Pa. caregiver befriends Air Force veteran through 'Seniors Helping Seniors'

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Monday, March 18, 2024
Caregiver befriends Air Force vet through 'Seniors Helping Seniors'
When veteran Barry Platt was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, his wife called 'Seniors Helping Seniors' to find not only a caregiver, but a friend.

WARMINSTER, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- When veteran Barry Platt was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, his wife called 'Seniors Helping Seniors' to find not only a caregiver, but a friend.

Now, Barry and his buddy Dan go to the diner, the movies, the grocery store, and more together!

Watch the video above to see their partnership in action.

To learn more about Seniors Helping Seniors, visit their website.

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