Norma was living across the hall with Chris Salvatore, a singer-songwriter, actor, model, and advocate for LGBT rights. She would wave to him whenever he passed by.

Chris made the decision to keep Norma company after learning that she lived alone with her cat. Chris Salvatore got to know his 89-year-old neighbor well over time. They engaged in lengthy discussions and even shared birthday celebrations.

Norma had no relatives to turn to when she learned she had leukemia, according to the physicians. Chris then made the decision to intervene and assist her in any way he could.