Bruce Willis has been getting some of the best expert care, thanks to the efforts of his wife, Emma Heming Willis.
The Die Hard star, 67, who will soon welcome his first grandchild, has been diagnosed with Frontotemporal Dementia, a rare condition that affects the ability to speak and comprehend language, along with other issues.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Emma, 44, posed with dementia specialist Teepa Snow, to share some of the progress she has made in dealing with the degenerative disorder affecting her husband.
‘I’m grateful I had the opportunity to work with (Teepa Snow) who has helped me add to my dementia care toolbox,’ she shared.
‘She’s a loving, compassionate and skilled leader in this space who navigates herself with pure empathy. She’s a gift.’
Help: Emma Heming Willis, 44, revealed she has turned to dementia car specialist Teepa Snow for help in caring her husband Bruce Willis, 67, following his Frontotemporal Dementia, writing on Instagram, the specialist ‘has helped me add to my dementia care toolbox’
The former model then admonished others to ‘Head to the link in my bio as her website has a wealth of caregiving information you might find useful too.’
Teepa, a dementia specialist, is known throughout much of the world for the strides she has made in caring for patients and their families, according to her social media posts and website.
The licensed occupational therapist complimented Emma for her efforts, saying, ‘She has done an absolutely remarkable job of providing the right support for Bruce as his abilities have changed and created a place, space and life that continues to provide him with what he needs to live well.’
‘Frontal temporal dementia is never easy,’ the healthcare provider explained, ‘but with the right programming and support, it truly is possible to continue living life.’
‘Congrats to Emma and their entire family for their very very hard work and dedication. It is truly remarkable!’
Many of Emma’s followers commented that the information they learned from Teepa and her Positive Approach to Care had helped them as well.
‘Honestly. I wonder if I’d be here without (Teepa)’ wrote one. Another enthused, ‘She is truly amazing, a leader on how to understand and truly care. I have admired her and practiced her teachings for years.’
Emma, shares two daughters with Bruce, Mabel, 10, and Evelyn, eight.
She and her extended family, which includes the Sixth Sense star’s ex-wife Demi Moore, 60, and their three daughters, Rumer, 34, Scout, 31, and Tallulah, 29, announced the journeyman actor would be taking a step back from his career nearly a year ago in March.
Stepping back: Emma, Bruce’s ex-wife Demi, 60, and daughters Rumer, 34, Scout, 31, and Tallulah 29, announced the Die Hard star would be stepping back from his career in March 2022 due to aphasia. They announced the FTD diagnosis February 16 (Pictured in Los Angeles in September 2019)
Remarkable job: The licensed occupational therapist complimented Emma for her efforts, saying, ‘She has done an absolutely remarkable job of providing the right support for Bruce as his abilities have changed’ (Pictured in New York in October 2019)
At the time, the Emmy winner had been diagnosed with aphasia, which was affecting his cognitive abilities.
The family has shared photos and videos of the Pulp Fiction star interacting with them to keep fans updated on his condition.
On February 16, the family announced that the Moonlighting star’s condition had progressed and the new diagnosis was Frontotemporal Dementia or FTD.
‘While this is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis.’ they said.
Updates: Emma has kept Bruce’s fans up to date since he stepped back from his career with numerous social media posts
Painful: In their February 16 announcement sharing Bruce’s Frontotemporal Dementia diagnosis the family said, ‘While this is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis’
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