Caring of the elderly in the pandemic era- A Viewpoint

Abstract

Summary: The threat of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and its massive adverse impact across the globe has forced us to consider course of interventions for betterment of the community dwelling at-risk population. One of the most vulnerable populations of the society is elderly, who are facing numerous challenges and issues. This manuscript discusses the impact of present pandemic on older adults and highlights major challenges, issues of this segment of population as well as strategies and ways for managing the same. Keywords: COVID19 elderly care challenges and strategies.