Caregiving during the COVID-19 Pandemic
People who are caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia are faced with increased challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. In response, healthcare and caregiver support organizations have developed strategies for navigating caregiving during a time of increased stress and isolation. WAI compiled a list of resources available for support.
Products to help people with dementia stay organized, particularly during COVID – Being Patient
Women, Caregiving, and COVID-19 – Resources from CDC
COVID-19 Mental Health Resources – UW Department of Psychiatry
Managing family conflict while home during COVID-19 – Center for Study of Traumatic Stress
Coronavirus Resource Guide from Senior Planet – includes tech guides, how to use Zoom, and virtual chat help
Friendly Caller program offered for sheltered seniors
Handouts and resources:
WAI Dementia Caregiver’s Isolation Toolkit
Family Caregiver Alliance – Taking Care of YOU: Self-Care for Caregivers
The WDRN network hosted a meeting offering dementia-friendly resources for COVID-19 April 22, 2020. Read details and download the handouts here.
Websites with COVID-19 information for caregivers:
Salud America:
Alzheimer’s Association:
- Coronavirus (COVID-19): Tips for dementia caregivers
- Caregiver support (information available in Spanish and English)
- 50 Activities for caregivers and people with dementia
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America:
Family Caregiver Alliance:
John A. Hartford Foundation:
UCLA Health:
Senior Link:
National Institute of Health / National Institute on Aging:
