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Alzheimer Scotland said it is crucial that additional supports are in place to ensure those with dementia living at home receive coronavirus vaccinations
SCOTS with dementia could be missed in the Covid vaccination rollout if there is no provision for home visits or additional support put in place to ensure parity of access, campaigners have warned.
Alzheimer Scotland said there would be non-compliance because it was “totally impractical” in some cases to expect patients to get a letter or phone call and turn up for appointments.
The charity said this was a particular risk for those living alone who may be cut off from their usual support network due to lockdown restrictions, while carers might also require assistance.