So sad.
Imagine being trapped (as a cognizant patient) in one of these locked down nursing homes.
Well unfortunately it’s got to be done. God bless the staff for taking care of them.
“Imagine being trapped (as a cognizant patient) in one of these locked down nursing homes.”
My Dad is trapped in his! They were WELL ahead of the curve, though, and locked things down nearly 5 weeks ago. Staff let me in on Lock Down Day because I’ve gone out of my way to get to know them all...and I didn’t take NO for an answer. ;) I also had to sign my life away and have my temperature taken. I complied.
Luckily, Dad isn’t very cognizant anymore and as long as they keep his 3 meals and snacks coming and a few cups of coffee during the day, he’s happy.
I have been able to talk to him TWICE in 5 weeks; I usually see him every week and sneak in his favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies.
I’m REALLY starting to miss him. He’s a PITA, but he’s MY PITA, Ya Know? ;)
I just visited my parents in their assisted living apartment a few days ago. They are pretty well locked down, and the only reason I was allowed to visit is because my dad is receiving hospice care in their apartment. They are allowing close family to enter with a quick health/temp screening, but no more than 3 at a time. All residents are as you say “trapped”, quarantined in their apartments. Meals, medications and health checks are delivered in-room. The dining room is closed, as are all of the common areas. No cards, socials, bingo, movies or trips to parks, museums, movies and shopping. Most of these people are completely alone. I think a lot of young folks underestimate how this is effecting the elderly, and not only those in assisted living or skilled nursing facilities.