I've listened to many ministers over the last few days talking about the vulnerable group at this time being the elderly and those with underlying conditions. Several interviewers have asked about social care but unfortunately nobody has answered the question or addressed the issue of sole carers of people with dementia. They seem to only think about those in care homes. I'm not saying that isn't important but what about the legion of unpaid some carers in this country.
I am terrified about the possibility that my husband, who has dementia and other health conditions, ending up in hospital yet again and not being able to visit him.
I'm equally terrified about what happens if I contract the coronavirus which is a real possibility as I go out to do the shopping. If I'm not able to care for him who will? We have no help from the local authority or care agency he does not have a care plan and was assessed as not needing any input as he can manage his own personal care.
Does anyone know the answers?
I am terrified about the possibility that my husband, who has dementia and other health conditions, ending up in hospital yet again and not being able to visit him.
I'm equally terrified about what happens if I contract the coronavirus which is a real possibility as I go out to do the shopping. If I'm not able to care for him who will? We have no help from the local authority or care agency he does not have a care plan and was assessed as not needing any input as he can manage his own personal care.
Does anyone know the answers?