UTMB’s Andrea Wirt and Helen Appelberg answer questions about dementia and offer advice. “What can families do to bring spiritual comfort to their loved ones with dementia?” Appelberg: Those with dementia enjoy attending their place of worship and being part of their church family. Most often they can recall the words and are deeply comforted by singing familiar hymns and religious songs they sang in their place of worship during their childhood. It is also calming and nurturing to have someone say familiar prayers with them and read religious stories to them. [Note: Paid subscription required. Contact Marketing and Communications for details.]