Blanco, Yolanda; Blanco, Victor (wife/husband). Day break Adult Day Center, 2010-01-13T11:00:00

File — Interview-ID: MBY006104

Interview Description

Yolanda Blanco remembers the life of her husband Victor, who suffers from Parkinson's and dementia, and discusses the love and care that family, friends, and coworkers have displayed for him.

Facilitator Subject Log

1:20 Fecha y lugar de nacimiento de Victor.

2:00 (Full switch to English) Childhood jobs: taking water and lunches to mine workers.

3:05 Parents' divorce and move to the United States. Genealogy

7:10 Remembrance of vacations and places visited.

10:30 Honoring of family and friends' respect for, love for, and willingness to help Victor.

14:10 Victor's love for his animals - horse Lucky and dog Chippy. Anecdotes of horse riding and dog's loyalty to Victor.

25:40 Honoring of family's affection. Mention of younger nephew.

29:00 Appreciation for Day Break mission and staff.

30:00 Explanation of Victor's condition.

33:30 Difficulties of taking care of Victor at home. Recount of a typical morning.

36:25 Last words of appreciation for husband.