“In times of crisis, all of us need something constructive to do. Seniors, like anybody else, like to help people … so encourage them to call their neighbours and check on them. They can reach out to others.”
How to help seniors feel less isolated during the COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic means a new reality for Canadians, particularly those over 60, who are most at risk. Healthy seniors may protect themselves from the virus through social distancing, but many in care homes are facing major changes to routines and restrictions on visitors. This is especially hard on people with dementia or Alzheimer’s, w…
