Caregiving 101: Dementia
What is dementia? Dementia is one of the 3 common mental health disorders among the elderly. It is a general term for the impaired ability to remember, think or make decisions that affect daily life. It is not part of the normal ageing process. While age-related memory changes are normal, most adults do not develop […]
Elderly Mental Health: Counselling
Mental Illness in the Elderly Elderly mental health is an important area of healthcare. When overlooked, deterioration of mental health among the elderly can lead to larger issues of elderly suicide. Elderly care should also include mental health care. Common elderly mental health disorders include delirium, dementia and depression. If you notice your loved one […]
5 Ways to Care for Elderly with Mental Illness
Elderly mental health is an important area of healthcare that is sometimes overlooked and can lead to larger issues of elderly suicide. Common elderly mental health disorders include delirium, dementia and depression. If you notice your loved one exhibiting signs of mental illness, it is advised to seek professional help. Besides taking steps to improve […]
5 Ways to Improve Mental Health Among the Elderly
1. Having a daily routine This might be hard for elderly who live alone, but there are small steps you can take to help them build a simple daily routine. Fixing mealtimes and bedtimes are two areas to start with. These can help get them used to following a simple schedule and regularly get a […]
6 Signs of Mental Illness in the Elderly
Mental health is an important part of elderly care. While mental illness affects younger adults more than the elderly, the elderly who are affected are less likely to seek help. Many elderly may not even realise when they are experiencing mental health disorders. If you believe your loved one is facing a mental illness, it […]
3 Common Mental Health Disorders Among the Elderly
Awareness about mental health among the elderly is important and necessary to ensure our loved ones receive proper care. Read on to learn more about 3 mental health disorders that are common among the elderly. 1. Delirium Delirium is defined as a serious change in mental abilities. Symptoms of delirium include: Reduced awareness of surroundings […]
Mental Health Among the Elderly
“Most people know that it is important to keep their physical body healthy, but few remember to do the same for their mind and emotions.” – Agency for Integrated Care The importance of mental health in elderly care? Our mental health affects how we think and feel on a day-to-day basis. Holistic care for our […]