Thinking back, Gloria Passarella estimates her husband, Rich, has been in the beginning stages of Alzheimer’s for about 10 years. Subtle changes in his personality, forgetfulness, and less excitement about things that once interested him offered small clues that something was changing.
Every 65 seconds, someone in the United States develops dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Medical advances have helped doctors diagnose dementia much earlier, but families are often faced with the “now what?” effect.”
After Rich was diagnosed, Gloria was open to trying anything to help her husband, even if it wasn’t conventional or proven. When a friend recommended the Connected Horse, Gloria jumped at the opportunity. The Connected Horse is a non-profit organization founded by lifelong California-based horsewomen Nancy Schier Anzelmo and Paula Hertel. Both have dedicated…
