Doll Therapy for Dementia and Alzheimer’s: “Reborn Baby" Bella has arrived !!

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9 ай бұрын

My wife, Theresa, was diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer's Disease back in 2018. Theresa was 49 years old at the time of her diagnosis. Theresa talks of babies frequently and has a delusion of pregnancy. Theresa's best friend, Cher, makes a visit to our home today and presented Theresa with "Baby Bella" a lifelike "Reborn Baby Doll" Theresa is overjoyed with Baby Bella and I hope that it would provide her with comfort and a sense of purpose.
Update - Theresa passed away from this disease on March 3rd, 2024 at the age of 55. This channel will remain up in remembrance of her and to educate others about Alzheimer's Disease.
Thank you all for your support.
Much Love,
Trey Pippen
For those that would like to send mail, my address is:
Trey Pippen
P.O. Box 768
Pinellas Park, FL 33780
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@chervaden 9 ай бұрын

I love seeing this again. The morning was more than I could’ve expected. Theresa’s excitement and instant love for Bella was so wonderful to witness. I’m so very blessed to have been a part of this special moment. ❤️🙏🏻🤗

@alessa7738 9 ай бұрын

Theresa is so blessed to have such a loving best friend. 💛And I'm sure you feel the same.

@kimberlyhendren2097 9 ай бұрын

it actually made me cry to watch..you guys are angels.

@AuntDi2 9 ай бұрын

What a blessing you are to Theresa!

@chervaden 9 ай бұрын

@@alessa7738 I am truly blessed that she is my friend. I have many wonderful memories with Theresa from before and countless memories of more recently. I love her immensely. 🤗🥰🙏🏻

@alessa7738 9 ай бұрын

@@chervaden 🥰

@CarterKey6 9 ай бұрын

Cher is such a sweet soul so many friends just totally abandon their friends in these situations

@katherineb.3140 9 ай бұрын

My father had dementia brought on by a stroke so it wasn’t Alzheimers. Many of his friends stopped calling…it was devastating.

@shrimpie69 9 ай бұрын

I think your Dad's experience is typical. Sad but true.

@ARZU10837 4 ай бұрын

@katherineb.3140 Oh, yes I know the feeling it happened to me with breast cancer. All who I thought were friends never visited me.

@j.reneeclifton3680 8 ай бұрын

My grandma used to talk about how good her baby was. She said he never cried. We actually buried her with her baby. It seemed fitting.😊

@tpippen75 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing. Theresa has made a similar comment about Bella not crying.

@kimberlyhendren2097 9 ай бұрын

this actually made me cry...in a good way. unexpected tears. the level in which you love Theresa and care for her and go to lengths to see her happy is incredibly heart warming. A love like that is hard to find. this is so sweet. it is great to see her smile like this! Wow!

@barbaragillingham9095 9 ай бұрын

I used to care for a woman and she had a "baby" also which became a special part of her life. I enjoyed seeing that big smile on Theresa's face and your love for her is so obvious. She's lucky to have you. I continue to have Hospice in the home for my husband and he continues to decline but we did have a "bright spot" the other day when he responded back "I love you too". Cherishing each and every day and know you do also. Blessings and Prayers.

@tpippen75 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Barbara - know that you are your husband are in our thoughts and prayers as well.

@pinkiedee 9 ай бұрын

She loves the baby!!! 🥲😭🥲 I’m so very happy for her. She deserves all the joy and comfort. Welcome to the family, Bella 🥰

@Cathleen861 4 ай бұрын

I collect reborn dolls. Yesterday I was admitted to hospice and this video just affirmed the idea I had to donate my "babies" to a memory care dementia center near me while I am still able. This touched my heart and I am so saddened by Theresa's passing.

@donnahong5998 4 ай бұрын

God bless you on your journey. I told my mom when she was in hospice if she ever got scared to call out to Jesus. I pray you have family who can be by your side.🙏

@georgina4874 4 ай бұрын

💕💕

@mymoonearthsun 4 ай бұрын

There is a beautiful place in Heaven for you!❤

@archerandthemouse 4 ай бұрын

What a loving gift, I know they will be well received. Much love to you as travel this path in your life.

@Joemnc 9 ай бұрын

I could not watch all of this but it was so nice to see Theresa so excited. I bought my Mother a reborn doll and she cared for that doll like it was a real baby. It made a huge difference. It gave her both a sense of purpose and a sense of security. With her, she always thought there were small babies around who needed to be cared for and she was always looking for them. The doll definitely helped.

@Shiryone 9 ай бұрын

What a wonderful friend. What a gift from the Father. Theresa's face was priceless when she saw the baby.

@tpippen75 9 ай бұрын

I will cherish that look and have re-watched the video several times!

@MegaCj65 9 ай бұрын

What a sweet friend Cher is to Theresa. ❤

@tpippen75 9 ай бұрын

Indeed - she is a blessing to our lives.

@motorcityjudy 9 ай бұрын

Tears are flowing here. Baby Bella is a hit! Hi Cher! I know Theresa’s illness is heartbreaking for you too.

@chervaden 9 ай бұрын

Hi Judy! 👋🏻 Her diagnoses 5 years ago was unbelievable at minimum. She just seemed so much “herself”. It wasn’t until I’d spend more and more time with her that I was able to recognize her changes. Now the changes are much more obvious and the progression is more rapid. Theresa has a part of my soul that will never belong to anyone else. She and I have always had an incredible bond and the time spent with her now only strengthens my endless love for her. The truth is, no matter how much this disease has taken from her, her heart has remained unchanged. Her laugh is still one of the most joyful sounds to my ears, and the love that she exudes is infinitely warm. 🙏🏻🤗❤️

@anng5422 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for being Theresa's friend@@chervaden

@tinariley5559 9 ай бұрын

How precious! I teared up watching the happiness come over Theresa. Cher is a beautiful friend to both of you. Thank you for sharing this special moment ❤

@chervaden 9 ай бұрын

Thank you, Tina. I assure you, T’n T have been amazing friends to me from moment one. Keep true friends close always. 🤗🙏🏻❤️

@loridavis5699 9 ай бұрын

Theresa is so blessed to have such love surrounding her❤

@pamelafreeman4548 9 ай бұрын

This made me cry. This is great therapy for Theresa and she loves her at first sight!!!❤

@HarlemLightsMD 9 ай бұрын

I’m sitting in the ER with my husband as he is evaluated for possible stroke activity. This made me smile. Warm hugs to Theresa.

@Whirrledpeas 9 ай бұрын

Sending positive thoughts to you and your loved one. ❤🙏

@tpippen75 9 ай бұрын

Hi Sheila - hope everything is ok with Darren. Much love to you guys. Please keep us updated when you can. Much love

@catiag1558 9 ай бұрын

Hey big hug to you. I know what it means to have a beloved one sick.

@chervaden 9 ай бұрын

Praying for you and your husband, Harlem. May God's strength be with you both especially right now.

@oneseeker2 5 ай бұрын

How is he?

@debbiepalmer6295 9 ай бұрын

For the 21 years that I did memory care baby therapy was by far the most calming and loving therapy there was. We had several babies and the calming effect when a bad day of anxiety was happening was so touching. This is a wonderful thing.

@tpippen75 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Debbie for all your years of caring for those at memory care.

@charlenehughson1486 9 ай бұрын

I’m so happy for Theresa. She has a wonderful husband, thoughtful friend & a darling baby Bella. You guys brought joy & happiness to her. Wishing many blessings for all of you❤

@oneseeker2 5 ай бұрын

Wonderful husband and friend!

@sweetea7035 9 ай бұрын

I've always thought the reborn baby dolls would be great therapy for women in Nursing homes. They look and feel so real. To me, as a woman, there is nothing sweeter than holding a baby and feeling responsible for that baby.

@cjhoward409 4 ай бұрын

I think more people need to bring their young children into nursing homes. Some of these old folks never get to see youngsters. I worked as a nurse in one for 3 years. Oh how they lit up big smiles seeing little ones and puppies and kitties. Any babies. 😊

@judymurray191 4 ай бұрын

My late mother finally got her “baby” in a memory care unit. It was shocking to me how much that baby soothed her. There were more stuffed animals, which many of the residents loved, but it was the baby doll that did it for my mom.

@SimplyKatG 4 ай бұрын

As a mom of a heavily disabled boy i am terrified of the thought of getting alzheimers and forgetting him or our memories as he needs me here as long as possible. Memories are so precious. This moment meeting bella its so innocent and beautiful i love it❤

@MAvila744 9 ай бұрын

Aww, seeing Theresa happy with Bella is so touching. This is tough for you, Trey, but you are doing everything possible to make your wife happy. Cher is a good support system for you both. Wishing you both days of joy! 😘

@Kim-qt7yn 9 ай бұрын

The sweetest spouse and friends! Theresa was transported by baby Bella to a very happy place. God bless Trey and Cher, your efforts to calm and engage Theresa exhibit so much love, strength and commitment to care for someone suffering from this disease.🙏😄

@suescherdel6278 5 ай бұрын

Cher is another person who has been dealing with Theresa’s diagnosis. She has been, sadly, losing her best friend. My heart goes out to her. It’s so sweet to see that Trey and Cher have each other to lean on and to support each other especially with Theresa’s recent aggression toward both her husband and best friend. As always, praying for everyone who has been dealing with someone they love who was diagnosed with dementia and Alzheimer’s. 🙏🏻

@cindydimery708 9 ай бұрын

I hope she finds calm with the doll. She was excited about those apple fritters too. ☺️

@chervaden 9 ай бұрын

Cindy, HAHAHAHA The apple fritters were nearly an even bigger hit! Theresa never tires of me bringing apple fritters. :-)

@lanaritter9410 9 ай бұрын

This is precious beyond words! I could just see the happiness in Teresa’s eyes, So wonderful to have such an awesome friend!!!❤

@bonniewilliamslloyd2521 9 ай бұрын

Oh the smile on Theresa's face and the twinkle in her eye are a joy to see. The joy on your face when Theresa is happy is priceless. Blessings to you both.

@Janeburns-mi9dh 4 ай бұрын

I think the dolls are an excellent idea. Wish all loved ones would do this for their loved one with dementia.🤗

@francesthompson1324 9 ай бұрын

I know, Theresa forgets who you are at times, but the loving gaze several times, I feel, her heart hasn't forgotten . She loves her best friend and is so excited with little Bella Theresa😊😍Wishing you many, happy moments together, this was a great heartwarming surprise😢

@tpippen75 9 ай бұрын

I re-watched the video last night after I read your comment. She really did have a fixed gaze on me for awhile there. Thank you for pointing it out! Much love

@francesthompson1324 9 ай бұрын

@@tpippen75 Thank you. You take care. Kindest regards.

@jobiepatrick6150 5 ай бұрын

I told my husband that if I lost my mind please get me a reborn doll because the endorphins are incredible🥰 best feelings in the world🙏🙏🙏

@lisamaunus7658 9 ай бұрын

How special this is and what a kind and loving friend you are Cher

@chervaden 9 ай бұрын

Thank you, Lisa. I’m merely giving T what she has always given me. She has never been anything less than my soul-sister. 🤗🙏🏻❤️

@jtoo6060 9 ай бұрын

@@chervaden, you did a world of good for T and Trey. It means so much when a friend helps in situations like this and I’m sure Trey is so happy and appreciative. And of course T has that cute Bella to spoil

@papabear2515 9 ай бұрын

Doll therapy is amazing! Wonderful to know Teresa has Bella! And vice versa! All the best to you all, Kathleen

@heatherscoggins395 9 ай бұрын

Oh I’m sobbing just at Theresa’s reaction to seeing Bella. I can’t even finish the video…. So sweet of her bestie to give her this amazing present! My father passed from this horrible disease in 2015. God bless you both🩵

@tpippen75 9 ай бұрын

I'm so sorry for your loss heather. Much love and God bless you as well.

@lesliemassey-or6cv 9 ай бұрын

Such a joy to see her glow with love and excitement for baby Bella 💜 hope this brings her to a place of contentment she can settle into for a long, long time.

@kathyf7862 9 ай бұрын

So precious💞 Your perseverance in finding ways to bring joy to Theresa is a beautiful example of a Godly man's love for his wife. 🙏🙏🙏

@lauraanderson7492 9 ай бұрын

My grandmother loved her “baby”. She bought great joy to her.

@user-be6yh1nr6v 4 ай бұрын

Apple fritter's, coffee, Bella, and a lot of love , kindness, laughter, and caring going on!Thank you for sharing these wonderful moments that help us as well.

@donnamallory4526 4 ай бұрын

Everyone should be so blessed to have a friend like Cher.

@bettyconnearney7943 4 ай бұрын

When I worked as volunteer at hospice, I.bought about 40 dolls for the women patients!! They were all in Love❤

@angharadswansea9343 4 ай бұрын

My mom went into the dementia unit back in about 2009 or 10. I asked them what could I get her for Christmas because I was at a loss. The nursing staff told me a baby doll. So I bought the baby doll and I crocheted a blanket for the doll. That doll and blanket became everybody’s baby at the dementia unit. Some other lady claimed it was her baby, my mother claimed she had crocheted the blanket (my mother has never crocheted in her life). The gift went over well with everybody.

@riri2170 9 ай бұрын

Reminded me of my momma. Teresa reminds me of her so much. In many different ways. Mostly their Alzheimer’s diagnosis. My momma was 59 when she was diagnosed. I hope the night is going well w baby Bella. I pray she brings much joy to Teresa and to you Trey. With love, Sonia

@tpippen75 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Sonia- much love to you and your family as well.

@DW-bc2gl 9 ай бұрын

That worked perfectly! Welcome baby Bella

@tomgreaney1 4 ай бұрын

When my mother passed away from Alzheimer’s last year the overwhelming feeling was thank god it was over for her…. Life is very cruel, rest in peace Theresa

@pennyteed4788 9 ай бұрын

Love seeing Theresa happy with her baby bella

@shodson314 9 ай бұрын

That baby looks so real! I am glad it went so well 💚

@ta6531 4 ай бұрын

I have never been treated this kind by my own family...Trey is really an angel I'm thinking.... 😇 You are amazing .... both of you.

@wingandaprayer7777 9 ай бұрын

So comforting to see the excitement in Theresa's eyes! What a wonderful friend Cher truly is!! ❤

@deannab8649 9 ай бұрын

Ah I love this moment when Bella and Theresa meet ! ❤❤👶🙂

@anng5422 9 ай бұрын

Awe so sweet!!! My my, so impressed!!!! you met Theresa where she is at, and made her happy. Awesome!!!!!!!

@anniebananie444 9 ай бұрын

I cried watching Theresa meet her new baby Bella, beautiful and deeply moving, thank you for sharing ❤

@tracyzoon5805 9 ай бұрын

I'm happy for your wife that she got the baby she has been wanting. Hope the baby brings more happy content moments to your life.

@brookenicole7209 9 ай бұрын

My heart just exploded 😍

@lifesbeautiful2285 9 ай бұрын

Hi I have a long time friend who has Alzheimer’s . I miss not talking to her or texting her . Thank you for helping me to understand the condition better ! I still try to keep in touch with my friend. I am very happy that Theresa has Baby Bella to care for her.

@curtishudson9114 5 ай бұрын

My heart goes out to you, and you will be in my prayers. My mother-in-law lived with my wife and myself her last days so I know firsthand how difficult it can be but keep showing her the love you always have and that will give you a little peace!

@allisondecaille8495 9 ай бұрын

Beautiful

@brielleanyez7113 5 ай бұрын

Im in tears. God this isn't fair. God bless you all, youre in my prayers ❤

@marlysmithsonian5746 4 ай бұрын

This disease is so horrible.

@maggieklara5884 9 ай бұрын

Congratulations on new baby. What a sweet friend she has.

@willsmom93 9 ай бұрын

What a great idea!

@cculler7731 9 ай бұрын

What a wonderful surprise!!❤

@terriefirmin3190 9 ай бұрын

How sweet ❤

@CR10.07 9 ай бұрын

What a wonderful friend and perfect person to introduce Bella. How lovely, and how excited I am for you both

@theseagulls7035 9 ай бұрын

So very lovely to see Theresa just beaming with happiness. Made my day.

@kvksed 9 ай бұрын

Wow that’s an incredible friend

@rachellucky 9 ай бұрын

Theresa has so much love around her - you are all so blessed to have this much love around you. You see Theresa- for ALL of who she is. It’s beautiful and lovely you are sharing this journey, and I know it will help others navigate this difficult time in your lives. Her smile & her joy is so precious

@mmdiane 3 ай бұрын

My passed in 2015 in long term care home. She had a doll and she really loved her. ❤

@turquoismama33 9 ай бұрын

I really hope and pray this helps with what you all have to deal with. We do what we can for those we love, right? Sending hugs as usual.

@dianeb7420 9 ай бұрын

So wonderful to see Teresa reaction to baby Bella.🙏💝

@rosebud5887 9 ай бұрын

A beautiful moment, God bless ❤

@bmary8507 9 ай бұрын

A success, indeed! Lots of love all around on display in that moment. Very heartwarming!

@lizgarrett5525 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your journey, heartwarming to see your sweet Theresa’s happy face with baby Bella. ❤

@patlovato4073 9 ай бұрын

How beautiful to see Theresa so happy Love to u both.

@frokengron 9 ай бұрын

Theresa's response to baby Bella was so sweet.** To her friend Cher:** I was tearing up watching how loving and caring you were towards your friend.Theresa is blessed to have such an enduring beautiful friendship with you. Today i called my older brother from Canada to congratulate him on his birthday.He lives in Europe and i have not been able to visit him for a few years. He is afflicted with Alzheimer's disease also. I spoke to him about 6 months ago and sadly i could hear this time that there seem to be a decline in his speech pattern. We still had a wonderful conversation but i am now determined to call him once a month,as one day he will/may (?) lose the ability to speak altogether... Trey you are an amazing husband and a good man indeed! Love and blessings to you both. xx

@tpippen75 9 ай бұрын

Thank you and much love and support to you, your brother and family.

@tonikeyworth8349 9 ай бұрын

Just beautiful!

@bethlewis8731 9 ай бұрын

Bella is such a beautiful dolly perfect For Theresa ❤🥹 Wonderful gift for a beautiful lady ❤ So happy hope it fills her heart with joy and keeping you both in my prayers thanks for updating Trey it’s always wonderful to watch your videos there’s so much hope in every situation we just have to do the work God does the rest ❤🙌🙏 Great Video happy Update ❤️🥹🙌

@tpippen75 9 ай бұрын

I'm thrilled she took to Bella so well. I've watched the video many times over and Theresa's face is just amazing to watch.

@annie45689 9 ай бұрын

Wow - lots of tears of joy here! So great to watch this journey. Thank you for sharing. ❤

@OneLove101. 4 ай бұрын

Such a beautiful memory 💕

@lisaseymour6493 9 ай бұрын

Awww, how wonderful!!! I definitely cried with joy watching this!

@tammylewis3186 4 ай бұрын

Prayers for Teresa ❤

@cindatribble1495 9 ай бұрын

Oh... Made me cry! Seriously! What a sweet idea.

@joellejese1747 9 ай бұрын

Wonderful idea! So happy to watch. Thank you for letting everyone be a part of this special moment.

@kathykupanoff6023 9 ай бұрын

Trey and @chervaden ... i love this so much! We did the same thing with our mother 💝. She LOVED her baby 😪🥰. This truly warms my heart and makes me sooo very happy for Theresa - and for all three of you. Sending Love, Hugs & Prayers, as always!

@teresabagatta-reale1347 5 ай бұрын

God Bless you all! Wonderful Husband and friend. 🙏🙏

@melissagonzalez4143 9 ай бұрын

Theresa is so nice and sweet bless you both

@jeancampbell6641 3 ай бұрын

These dolls really help Alzheimer’s patients . I’m happy Theresa was given this precious gift .

@Sweetlilyshow 3 ай бұрын

So sorry for your loss friends. I just came across this video. Sending my condolences to you and yours. It is a beautiful thing that you were able to provide her with this type of comfort in the last months of her life. ❤❤❤

@carmensummerlot1464 9 ай бұрын

This was beautiful!! Congratulations on Bella! Lots of love to you all.

@kakigr3289 9 ай бұрын

Awe... this is the sweetest !!! She loved that baby!! I thought about getting Mom with dementia a baby like that but wasn't sure how she would respond.

@claireklein9398 9 ай бұрын

That was wonderful, thank you for sharing!

@pattivanauker5641 9 ай бұрын

This was a great idea trey! Brought tears to my eyes.

@napatriot1136 9 ай бұрын

So heartwarming watching the depths you love on Theresa. What a great friend Cher is and wonderful idea, Baby Bella. Love seeing Theresa smile and happy. Thank you for sharing your journey.