Today's study lays bare the devastating toll of lockdown on the nation's 850,000 care home residents living with dementia. Nine in ten families said the pandemic had accelerated their loved one's symptoms, the Alzheimer's Society found. More than a quarter of family members who care for someone with dementia said they witnessed an 'unmanageable decline' in the health of their relative. The charities are also urging ministers to ensure meaningful indoor visits are the default position in all care homes by next week. The Alzheimer's Society surveyed 1,001 people who care for a family member, partner or someone close to them with dementia.

Source: Daily Mail March 01, 2021 00:01 UTC