Dementia is more feared than cancer, but this book gives helpful ways to help those who suffer this affliction along with their caregivers. Love them – and love means that “I am glad you exist, I am glad you are here.” Give them the benefit of a doubt – that there is more going on than may appear evident. Visit them, care for them. And, theologically, to help them and their loved ones remember that while they might not remember God, God remembers them. I believe that the issue of dementia and Alzheimer's goes to the very basic roots of the Gospel message - that God comes to us and loves us, that the Holy Spirit prays for us when we can't pray for ourselves. There are many comforting Gospel promises and reminders. There are many helpful theological ways to help with this affliction and I am not sure I recommend this as the first one someone reads, but perhaps the 2nd or 3rd. The book is well researched and there are easier books to read. However, it does outline and support arguments thoroughly – presenting ways that our 21st century culture values people and contrasting that with how we should value people. ( )