The Gerda That Remains

Synopsis

Gerda Saunders, a former teacher and scientist, confronts the realities of dementia as it gradually alters her identity. Set against the backdrop of her life in the United States, Saunders shares her personal experience with memory loss, blending elements of poetry and vulnerability. Through her reflections, she articulates the essence of what remains of her self amidst the challenges of the disease, highlighting the emotional and cognitive shifts that accompany this profound transformation.