Lend a Helping Hand

From the Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability

The Coronavirus Is Isolating Tennessee’s Older Adults

How Can We Help Them in the Midst of COVID-9?

NASHVILLE, TN – Every day, the number of COVID-19 cases continues to climb in Tennessee. Older adults are among those at greatest risk of getting the virus and developing serious medical complications from the disease.  Many older Tennesseans are isolating themselves to keep from contracting COVID-19, and that means they need help from those who are able to venture outside more safely.

“We’re glad that Tennesseans are reaching out to us for ways to help,” said Jim Shulman, the executive director of the Tennessee Commission for Aging and Disability. “Many of our older citizens are facing days of long isolation, and I’m encouraging everyone to find a way to keep them connected to our communities.”

The Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability has some ideas about how family, friends, neighbors and thoughtful citizens can contribute to the cause:

  • Be a Buddy. Offer to be a text buddy. Or a phone buddy. Or an errand buddy. This will help limit unnecessary coronavirus exposure, while providing some welcome socialization to those who cannot leave home. Video chats are a great way to keep groups of friends and family connected.
  • Call Regularly.  And stay on the phone a little while. Make time to chat!
  • Grocery Runs.  After a trip to the store, leave the items on the doorstep whenever possible.
  • Keep Them In the Know. Be their eyes and ears in the community. Keep older adults up to date about what’s going on around town. The continued isolation can create disconnection very quickly.
  • Stay Alert for Volunteer Opportunities.  The coronavirus spread is reshaping volunteer opportunities for thousands of Tennesseans. For instance, community organizations are always looking for people who are willing to deliver meals to home bound older adults, especially since many longtime volunteers are unable to help now.

If you need more information or have questions about resources, please contact your local Area Agency on Aging and Disability at 866-836-6678 or [email protected].

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