By The Golden Concepts Falls are particularly prevalent among the elderly, and are detrimental as they often lead to immobility, difficulty performing daily activities and even take a toll on both mental and emotional health. With access to the right information and by installing the appropriate fall- proof product...
Since April 2019, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) stopped conveying non-emergency cases to hospitals. According to SCDF, about 10% out of the 995 calls (with an average of 50 calls daily) made each year are non-emergencies. They have advised that people with non-emergency cases should seek treatment from thei...
There are lots and lots of fun activities for everyone in Singapore this New Year. Do you have seniors at home and are wondering just where you can have fun with your elderly loved ones? Here are some activities you don’t want to miss out on. The Official Light-Up and Opening Ceremony This marks the ope...
Quite a number of seniors may have limited mobility due to their physical health, but it is crucial to engage in activities to be mentally active. Online activities allow tablet and mobile devices to be the tool for engagement in any place and at anytime, for example when waiting at a doctor’s clinic. It requires ...
Dementia is not a normal part of aging but age plays a significant role in the risk of developing dementia. This risk increases as a person ages. There are different types of dementia. The most common type of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease is a disease that targets the brain regions control...
