Early Onset Dementia, Love and Patience--Karen and Jack's story...

Karen and Jack were looking forward spending more time together after their kids when off to school. But then Jack was diagnosed with early onset dementia and everything changed. Despite the changes,Karen, a 2017 winner of VHA's Heart of Home Care Award, remains upbeat, optimistic and completely committed to her "soul mate."

[@Renzenism]

This is love. Not Hollywood's 3 month love, but real, raw, completely imperfect and impractical, love.

[@nonni139]

What a sweet lady, her husband is lucky to be married to her.

[@peachesb-georgia1125]

I went thru something similar with my husband in his final months at home...he was losing the battle with prostate cancer. I would do it a thousand times again... bless you ma'am and all the care givers who do it with out complaining because you know the time will come when you no longer have to...

[@chellegriggs]

I agree, patience comes with time, I am gaining a lot of patience. My husband has Lewy Body Dementia. My grandmother had it, I believe God was preparing me. Lots of love and compassion and nurturing .

[@sundayburns1971]

Wow‼️beautiful human being! What a great wife for Jack🤗You are an inspiration💞

[@janemarson8671]

What a lady your reward awaits you someday. Your making Jack life easier with heartfelt devotion. As I right this tears leave my eyes god keep you both. He sees what your doing. Much love from England.

[@jorjaygonzalez]

What an amazing woman. I could only hope I could find a woman as selfless as her.

[@AnnetteMurphyger]

Thanks for sharing. Such a beautiful but sad story.

[@dom404gamer8]

It's definitely not for the faint hearted it toughened me up

[@liztrainer895]

She deserves this award.She is doing a great job taking care of him. Sad this happened to him so young.

[@mdgraystone]

You are a beautiful soul!

[@dom404gamer8]

Im a minute in and already crying my father had early onset

[@VHAHomeHealthCare]

I've met a few families with early onset and it never gets easier. But in both cases the wives and caregivers were nothing short of awesome...

[@vedihav6280]

You are a very good person with big hearth. God bless You.👍🏻🌷🌷

[@Sandyde321]

Bless you lovely lovely lady ☺

[@sonnidelapena996]

That is real love🤗

[@yvonne.stewart2745]

Your a beautiful wife I'm so glad you have each other.

[@kathleenwaterhouse6810]

Beautiful story...❤

[@robinsk5644]

A beautiful story indeed Kathleen. What a sweet lady. My Dad had Lewy Body Dementia and went home to be with the Lord in 2012. I can relate. Take care friend.

[@Lucy-St]

What an awesome women you are. Not everyone can or does what you have done for your husband. That definitely is true love.

[@kristenheerema7145]

I hope to love like this woman one day. WOW!

[@kimcraft38]

my mom has early onset alzheimers and me and my sister take care of her at home. wish i were as positive as you. was at first now just feel like i am missing out on life. hate being a caregiver

[@phuketufc1746]

kcraft38 I hope you are feeling better dear.

[@carylmccolly617]

@@phuketufc1746 I respect and understand completely and thank you for your honesty.

[@redazi1]

What a lady ? This makes me cry

[@missaida44]

Your biggest reward awaits you in heaven. God bless you ❤️

[@AnnetteMurphyger]

God Bless you.

[@maryloufremlin4152]

Wonderful life story 🌹❤️❤️❤️. In the mist of heartache God Bless You ♥️🌹

[@paulgross1931]

I have to say you encourage me you have you touched my heart with this story to know how much you truly love your husband wow that's amazing you are definitely a wonderful woman

[@robinsk5644]

I agree with you Paul. What a story of care giving. My Dad had Lewy Body Dementia and suffered with it for several years. The Lord took him home in 2012, and now he's in the arms of Jesus. Take care friend.

[@AnnetteMurphyger]

You are an inspiration!

[@jacquelinelarsen1721]

What a wonderful wife

[@marielg1648]

God bless you ;)

[@antlelauralee]

Wonderful woman!

[@Sabrina1377]

True love 😍

[@johnpeters7250]

wow beautiful

[@ellesunshine5597]

❤

[@EastCoastGal66]

❤️

[@trents5864]

Great a little information would have been nice.

[@gailbader8149]

How is Jack doing?

[@andrewjamesfoley3825]

I'd hate to have to be depended on.

[@dariahughes5564]

Andrew James Foley Well I hope nobody ever needs u. Wow. Nice n big of u to admit that. WOW

[@trenthooper3848]

Is he still alive

[@carolinegray3150]

It’s a shame

[@gwynethgrove772]

What great love she has, he must be a wonderful man to create this affection within his family. Blessings to you all.

[@theresarogers8669]

May God bless you abundantly you are such a special woman I bet Jack knew he had picked the best when he picked you may God keep you and your family strong xx

[@susanfranklin8095]

you are a great role model!

[@VHAHomeHealthCare]

We completely agree!

[@tarnyaattwell4841]

Wonderful lady, u have given me a really big smile today xx

[@richstwart2079]

What a wonderful and compassionate woman... i was touched by her dedication to her spouse and a bit sad for what she has endured..... what a terrible disease

[@ajimenez1719ify]

Just a great video. My heart goes out to you and your family. You seem to give Jack the best quality of life that you possibly can, and hats off to you for that.

[@rickryan4220]

God bless you both and your family.

[@wendymathews1030]

God bless you and your husband. You are an inspiration to everyone; I so admire you. Your love for Jack shines through. Wishing you both all the best. ✝️

[@jinhan5129]

Love does transcend everything.

[@crystalgarcia4703]

Aww that's so cool.. I Reminds me of when I took Care of my mom ..I miss her...your such a fabulous lady..god bless u

[@johnfrancis7765]

You're an angel