The Intelligence from The Economist For old timers’ sake: covid-19 and care homes
Jul 24, 2020
Sasha Nauta, The Economist's public policy editor, dives into the urgent challenges in elderly care exacerbated by COVID-19. She shares compelling stories of families affected and advocates for a shift towards community-centered care solutions. John Fassman, Washington correspondent, reflects on the impactful legacy of civil rights leader John Lewis, exploring his journey from Alabama to national protests. Together, they analyze the evolving metrics required for understanding our post-pandemic world and the persistent systemic issues in caring for the elderly.
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Dillis Patterson's Timely Decision
- Dillis Patterson removed her mother from Camilla Care Community just before a major COVID-19 outbreak.
- Her mother later thanked her for saving her life.
Care Home COVID-19 Deaths
- Almost half of all COVID-19 deaths in the rich world occurred in care homes.
- This highlights systemic problems in elderly care that existed before the pandemic.
Care Home Model Under Scrutiny
- The "warehousing" model of care homes, while initially well-intentioned, has proven problematic.
- COVID-19 has exposed deeper issues with this model, prompting a need for change.