subscribe and follow “I Love To Tell The Story Podcast.”

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