My mom's care facility has suspended visits

[MissMillie]

Last week, we could visit if we signed a statement saying we weren't sick.

This week, no visits at all.

I completely understand their caution.

But my Dad is heart-broken. He misses her so...

[Drunken Irishman]

1. Is he able to at least video chat with her?

[MissMillie]

4. He's not computer literate

Doesn't have a computer.

And I'm not sure the facility has that capability.

Plus, mom's dementia would probably make it difficult.

But maybe it's worth looking in to. He lives upstairs from my sister in her house, and she's somewhat tech savvy. I guess we could check w/ the nursing home to see if they have the ability to do this.

[handmade34]

2. ...

[dewsgirl]

3. Can you set up Messenger or Snapchat/Skype for them?

It has to be incredibly difficult.

[Ohiogal]

5. Such trying times for so many of us....

[Tech]

6. It is so hard.

My mil was in care for over 13 years after a massive stroke. We were kept out of the home many times over the years because of the flu. I think it's best for all, but so difficult. My heart goes out to you and your family.

[ekelly]

7. My parents assisted living in Glenview, IL

has done the same. No visitors until further notice.
They had a flue outbreak last Fall, during which my 92 yr old mother got sick.
I’m glad they’ve taken this step to protect the residents.

[applegrove]

8. My dad's nursing home is quizzing people on risk factors and suggesting

we don't visit. That is my nightmare that there is a breakout in his place. Well one of my nightmares. I'm glad they are being really strict.