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

Nicole

Husband
23/10/2020

I've been allowed one 30min. visit with my wife since 13th.March. We do have a twice weekly video call but Nicole is in the late stages of dementia and is unable to communicate or move, sleeps most of the time and now has dysphagia. Imagine watching someone struggling to swallow, near to choking, with fear in their eyes and not be able to comfort or reassure them. It's a little like watching someone drown in a horror movie. The feeling of helplessness, sadness and guilt. It's inhumane.

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