There's plenty to celebrate at Veranda Ministries! Join hosts Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and Sue Duffield as they share details about upcoming events and practical wisdom for dementia care partners.

First up is Veranda Church for Dementia and Loved Ones, October 15 at 1 PM, 650 Nashville Pike, Gallatin, TN.

Get ready for "A Night of Faith, Music & Gratitude," a benefit concert on October 20 at Three Oaks Church, 502 Douglas Bend Road, Gallatin, TN! Enjoy an unforgettable evening featuring Billy Blackwood, The New Speer Family, Lauren Talley, Riley Harrison Clark, The Duffields, Dale Forbes, Dave Clark, and Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly. A $15 donation at the door and a special love offering will support Veranda Ministries' life-changing work.

But this episode has more than music! Mary Anne and Sue explore PAS—Positive Action Starters—simple, meaningful ways for care partners to spark conversations, foster connection, and engage loved ones living with dementia. Because sometimes the smallest conversation can open the door to the greatest connection. And that's something worth singing about!

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In this episode of *Aging Angst & Alleluias*, Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly explains why caring for caregivers matters, the dangers of UTIs in older adults, and why the dementia clients at The Veranda still know how to laugh, celebrate, and have a whole lot of fun, despite their difficulties.

Mary Anne also reflects on the recent Celebration of Life for beloved Veranda client Lowell, complete with military honors. His story reveals two remarkable lives: the man he was before dementia and the man Mary Anne came to know after it. She knew only the latter—and he was still a great man, worthy of honor, dignity, and celebration. Because dementia may change the story—but it never erases a person's value.

Speaking of celebration, join us **Tuesday, October 20, at 6:30 p.m., at Three Oaks Church** for a special benefit concert for The Veranda featuring **Billy Blackwood, Lauren Talley, The NEW Speer Family, Riley Harrison Clark, Tribute Quartet, Dale Forbes, Dave Clark, Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly, and Jeff & Sue Duffield.**

Tickets are **$15**, with an additional love offering that evening to benefit The Veranda. For information, call **615-675-4345**.

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