When the initial symptoms of dementia begin to develop in one’s parents, the proper thing to do is to face the issues and discuss them. Shying away from open conversation only worsens the situation.

When the symptoms of dementia begin to appear, how do we determine when we should be making decisions for them?

This article was taken from an interview of Ben Caspit and Aryeh Eldad with Rabbi Cherlow on Radio 103 FM.

Chapter 5 – Prolongation of Life Based on the Account of Rabbi Chanina Ben Tradyon

Chapter 3 – Halacha and the Perception of Halacha

Chapter 7 – Palliative Care

Chapter 2 – What is the Extent of Honoring One’s Parents?

Chapter 1 – Dealing with Old Age and Sickness in Light of Technological and Ethical Innovations

An overarching essay divided by topic regarding the treatment of the elderly and the sick in modern day, according to halacha and Jewish sources.

This compendium is the result of collaboration of the Tzohar with the organization Emda, who cooperate with us throughout the year.