The reality of dementia in lockdown

The impact of coronavirus has been shattering for families affected by dementia. Urgent action must be taken to better protect people ahead of the winter.

Dedicate a message to Government to make them address the reality of lockdown for people affected by dementia. 

Share your lockdown reality

George (paddy)Pittam

Chris pittam wife
22/10/2020

After trying my best to care for my husband at home the toll his dementia and disablement had affected me finally arrived last Friday and I had to put him into respite for both our sakes but I was not informed he would be in isolation for two weeks I was devastated to think this might be the last time I would hold my husband of 51 years I came away from there bereft it felt like a bereavement I was mentally in a bad place after caring for him nearly fourteen years was this it please reconsider