Coronavirus world is lonelier, grayer for long-term care residents
(WorldNews Politics)

Dick Locke used to visit his wife in the memory care unit of an Oak Park Heights nursing home near daily. With visits banned, he’s given up on the possibility of seeing her this Memorial Day weekend, and possibly for the rest of the calendar year. “I think she may still remember me, but I can no longer know for sure,” he said. Presbyterian Homes offers families “remote” visits with loved ones by iPad, but her severe Alzheimer`s disease and failing eyesight make those connections futile. He yearns to hold her hand. “It’s just frustrating,” said Locke, of Vadnais Heights. “I’m sure she’s getting great care. They’re looking...