My father has dementia. How do I keep him engaged and safe during the pandemic?
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The pandemic has complicated the challenges for caregivers of people with dementia.Mark Makela / New York Times
Welcome to “Pandemic Problems,” an advice column from The Chronicle’s engagement reporters that aims to help Bay Area residents solve their pandemic-related conundrums personal, practical or professional. Send your questions and issues to pandemicproblems@sfchronicle.com.
Today’s question is fielded by The Chronicle’s Annie Vainshtein.
Dear Advice Team: My father is currently living with dementia. I am his full-time caregiver. Prior to the pandemic he was attending an Adult Day Health Care Center, which was a wonderful program. Now that these centers are closed, what can caregivers do to keep their loved ones engaged and safe during this time? Please advise.
My father has dementia. How do I keep him engaged and safe during the pandemic?
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The pandemic has complicated the challenges for caregivers of people with dementia.Mark Makela / New York Times
Welcome to “Pandemic Problems,” an advice column from The Chronicle’s engagement reporters that aims to help Bay Area residents solve their pandemic-related conundrums personal, practical or professional. Send your questions and issues to pandemicproblems@sfchronicle.com.
Today’s question is fielded by The Chronicle’s Annie Vainshtein.
Dear Advice Team: My father is currently living with dementia. I am his full-time caregiver. Prior to the pandemic he was attending an Adult Day Health Care Center, which was a wonderful program. Now that these centers are closed, what can caregivers do to keep their loved ones engaged and safe during this time? Please advise.