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Periods of quarantine or self-isolation are utilized to prevent the spread of serious illness by limiting contact between people. With weakened immune systems and underlying conditions, seniors—especially those in close quarters like a senior or adult care facility—are one of the most vulnerable populations affected by these illnesses. Still, quarantines can make them feel isolated and alone. Below are a few ways to communicate with your loved one in a senior or adult care facility to boost their mental health while keeping them safe.

How to Feel Connected With Seniors During a Quarantine

1. Call or Email Them

Phone calls and emails are basic means of contact that your loved one in respite care or a senior care community should have access to. Call them once a day, if you’re able, but at least every few days. This allows you to check on how they’re doing and if they need anything while letting them know you’re thinking of them.

2. Have Your Children Send Them Things

adult care facilityIf you have children in your family, have them spend some of their free time making crafts, cards, or pictures to send to your loved one. Handmade gifts from young kids will brighten your loved one’s day. Displaying these tokens around their room will remind them of family and how much they are loved. It will also keep your kids entertained while they’re unable to go out.

3. Write Them Letters

Even if they can’t write back, your loved ones can ask caregivers to read them their letters or help them write a reply. It’s a mode of communication they’re familiar with, which makes it a suitable option for those who aren’t fond of technology and seems more personal than electronic communication. You can talk about your day, write jokes, send them drawings, or include clippings of articles or stories you think they’d like. 

4. Connect on Social Media

If your loved one has access to social media, see if their caregivers will show them how to use it. Through these apps and websites, they’ll be able to get regular updates on your life, including videos and pictures. They’ll also be able to connect with other people they know, such as old school friends, and play games.

 

Your loved one deserves a senior and adult care facility that takes their health and safety seriously. Coulee Region Adult Day Center in Onalaska, WI, has provided exceptional day and 24/7 respite care services for over nine years, with a staff-to-client ratio of one-to-four, which exceeds standards. With over 17 years’ experience, their adult care facility offers attentive, personalized care that includes activities, crafts, meals, and snacks. Learn more about their services online, and call (608) 519-2306 to check on services for your loved one.

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