One out of five people is at risk of developing cancer in Singapore. In this guide, we discuss available cancer treatment and care options, side effects of cancer treatment, how to cope with them, and why palliative care is important during cancer treatment.
Vaccines are used to boost immunity especially for ageing individuals whose immune systems are weakened. But how safe are vaccines? In this guide, we discuss how vaccines work, highly recommended vaccines for the elderly such as Flu Vaccine, PPSV23 Pneumococcal Vaccine, Singles Vaccine (Shingrix) and the benefits and potential risks of vaccination for seniors.
Dementia may rob your loved ones of the joy from hobbies and interests they used to enjoy. Learn more about how daily activities support dementia patients’ wellbeing and discover 8 activity ideas to try with your family member who’s suffering from dementia.
Around 13.7% of aging individuals suffer from insomnia in Singapore. In this guide, we discuss how insomnia affects the health of elderly people, causes of insomnia in elderlies, types of insomnia and how to get assessed and treated for insomnia in Singapore.
In this guide, we discuss the benefits and downsides of home care and nursing home, including types of services and accommodations, and average costs of home care vs. nursing home. Learn how ageing in place is growing in preference and how home care service providers can help seniors who choose to do so.
Home care in Singapore could cost a staggering amount of S$3,100 per month. In this article, we guide you through financial assistance schemes for caregivers and care recipients in Singapore, such as Home Caregiving Grant, Caregiver Training Grant, IDAPE, SMF, application processes including means testing and functional assessment.
In this guide, we’ll talk about essential healthcare services, long-term home nursing, and day care centres to help seniors cope with their old age. We’ll also give you more information on where to find the best home care services for the elderly in Singapore.
Dementia is a debilitating disease that requires consistent care and attention at every stage. Find out about dementia causes, symptoms, stages, and how you can provide best dementia care for loved ones with our home care guide for dementia in Singapore.
We share 5 misconceptions associated with being a nurse and what it really takes to become a nurse. In a word, it takes heart to care for patients.
