This ongoing project, which began in 2017, documents the
daily life of my grandmother-in-law, Oma Hedwig, who is
now 95 years old. “Oma” means Grandma in German.

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Having grown up in Malaysia, where multigenerational
Living is common; I noticed the cultural differences in how
Aging is viewed differently between Asian and Western cultures.
Although she receives support from my parents-in-law,
Oma values her independence, which reflects a Western
emphasis on personal space.

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The project highlights her transition from independence to
using a rollator walker due to mobility issues and mild
dementia. While her desire for independence is admirable,
it can also lead to feelings of isolation. I aim to capture the
emotional complexities of aging through her story.