Regular exercise is important both for physical and mental health. While the first few activities that may come to mind are walking or moving around, such exercises may not be…
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,…
The Seniors’ Mobility and Enabling Fund (SMF) assists Singaporean elderly with ageing in the community by providing holistic support to caregivers. This support comes in the form of subsidies to…
Dementia in Elderly The term ‘dementia’ is an umbrella term that encompasses age associated cognitive impairment. Commonly incorrectly associated with ‘senility’, dementia is sometimes seen as a normal part of…
When caring for wheelchair bound elderly, there will be occasions when you need to load their wheelchair into a car boot for transport. Read on to find out how to…
Find the right distance between the wheelchair and the car Ensure the distance between the patient on the wheelchair and the car is just right for you. If the wheelchair…
Nursing homes are care facilities that cater to elderly who require assistance with daily activities like bathing, using the toilet and eating. After coming to a decision to engage nursing…
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…
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…
1. High Blood Pressure High blood pressure (also known as hypertension) is a prevalent condition among Singaporean elderly. This condition is especially dangerous among elderly because the risk of high…
