Dad with dementia DID this miracle at his daughter’s wedding; video goes viral! |

A wedding video is going viral on social media and we can’t stop holding our tears back. The heart touching video is of a father and daughter. The video has been viewed over 6 million times in less than a day!
The video posted by TheFigen_ is about a daughter who is moved to tears when her dad recognises her on her wedding day. In the video we see the dad, who is old and fragile, suddenly remembering the daughter and complimenting her that she looks pretty.The father and daughter hug each other and we can see the daughter holding back her tears.
“A father with dementia recognized his daughter on her wedding day,” the video has been captioned on social media.
“God gave him a miracle on his daughter’s wedding day….Emotional moment,” writes one user; “It’s these little moments of lucidity that can really brighten a person’s life. Alzheimers and dementia are terrifying diseases,” writes another.
Watch the video here:

Dementia in older adults is a progressive condition that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It is caused by damage to brain cells, leading to difficulty in recalling events, recognizing people, or managing daily tasks. Common forms include Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia.
Early signs of dementia include frequent forgetfulness, confusion about time and place, or difficulty finding words.

Forgetfulness in older adults, however, can also be a normal part of aging. With age, occasional memory lapses such as misplacing items or forgetting names can occur but do not usually affect daily life. Distinguishing between normal forgetfulness and dementia is key. If memory issues interfere with daily tasks, it’s important to consult a doctor, as early diagnosis can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
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Organizations also educate caregivers, offering training and respite care, allowing families to better support their elderly loved ones. They advocate for policies and infrastructure that cater to the aging population, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and dignified environment for seniors.