How to take care of People with Alzheimer during the COVID19 pandemic?

Being forced to practice self-isolation and social distancing practices, while at the same time taking care of elderly people with Alzheimer problems can be challenging. However, it is still possible if one follows a set of tips and instructions on how to effectively and efficiently deal with the situation.

 1. Good Hygiene Reminders 
Because people with Alzheimer’s problems forget a lot, it may be difficult for them to remember the number one rule against the coronavirus spread, which is the frequent hand washing. You need to help these people adopt good hygiene practices by constantly reminding them to wash their hands frequently for at least 20 minutes.

2. Contingency Plans Setting
While you are the actual caregiver taking care of someone with Alzheimer, you have to think about who is going to step in and replace you in case anything happens. For example, if you are ill, you obviously can’t take care of elderly people anymore. So, thinking about how to sort out this before it happens will save you a lot of energy, time, and stress. A plan for gaps in caregiving should necessarily be developed to deal with unpredictable events.

3. COVID-19 Pandemic Explanation
Explaining the sanitary crisis that we are undergoing now in relatable terms and in an understandable way, can be very helpful to these people. Try to use optimistic expressions to explain how challenging the situation might be and how important it is to take the necessary precautions to limit the spread of the virus, while at the same time reassuring them that everything is going to be alright.

4. Self-care Practice
In order to take care of your loved ones, you need to take care of yourself first. You can’t spread positivity if you are surrounded by negative vibes and energy. So, start by yourself through self-care practices! Learn to control your stress and anxiety levels in order not for your older adults to be negatively impacted.

5. Network Connection
Staying connected to family members and friends can be very helpful for old people with Alzheimer. Such bonds can play a tremendous role during such a crisis. Try to keep your loved ones connected to the people they admire through various methods, including telephone calls, video calls, chats, and so on…
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