Author & Caregiver
As Nell’s memories faded and words became harder to understand, Scott discovered something unexpected: a peace that suffering could not steal and a hope that illness could not defeat.
Everything Is Going to Be All Right is the true story of one couple’s journey through Alzheimer’s, caregiving, grief, and the unshakable faith that carried them through.
Meet the Author
Scott Yates is an award-winning journalist, communications strategist, and storyteller whose career has been shaped by a passion for helping people and organizations share meaningful stories. After decades as a newspaper reporter and public relations professional, Scott discovered that some of the most important stories are not about headlines or accomplishments, but about love, faith, perseverance, and the human experience.
Scott and his wife, Eleanor “Nell” Yates, met while working as veteran newspaper reporters at The Fayetteville Observer and married in 1992. Their life together was built around family, storytelling, and faith. When Nell was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016, Scott became her caregiver, walking alongside her through the difficult realities of the disease while discovering a renewed sense of purpose.
The words Nell spoke during one profound moment in her journey, “Everything is going to be all right,” became the inspiration behind Scott’s book and a message of hope for families facing Alzheimer’s and other life-changing challenges.
Through his writing and speaking, Scott shares a story of enduring love, faith in the midst of uncertainty, and the hope found in even the hardest seasons of life.
To learn more about Scott’s work, storytelling, and communications expertise, visit OnPoint Communications Group, where he helps organizations share their stories through strategic messaging, media relations, and thoughtful communications.
Visit Scott’s website: https://onpointprgroup.com/
Follow Scott and continue the conversation:
“We have lost the life we had.
That truth still cuts deeply in my heart and soul each day, yet all is well with our souls.”
– Everything Is Going to Be All Right
Years of Journalism & Communications
Alzheimer’s Journey Begins
Year Married
The Moment
Scott held Nell’s hand as she took her last breath, the same day this book was published.
About the Book
A FAITH JOURNEY THROUGH ALZHEIMER’S
A deeply personal Christian memoir of love, marriage, caregiving, and finding hope in the middle of Alzheimer’s.
After more than three decades together, Scott and Nell Yates faced a diagnosis that changed everything. Written between visits to the nursing home where Scott cared for his wife, Nell, this is the story of a husband’s journey through heartbreak, surrender, and discovering God’s presence in the storm.
When Alzheimer’s took away memories and words, it could not take away love, faith, or the peace found through Jesus.
This book is:
— For caregivers searching for strength when the burden feels impossible
— For families seeking hope through the uncertainty of Alzheimer’s
— For anyone learning that faith can grow even in life’s deepest valleys
Media & Press
In this interview, Spencer Dalke speaks with Scott Yates about his deeply personal journey caring for his wife through Alzheimer’s and the ways God sustained him through years of hardship.
Alzheimer’s caregivers are being led closer to Jesus. Learning to trust in His love brings blessings when spiritual eyes are open. Two newspaper reporters blessed with marriage and a son.
Compelled to share the faith journey of caring for my wife with Alzheimer’s in my first book. We were both led closer to Jesus and blessed with peace in our hearts. Even during the last two years on hospice in a nursing home. God was glorified by my wife’s smile that often broke into laughter.
An excerpt from Everything is Going to be All Right: A Faith Journey through Alzheimer’s Only faith can carry us on this caregiver’s journey through the terrible storms of sorrow and loss. Caring for someone with a devastating disease called the long goodbye leads us to seek God’s strength for peace and comfort. We see blessings, many times in hindsight, as we learn to live in constant gratitude and trust for tomorrow.
Guest: Scott Yates Book: Everything Is Going to Be All Right - A Faith Journey Through Alzheimer’s Website: www.jscottyates.com
Scott Yates, founder, OnPoint Communications Group; author, Everything Is Going to Be All Right: A Faith Journey Through Alzheimer’s.
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Have a question about the book, interested in a speaking opportunity, or want to share your own caregiving journey?
Scott welcomes the opportunity to connect with readers, caregivers, churches, and communities seeking hope, encouragement, and meaningful conversations about faith, love, and Alzheimer’s.
