A man who is currently self-isolating with his 81-year-old dementia-stricken grandma has spoken out on how her company has improved his mental health.

Tommy Ferris, 31, has shared videos and pictures of himself keeping Nana Jean entertained, as he dances with her, cuts her hair, and even tows her along in her wheelchair with his lawnmower.

Check out Tommy and Nana Jean enjoying their time together below:

Grandson Tommy decided to ride out the pandemic with Nana Jean because her condition means she has no idea about the coronavirus.

Due to the fact that Nana Jean is regarded as a "vulnerable" member of the community, the pair have to abide by the government's strict social distancing guidelines and not leave their home in Yate, England.

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However, the pair have used this time to bond and laugh together, but despite their comical horseplay, Tommy has opened up about a serious message in these uncertain times: Make the most of the time you have with family while you can.

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After growing closer to his gran, Tommy believe she has helped improve his mental health, saying:

"We should use this unique opportunity to connect on a deeper level with those we live with. Concentrate on bettering ourselves and improve our relationships with loved ones.

"Laugh, smile and consider the idea that its possible that this virus is giving us a period in our lives that one day we could be grateful for.

"It's been very rewarding - for me as well as her.

"I had been on anti-depressants for two years before - it's been therapy for me. It's been fantastic. You can go to the doctors and take a pill, but something like this can happen and change your mindset.

"[The self-isolation] certainly made me look inside more and made me realise I was not spending enough time with her.

"I was going out on a night out when I should have been with her. It's allowed me to go back to basics and look at what matters."

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Hospitality worker Tommy is now hoping his experiences will help to inspire others to use their free time to help others, adding: "Remind yourself that although this crisis is scary, it is also an opportunity for you to do something amazing for those who need it the most."

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Of course, we encourage all of our readers to be like Tommy and Nana Jean and follow the social-distancing and self-isolation guidelines their respective governments have put in place...

A man who is currently self-isolating with his 81-year-old dementia-stricken grandma has spoken out on how her company has improved his mental health.

Tommy Ferris, 31, has shared videos and pictures of himself keeping Nana Jean entertained, as he dances with her, cuts her hair, and even tows her along in her wheelchair with his lawnmower.

Check out Tommy and Nana Jean enjoying their time together below:

Grandson Tommy decided to ride out the pandemic with Nana Jean because her condition means she has no idea about the coronavirus.

Due to the fact that Nana Jean is regarded as a "vulnerable" member of the community, the pair have to abide by the government's strict social distancing guidelines and not leave their home in Yate, England.

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However, the pair have used this time to bond and laugh together, but despite their comical horseplay, Tommy has opened up about a serious message in these uncertain times: Make the most of the time you have with family while you can.

[[imagecaption|| Credit: SWNS]]

After growing closer to his gran, Tommy believe she has helped improve his mental health, saying:

"We should use this unique opportunity to connect on a deeper level with those we live with. Concentrate on bettering ourselves and improve our relationships with loved ones.

"Laugh, smile and consider the idea that its possible that this virus is giving us a period in our lives that one day we could be grateful for.

"It's been very rewarding - for me as well as her.

"I had been on anti-depressants for two years before - it's been therapy for me. It's been fantastic. You can go to the doctors and take a pill, but something like this can happen and change your mindset.

"[The self-isolation] certainly made me look inside more and made me realise I was not spending enough time with her.

"I was going out on a night out when I should have been with her. It's allowed me to go back to basics and look at what matters."

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Hospitality worker Tommy is now hoping his experiences will help to inspire others to use their free time to help others, adding: "Remind yourself that although this crisis is scary, it is also an opportunity for you to do something amazing for those who need it the most."

[[imagecaption|| Credit: SWNS]]

Of course, we encourage all of our readers to be like Tommy and Nana Jean and follow the social-distancing and self-isolation guidelines their respective governments have put in place...