Alzheimer’s Stories: In Sickness and in Health.
September 15, 2007 by Liz Lewis
Filed under Diseases & Conditions
Abe Hoffman and his wife Helen live on separate floors of an assisted living facility. Helen has Alzheimer’s disease. Every day at 4 pm they have a ‘date’. Abe tells her about their life together and they sing. This is their story…
This really touched my heart. Brought to mind a real-life version of “The Notebook”. Yes, I know that many folks absolutely despise the movie and its depiction of dementia, etc., but I’m not one of them…I’ve seen too many people over the past 17 years (as a CNA and/or Activity Designee) that are truly, completely devoted to their spouses, “in sickness and in health”, to not embrace even a fictional story that encompasses at once the overwhelming sadness, confusion, and incredibly joyful moments these couples share when dealing with this disease. Thank you for sharing this video.
Thank you, Michelle, for visiting Alzheimer’s Notes and sharing your thoughts about this video and about Alzheimer’s in general. After caring for my mom and aunt with Alzheimer’s I find stories like these so relatable and touching. Our lives and their lives change, whether Alzheimer’s is involved or not. There is joy, there is sadness, confusion, and clarity. I’m pleased you appreciated the video.