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

My mum Pat

23/10/2020

The decline in mum’s mental and physical health since lockdown is shocking and started a few weeks after lockdown. She had to be sectioned in May and is now in a secure Dementia home. I’m allowed an outdoor visit once a fortnight. I haven’t been able to hug her for seven months. Why can’t just one family member be COVID tested before every visit. It’s disgraceful how the elderly in homes have been treated by this Government during lockdown. Will I never be allowed to hug my mum again?