@agnes01 Maybe you or your son could check with local senior organizations to see if anyone offers visitors or companions. Maybe one can hang out with him, and with your son's notes, help him gain confidence in scanning the photos.

I'm going to open a "hornet nest" here. When my sister and I were focused on caring for our Mom in her assisted living apartment while still working and helping our young adult kids, we were always trying to get everything done.

One day she said to me "You never have time to visit with me" and went on to express that she would rather have clothes laying on a chair, or a messy kitchen, so I had time to just talk. After that, I realized my bustling around made her feel lonelier, and tried to slow down. We would take a walk, play a game of cards, I would join her table for lunch, or just chat and she was so much happier.

Maybe your husband is trying to say he wants your company and attention? Especially reminiscing about the pictures while scanning?