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A Year of Pandemic for Seniors

A Year of Pandemic for Seniors

Rachael Myrow talks about the difficulties seniors faced and lessons to be learned from them

KQED's Forum

March 15, 202156m 44s

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The coronavirus pandemic magnified many existing issues facing seniors in society, including loneliness and isolation. Social distancing meant our parents and grandparents could no longer go to places of worship, senior centers, restaurants, or visit with family. Many seniors faced lockdowns in assisted living facilities or nursing homes, or were isolated in their own homes. Looking back at this past year, Rachael Myrow talks about the difficulties seniors faced and lessons to be learned from them.

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