Topic: COVID
In Counting on Kindness: The Dilemmas of Dependency, author Wendy Lustbader takes a deep dive into the world of older adults who, through illness or disability, are dependent on others for survival. First published in 1991, Counting on Kindness is as relevant today as it was then—perhaps even more so considering the realities of the COVID-19 pandemic.
As Lustbader shares in the preface, “The chief consequence of dependency is that we are forced to count on the kindness of others.”
As independent as we may think we are, the past 16-plus months have helped many of us recognize how interdependent and dependent we are on the kindness of others. …
From Independence to Interdependence: Counting on the Kindness of OthersRead More »
Have you taken your handwashing routine to new heights during the COVID-19 pandemic? That’s great! Keep up the good work.
Unfortunately, 42% of respondents in a recent poll said they had lapsed in their hand washing practices. Pandemic burnout is cited as a common reason. Hand washing is critical, in addition to wearing a mask in public and practicing physical distancing, in reducing infection transfer.
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Clean Hands Count: May 5 is World Hand Hygiene DayRead More »
Many families have questions about how to best care for their loved ones during the COVID-19 pandemic. This list of frequently asked questions can provide your family with helpful guidance.
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The Impact of COVID-19 on an Older Adult’s Living SituationRead More »