Love speaks through glass panes at Covid–19 facility in the US

Undivided love: Dorothy talking through a window to her husband of more than 60 years, Gene, at the long-term care facility linked to several confirmed Covid–19 cases in the US. — Photos: Reuters

A FAMILY’s love overcame physical barriers at the Life Care Center of Kirkland, the long-term care facility linked to several confirmed Covid-19 cases in Washington state, United States.

Gene and Dorothy Campbell, who tied the knot 65 years ago, turned 89 and 88 respectively this week. Gene has been in the nursing home since Feb 21 after suffering from a stroke, said his son Todd, 59, an industrial engineer. But in late February the Seattle-area facility was locked down after seven residents died as a result of the novel coronavirus.