In this article, we walk you through the 7 stages of dementia, symptoms of severe stages, treatment and care options for late-stage dementia, how to manage common complications of dementia, and prepare for end-of-life matters when the time comes.
In this article, we walk you through the 7 stages of dementia, symptoms of severe stages, treatment and care options for late-stage dementia, how to manage common complications of dementia, and prepare for end-of-life matters when the time comes.
Over 70% of seniors in Singapore wish to spend their final days at home, yet government statistics reveal that the same percentage do not have their wish fulfilled. This article delves into the discrepancy between wish and reality and how palliative care can help families honour their loved one's preference for end-of-life care and make these final chapters as peaceful and dignified as possible.
Advance Care Planning (ACP) brings about the opportunity to reflect on your life values and choose your health care options. It elicits questions such as, 'What does living well mean to you?', 'Does it mean being able to live independently, or being able to spend time with family and friends?'. Check out our 8-step practical ACP guide to get started.
Ninkatec also operates in-clinic GP services under Charazoi Medical Clinic, and caregiver services under Comfort Keepers Singapore. Visit our sister websites to find out more.