Can Person-Centered Care Happen In Communities With COVID-19 Restrictions?

Photo credit Daniel Von Appen Dear Carol: My mom's had dementia for a decade and has been living in the memory care unit of a nursing home for three years. The staff there are like family and they’ve been well trained in person-centered care. Now, though, the family is restricted from visiting because the staff is understandably consumed with not allowing the virus into the home  Hard as it is, I agree with what they’re doing, only I’m afraid that there’s little time for the hands-on, individual care that’s been so valuable. I’m not expecting things to be “normal,” but is there a prayer that Mom is getting the understanding care that she received in the past? How can I keep better tabs on how she’s doing? – MH Continue reading on Inforum for more about how to keep tabs on care from a distance when other avenues are closed:  Purchase Minding Our Elders: Caregivers Share Their Personal Stories – paperback or ebook  *Incontinence issues? Try Egosan premium underwear for discrete, dignified protection. In an effort to support both existing and new customers, Egosan has a new promo code for the purchase of any Egosan product when checking out on Amazon.  Use promo Code: 20ELDERS and SAVE 20% OFF your entire first order.                Related StoriesLiving Well with Dementia Doesn’t Mean That Families Must Deny FeelingsCreative Measures for End-of...
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