Grandpa David lives in the same house he has lived in for over 60 years; he1the company of his dog, Friday. The dog was a regular2in his home and yard.
During the time when Grandpa had Friday, he started having dementia (痴呆). My family came to visit him every day, working together to keep him living independently and3.
Three years ago, Friday4We thought of ways to let Grandpa know Friday was gone. We even had a burial service for Friday in the back yard with him. But on the5visits, he still asked about Friday. And even he6that the neighbors must have taken his dog somehow. Grandpa missed Friday so much, so we decided to do something for him. Months ago, Aunt Erin got a brilliant idea to handle Grandpa's problem. She purchased a robotic dog for him. The dog has soft fur and can move around and bark. To our surprise, Grandpa quickly7the dog as his new Friday. His dementia has led to his8on his new "dog" very much. And he believes he is an animal9a robot.
Grandpa takes good care of the dog. He always shares his10food with Friday, which happens to be eaten by the11cat at night. And throughout the day and often late at night, Friday is placed gently in the grass so he can do his own12 Life with Friday has been good for Grandpa though he still deals with13of dementia. Actually having the "dog" helps him14his attention and be happy. Our family is grateful that a robotic dog has brought Grandpa companionship and15.
