Dementia and Alzheimer Disease is a reality for many. It is a physical change that happens in the brain. Medical science has no cure for this disease at this time. What an opportunity for those of us who have been spared this disease to use the talents we have been given to spend a loving moment with these folks. Perls and Silver have also learned that rewarding social relationships are essential.
Friends are so important.
Maybe that is why the senior housing market is thriving. People need to have social interaction. Family may not always be handy or friendly . My Aunt Frances writes to 25 pen pals a month. She loves writing letters.