Something tragic yet wonderful is transpiring within the Eisenhower unit, a hospital ward for military veterans stricken with dementia.

One of the veterans is Marion. Marion is ninety-three years old, nearly blind, and suffers from severe dementia. From time to time, God lowers the veil of dementia that surrounds Marion. For a few precious moments, he can tell hilarious stories, speak fluent French, and reminisce about his World War II combat experiences.

Struggling alongside Marion is the filmmaker’s father, a disabled Korean War veteran who has Alzheimer's disease. “They Are Still There” declares the spirit of loved ones with dementia still survives, and they still deserve our love.