Could it be Dementia?

The core content of this book was planned originally as a series of leaflets to help our residents and others. But, increasingly, wherever our managers and supporters have given talks about caring for elderly Christians the most pressing need has been for information and reassurance about dementia.

Why does a godly old man begin to use language that has always been anathema to him? Why does a loving mother become stubborn and suspicious? What is happening to a beloved husband who is behaving as though he never knew you? Above all, where is God in all of this? Our aim in writing 'Could it be dementia?' is to give as much practical information as we can, and to restore a sense of divine purpose where this has been lost.

The book includes the voices of people with dementia, giving their opinions and perspectives. It also gives an overview of research on the causes of dementia, describing what it is and what it isn't. It contains advice on prevention, caring for people with dementia and reveals the health-damaging, unrelenting pressure on caregivers. There is advice on what to tell the children, and uplifting accounts of the Holy Spirit at work in His people, bringing them back momentarily in response to a familiar hymn, or Bible reading. It also shows how the family of God can offer support and comfort, with examples of practical things churches can do.

'Could it be dementia? Losing your mind doesn't mean losing your soul' was published by Lion Monarch books in March 2008, and within a few months had almost sold out. It is being reprinted in April, this year.

The cost is £7.99 per book, plus £1.50 post and handling in the U.K. All profits from the sale of the book through us go towards our work. Or it can be purchased from Amazon, or other retail outlets.


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