The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Conditions of Elderly Nursing Homes

This study focused on the forms of social care provided by nursing homes for the elderly during the COVID-19 pandemic, mainly as the elderly were more vulnerable to this virus, with a high number of fatalities recorded among them. This vulnerability is due mainly to their weakened immunity due to aging. The study also aimed to highlight the various types of care provided in nursing homes, including healthcare, psychological support, social assistance, and even spiritual care, which are tailored to meet the needs and specificities of this group. The study emphasised the need to further develop and enhance these forms of care, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, when the virus spread rapidly and cases surged within nursing homes.