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

Colin Simpson

Elaine Garrett-Simpson
26/10/2020

My brave husband has gone from walking and climbing stairs in March, and going out from his carehome and enjoying so much of life still, to having to be hoisted from his bed to a chair and just sit as now unable to walk. We've gone from daily contact and outings to barely seeing each other since lockdown in March. Through this awful time I've had to transfer him to a different home as his care needs have increased during lockdown. He's only 69, its so tragic words can't describe the pain.