The Rosh Hashanah appeal of Jewish Care is particularly poignant this year following the death of one of its subjects, Rosie Pittal.
From the time she underwent emergency heart surgery 30 years ago, Mrs Pittal had been looked after by husband Hyman, a D-Day veteran. “It’s my job to care for my wife,” he said. “She’s precious to me.”
Six years ago, he began to notice changes in her behaviour — she had dementia. He was determined to continue caring for her, even though he was almost 90. They had not been apart since their marriage in 1945. But when he was hospitalised, Mrs Pittal moved into Jewish Care’s Lady Sarah Cohen House in Friern Barnet.
Not wanting to be separated — “we go together” — Mr Pittal also moved into the home after his release from hospital. “We sit together and enjoy the entertainment,” he said.
