Elderly friendly upgrades to HDB
What is the Home Improvement Programme (HIP)? The Home Improvement Programme (HIP), is an initiative by HDB to help resolve common maintenance problems of aging flats. The HIP was introduced in 2007 for flats that were built up to 1986. In 2018, it was extended to include flats built between 1987 and 1997. What is included […]
Caregiving 101: Elderly care options in Singapore
Singapore’s ageing population is growing quickly. As of 2022, nearly 1 in 5 citizens are 65 years and older. While elderly healthcare in Singapore remains accessible and affordable for many, an increasing number of elderly are living longer lives with complex conditions. These conditions can result in reduced mobility and independence in daily activities. Providing […]
Integrated Home and Day Care (IHDC) Programme
What is IHDC? The IHDC programme can be thought of as a care plan that is personalised to meet the care needs of the elderly client. It aims to help seniors maintain independence and quality of life in their communities for as long as possible. Elderly clients will have the flexibility of different combinations of […]
Caregiving 101: When to Get a Hospital Bed at Home
When should we get a hospital bed? Generally speaking, a hospital bed is required at home when users are in their recuperation and/or recovery phases and are fully reliant on the hospital bed for basic movement. The need for a hospital bed can be assessed from 2 angles: The patient The caregiver From the patient’s […]
Caregiving 101: How To Prevent Bedsores
Bedsores are caused by prolonged pressure on the skin. This usually happens to individuals who stays in a fixed position for a prolonged time in beds or wheelchairs with minimal movement. Normal home use beds are not suitable for users who are confined in bed due to health issues. Caregivers will have a hard time […]
Home Care: an Alternative to Nursing Homes
Home care VS nursing homes? Home care Nursing home Location Home-based Nursing home Flexibility for the caregiver More flexible Less flexible Costs More affordable Less affordable What are nursing homes? Image by Ren Ci Nursing homes are care facilities that cater to elderly who require assistance with daily activities like bathing, using the toilet and […]