8legs: Delmar

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My 87-year-old neighbor has become family. I've told him he can move in with us if he needs to.

A Los Angeles family deepens ties with their 87-year-old neighbor, Delmar, through years of care and shared activities.
The friendship began in 2015 when Delmar introduced himself and welcomed the Gomez family to the neighborhood.
Following the death of Gomez's father in 2020, the couple took on more caregiving duties for Delmar.
Delmar’s routine visits include church, meals, movie outings, and help with groceries and doctor appointments.
Gomez and her husband aim to buy a home nearby to continue caregiving for Delmar and her disabled mother.
The pair published a children's book with Delmar to promote neighborliness and kindness among kids.
Their story has inspired others online to connect with their neighbors and foster inclusion.
Delmar, who has no nearby family, has become a central figure in the Gomez household.
The arrangement reflects the broader idea that caring for elderly neighbors can form a chosen family.
The story is presented as a personal narrative tied to real-life caregiving and community values.

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