“Residents really need their families for that normality. It’s been very distressing for them. “They won’t be able to touch them but at least they can see them and have a chat. “The staff in the homes have been so grateful.” She added: “We just want to help people who are still in the middle of the pandemic.” Millie Kavari, manager of the Church View, said she was taking bookings from families eager to see their loved ones.
Laura McArthur who organised to get booths fitted in care homes so family could see residents, at The Church View Care home in Stockton pictured talking to resident Derek and Manager Millie Kavari, Jodt Hardy Activities Coordinator and Care Assistant Holl