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Special Edition COVID-19 #5 /PUBLISHED BY EC CLASSIFIEDS
Stay connected
With current social distancing recommendations, strict isolation will impact many older individuals. To keep connections strong, set up communication using a variety of technology such as FaceTime or Skype, smart speakers, or simply a call and text. Use these to stay connected with your caregiving team as well as your older or aging family mem- bers.
If your loved one lives in a long-term care facility, see if they have accommodations for online visits and how they plan to communicate with families.
If they can’t support visits via technology, send in cards, letters, magazines, puzzles or other items you know your loved one would be grateful to receive. Talk with your facility management about the safest way to deliver items.