Tag: Elderly
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Navigating the Path of Dementia Care: A Practical Guide for New Caregivers
When our cherished ones receive a dementia diagnosis, we can feel as though we’ve been gently nudged onto a path that feels undeniably foreign and intimidating. It’s a journey filled with a profound blend of emotions, a unique medley of love, fear, uncertainty, and courage. To help you navigate this uncharted territory, we’ve lovingly collated […]
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Seniors and the Importance of Sleep
Sleep is a key component in our brain’s abilities to form & retain memories. For seniors wanting to maintain strong cognitive function, good sleep is absolutely essential. Why does sleep quality for seniors deteriorate? With age, sleep quality tends to deteriorate. Our sleep is broken up into phases such as light sleep, deep sleep, and […]
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3 Tips to Prevent Falls Among the Elderly
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 products at home, falls can be prevented. […]
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Non-Emergency Medical Transport Services in Singapore
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 their family doctor or a general […]
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Fun Activities to do with Seniors this Chinese New Year (2020)
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 […]
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Essential Apps and Features for the Elderly: Care Provider and Taxi Booking
Care Provider In recent years, the rise in the number of elderly has generated a demand for caregivers with relevant training in the eldercare sector. Many companies have experienced staff that can provide elders with health and home care at their residence. Elderly can hire such help and live independently in their own homes. Homage […]
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Essential Apps and Features for the Elderly: Video Calling and Voice Messaging
Technology has advanced a lot in the last few years and it has made life more comfortable for everyone including old people. Old people might not be as tech savvy as the younger generation however they can take a lot of benefits from the advancement in technology. Video Calling We are literally living in the […]
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Essential Apps and Features For The Elderly: SOS and Reminders
The advent of technology has made life easy for each and every one of us. Young people are more inclined towards using technology as compared to older people however this does not mean that technology cannot be friendly for the elderly. There are many different apps and features that old people can use in order […]
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Ways to Tackle Depression and Social Isolation in the Elderly Using Technology
One in every twenty people in Singapore suffers from depression. Even though depression is relatively more common among elderly, it is not a part of normal aging. The main causes of depression in old age can be separation from closed ones, loneliness, loss of a friend or family member and health problems. Importance of being […]