Dementia: Pathways to Hope: Spiritual insights and practical advice

by Louise Morse

To be diagnosed with dementia is 'like being blindfolded and let loose in a maze'. There is no clear treatment to follow, because each case is unique. But once thickets of misunderstanding and misinformation are brushed aside, there are pathways to hope. 'Secular models of support don't adequately reflect Christian values of compassion, love and service,' explains Louise Morse. 'Neither do they describe the power of spiritual support. This is key to the wellbeing of the caregiver, as well as the person with dementia.' This book is packed with examples of what works, as well as practical advice and accessible medical information. Louise Morse is a cognitive behavioural therapist and works with a national charity whose clients include people with dementia. Her MA dissertation, based on hundreds of interviews, examined the effects on families of caring for a loved one with dementia.

193 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 27, 2016

Reviews

[Mark Youngkin · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book jumped out at me from the pages of catalog sent to me by a Christian publisher, and I was so anxious to read it that I ordered it from Amazon instead of requesting a desk copy (an ethical gray area, to be sure, because it's not part of my academic portfolio).

My mother is suffering from dementia, and I have been actively looking for resources that will help me be a more understanding and effective support to both of my parents. Most of this book is not intended for that purpose. The last few chapters, however, are, and I'm sure I'll be referring to them frequently in the coming years. The book seems more oriented toward ministers and caring professionals. I'll keep looking for a book that addresses my needs, but this wasn't it.