Between Remembering and Forgetting

For ten years, James Woodward has been Master of the Foundation of Lady Katherine Leveson and Director of the Leveson Centre for the Study of Ageing, Spirituality and Social Policy. He is also Vicar of St Mary's Church, Temple Balsall.

Introduction: James Woodward, Director of the Leveson Centre for the Study of Ageing, Spirituality and Social Policy; Part I: What is dementia?; Overview and introductory material, including contributions from Kate Read (Director of Dementia Plus), Patricia Higgins and Richard Allen; Part II: The pastoral and spiritual needs of people with dementia; Theological reflection and practical response, including contributions from Brian Allen, Alison Johnson, Patricia Higgins and Richard Allen; and a relative's perspective from Judith Alford; Part III: Quality of life for people with dementia; Communication and meaningful relationships; the survival of faith; the role of reminiscence in retaining personhood; the gifts we bring; a role for churches; with contributions from Margaret Anne Tibbs, John Killick, Gaynor Hammond and Sally Knicker; Part IV: Worshipping with people with dementia; Principles and practical considerations; the application of this philosophy to other faiths; communication tips (contributions from Higgins & Allen; Chris Crosskey); Part V: A good death for people with dementia; Palliative care; dying at home; 'The long goodbye'; A Good Death (with contributions from Katherine Froggatt, Adrian Treloar, Margaret Goodall and Beatrice Godwin); Overview and conclusion: James Woodward (including an examination of the SPECAL approach pioneered by Penny Garner); Appendix: Resources and further reading.