The period we are going through due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the measures we must adapt to protect ourselves is an unprecedented situation for all of us. All of this, of course, also affects people with dementia, who may exhibit more aggressive behaviors, over-stimulation, escaping tendencies and more behavioral problems. Also, dementia-related behaviors, increased age and common health conditions that often accompany dementia may increase the risk of COVID-19.
Below, there is a helpful article with tips for dementia caregivers during the COVID-19 pandemic, in order to help them maintain the level of care they provide: