Family visits

I think close family visits should be allowed i.e partners, parents, siblings. These visits can be weekends or during the week but not everyday. Some can stay with them for a few days, this can also cut down essential travel and protect the NHS.

Why the contribution is important

This is important for mental health and wellbeing. Especially for individuals who live alone, this gives them some interaction with close family members and helps them through this crisis. Also partners not being together for a substantial length of time can put stress on relationships which again can lead to mental health issues or more.

by Nixxy_1987 on May 05, 2020 at 01:02PM

Current Rating

Average rating: 4.8
Based on: 77 votes

Comments

  • Posted by HighlandLassie May 06, 2020 at 12:06

    I agree with this but would like to add that there are many islanders living on the mainland and we are missing our 'home' and family living there. Anything that could be done to allow travel there to spend time with our elderly loved ones?
  • Posted by BeeCurry May 06, 2020 at 13:04

    Most families who are close by geographically are doing this anyway in a sensible approach.

    People lucky enough to have gardens are welcoming family members in maintaining social distance rules and respecting each others personnel space.

    A family bubble has been suggested where you can nominate your bubble and adhere to it.

    Sadly for those not with a garden this is not going to be an easy thing to achieve.

    But people are resourceful and will find a way to do this safely and respectfully.

  • Posted by BBV69 May 06, 2020 at 14:05

    Yes - People can queue at garden centers and shop for other non essentials, why can't we social distance and see family in their gardens respecting social distancing - Im aware that there are those who will see it as carte blanche to visit non family / friends but looking outside my house some people ARE passing 4 maybe 5 times a day and I don't think they are working..these people are presently doing as they wish while we work hard to respect the restrictions. On my evening walk there are a lot of pot smokers in groups (albeit small) under bridges etc etc & walking through byway lanes you can smell it I'm fairly certain they are not all family groups. I'm not aware of shops selling it so they can't be getting pot with their grocery shop so social distancing is probably broken once again whilst the majority probably stay in

  • Posted by Qwerty123 May 06, 2020 at 14:30

    All I want to be able to do is see our immediate family in person so we can tell them we're having a baby!
  • Posted by VanillaCat May 06, 2020 at 14:45

    Please consider families who don’t live close by. Eg elderly parents several hundred miles away. We need to be able to visit and help practically. This cannot be done with a chat from
    A garden
  • Posted by Lornab May 06, 2020 at 14:50

    i think this is a great idea but should include friends. Not everyone has family near enough to visit and usually rely on a good support network of friends
  • Posted by Bspence May 06, 2020 at 15:10

    I think this is a good idea. Most families have been isolating in their own households so if they're only allowed to see other family members then the risk or transmitting will be low. I know that it would raise moral, especially when it comes to families with small children or mental health issues. A lot of us are living in constant fear for our families right now and being able to see them will help ease it
  • Posted by angusfife May 06, 2020 at 15:52

    It is important to also allow those with no family locally to be able to visit close friends who are "extended family" otherwise their isolation will be even more keenly felt. This is particularly important for those who live on their own.
  • Posted by MKGK May 06, 2020 at 16:15

    I think that we should be able to give people sensible guidance on this. It makes sense to be able to meet with many people if you are socially distanced - so sitting in a garden or a park. That is a low risk activity. The risk increases with more contact - such as hugging or sitting very close by. We should be able to start off cautiously but increase contact over time, where risk is low.
  • Posted by StuartK5871 May 07, 2020 at 17:45

    I agree on this. Providing both sides are sensible and follow procedures and have been following guidelines before, there is no greater risk than standing in a queue at B&Q or navigating shopping isles.

    If partners/parents/family could see each other and spend some time it will ease these burden on potential mental health care in the future as human contact can make all the difference.
  • Posted by StuartK5871 May 07, 2020 at 17:49

    I agree on this. Providing both sides are sensible and follow procedures and have been following guidelines before, there is no greater risk than standing in a queue at B&Q or navigating shopping isles.

    If partners/parents/family could see each other and spend some time it will ease these burden on potential mental health care in the future as human contact can make all the difference.
  • Posted by mareikemh May 07, 2020 at 18:47

    Agree. It's about tracing the contacts should someone get Covid; different from attending large groups or parties. In Germany, you were allowed to see one friend at a time, as well as partners living elsewhere - it's seen as a basic, and no problem with sufficient testing opportunities.
  • Posted by mareikemh May 07, 2020 at 18:49

    Agree. At present, shopping and talking over the fence to neighbours appears to have replaced social contact for many - this is arguable more dangerous than mixing with a select few friends.
  • Posted by Ideas81 May 08, 2020 at 07:33

    This would make a huge difference to people’s mental health and help them to comply with other measures still in place
  • Posted by kinnoullhill May 08, 2020 at 18:32

    The impact on mental health and wellbeing of the restrictions on families is understated. This needs to be addressed sooner rather than later.
  • Posted by Gizasmum May 09, 2020 at 09:06

    Why can't I be allowed to drive for 30 minutes in a private car to visit my Mum & sister, yet its OK for me to drive to a supermarket 20 minutes away and mix with strangers who like to cause choke points in the aisles by having a gab? At least we'd be able to keep a safe distance with family!
  • Posted by Feriface May 11, 2020 at 15:14

    We have to trust people to be sensible here and do what is right but sure close family members should be allowed to visit. I agree that this should be done with very strict guidelines.
Log in or register to add comments and rate ideas

Idea topics