How to Ensure Your Loved One’s Nursing Home Is Caring for Them During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Older adults are often more medically vulnerable, which means the COVID-19 pandemic has made navigating daily life much more difficult. This is especially true for those living in nursing homes. Their loved ones have also been experiencing stress during this period of lockdowns and limited visits. If you are concerned about a loved one’s welfare in a nursing home during this pandemic, do these three things to gain peace of mind about their safety and well-being.
Window visits have become a safe alternative to visiting in person. You can chat on the phone or through a protective barrier while still seeing your loved one’s face. This can also be a good time to ask them how they are feeling and inquire about their treatment at the facility. Look for signs of abuse, like rapid weight loss, sores, disorientation, or changes in mood and behavior. These could be signals that something is missing from their care.
Ask for Updates
You have a right to know what’s going on at your loved one’s nursing home, and you can request these updates from the staff. Ask them to send a weekly or twice-weekly photo or email update or to call about your loved one. Of course, these updates cannot provide you with the full picture of what happens behind closed doors, but it’s a positive sign when facilities are willing to offer updates or photos.
Hold Facilities Accountable
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Request Window Visits
While the pandemic has made it dangerous to meet with our loved ones in person, it hasn’t taken away every possibility for interaction.
CLASSIC PUMPKIN SOUP
Pumpkins aren’t just for pie — they make delicious soup, too! This fall, try your hand at this healthy soup recipe and warm up with a bowl.
Ingredients • 1 tbsp olive oil • 2 shallots, diced • 3 cloves garlic, minced • 2 1/4 cups pumpkin purée (homemade or canned) • 2 cups vegetable broth • 1 cup canned light coconut milk
• 2 tbsp honey • 1/4 tsp sea salt • 1/4 tsp pepper • 1/4 tsp cinnamon • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
Directions 1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, sauté olive oil, shallots, and garlic for 2–3 minutes. 2. Add the remaining ingredients and bring to a simmer. 3. Transfer the soup to a blender and purée. Pour the blended soup back into the pan. 4. Cook over medium-low heat for 5–10 minutes. Taste and add additional seasoning as desired, then serve!
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