An Honest Caregiver: Ann Coker’s Reflections on Love, Loss, and Legacy
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Ann Coker shares her experiences and reflections on caregiving for her husband with dementia, discussing love, loss, and legacy.
Hi Friend, Welcome to this new episode on the Fierce Calling podcast! We’re so glad you’re with us—whether you’re a regular listener or a new friend stopping by. 🎙️ This Week’s Episode: An Honest Caregiver – Ann Coker’s Reflections of Love, Loss, and Legacy On episode 223, Ann Coker returns to share from her new book, An Honest Caregiver: Facing the Reality of My Husband’s Dementia . Ann Coker cared for her husband, Bill, for 14 years after his Alzheimer’s diagnosis. She opens up about the raw, real, and holy work of caregiving—the struggles, the moments of failure and frustration, and how God met her in the valleys. You’ll hear how journaling became her lifeline, what it was like to face grief, and how she was encouraged to dig deep and be fully honest by her daughter (a nurse and key partner in Bill’s care). Ann Coker also shares precious memories of Bill’s faith, stories of family teamwork, and the profound hope and comfort she found knowing Bill is with the Lord. 💡 Episode Highlights The power of journaling through hard seasons Honesty in caregiving and why it matters Navigating hospice and end-of-life moments How faith, family, and community can help Leaving a legacy…
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