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With the expected rise in dementia cases in Singapore, nursing homes will not be the best solution, says Dementia Singapore CEO. Plus, a worrying trend: An increase in young-onset dementia, affecting people as young as 40!
Growing old and becoming frail poses challenges for the silver generation and their families. And how can medical institutions ease the burden on families that are caught in a situation where they don’t need all the attention thrust upon them?
More nursing homes and assisted living facilities are being created in anticipation of a rapidly ageing Singapore. But traditional Asian family values are making it difficult to embrace these eldercare solutions.
Hair loss can be frightening and emotionally distressing. Apart from coming to terms with it, there are herbal treatments that might help.
Time saved, easing caregiver burden and convenience are some of the potential benefits of telehealth. But why aren’t silvers interested?
A negative family environment can make it more difficult for a caregiver to function in this role. Caregivers should learn to let go if the environment gets toxic.
We are told to build up a nest egg for our future. But while money may buy you physical things it doesn’t necessarily buy you happiness. That’s a totally different account altogether, but one that is important to consider building up through life. Here is a starter kit to building your happiness account.
Dr Gerard Ee has spent his life as an auditor, understanding how different businesses work. That made him well suited to take on the role of Mr Fix-it in Singapore society.
Shaving can help seniors feel confident and more like ‘themselves’, even as they age. But it isn’t always easy – these are tips for a safer shave for seniors and their caregivers.
Living to the fullest as a Silver involves being financially stable, and being in the right aged care place where you remain mobile and in contact with others with like-minded interests.
A new year brings with it new challenges and opportunities. While we look forward to them, we don’t often reflect on how well we lived the year that we are leaving behind. Here’s a survey that will help you find out how you’ve fared this year, and it could help you towards a better year ahead.
It’s Movember month. Time for men to get more health conscious and what better way than to grow a moustache…or at least try to.