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202458 minPGdocumentary

Facing the Wind

202458 minPGdocumentary

A couple embarks on a road trip while managing the challenges of caring for spouses with Lewy body dementia and finding support through an online group.

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A couple embarks on a road trip while managing the challenges of caring for spouses with Lewy body dementia and finding support through an online group.

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Deirdre Fisheldirector

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Linda and Carla provide care for their spouses living with Lewy body dementia. Linda begins a podcast with Curry, who has the disease, to share information and connect with others. As support groups form, Linda and her husband Jim decide to take a road trip. Carla quits her job to focus on Patrick’s care. Their online support group becomes essential as they navigate the challenges of caregiving. The film runs for 58 minutes and was released in 2024.

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