Helen is the Hallorans’ only daughter, and she lives right next to the Hallorans in a house they built for her. Cheever implies that Helen is close with her parents, both personally and financially. As a result of her husband, Eric Sachs, having health issues, they don’t keep alcohol in the house, which frustrates Neddy when he needs a drink. Neddy isn’t really interested in Helen’s company, which he demonstrates by leaving them with an insincere and vague invitation to get together.