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TURLOCK, Calif., March 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ The following is a statement from Jeffrey R. Lewis:
Now that the $1.9 trillion American Relief Plan has been signed into law by President Biden, the U.S. government has authorized expenditures of $6 trillion during the last calendar year in effort to provide relief for those most affected by the Coronavirus pandemic.
Six trillion. It s a number that makes little sense to the human mind. But look at it this way: If that $6 trillion were divvied up equally, Uncle Sam could write a $40,000 check to every taxpayer.
There are many positives associated with the package: direct relief payments, extended unemployment benefits, housing assistance, the child tax credit and, of course, aid to state and local governments.
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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.
In the U.S., about one in five adults is currently providing unpaid health or supportive care to someone they love. It takes patience, time, and energy to be a caregiver and it isn’t always easy.