Category: Social Isolation in Elderly
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Social Robots: A New Wave of Friendship in Senior Care
In the world of caring for our elders, a new kind of friend is making its way into their hearts and homes. Social robots, more than just machines, are here to chat, laugh, play, and share stories, making every day a little brighter for our seniors. Why Social Robots? In places where we care for […]
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Tech-Savvy Seniors: Simplifying Tablet Set Up for the Elderly
Introduction Nowadays, technology helps us stay close to each other, even when we’re far apart. It’s important that everyone, including older people, can join in on this. Tablets made for seniors, like the iPad, are great for this. They are easy to use and let our elderly family members explore lots of things online. These […]
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Ensuring the Safety and Wellbeing of Elderly Loved Ones Living Alone
Aiyo, why you so kaypoh? But thank you lah! Growing older often means facing unique challenges, especially for those seniors who choose to live independently. One of the primary concerns for family members is the safety of their elderly loved ones, particularly if they are living alone. The potential for falls, medical emergencies, and the […]
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7 Things To Do During Dialysis For Elderly
Dialysis is a treatment that replicates the functions of the kidneys by removing toxins, wastes and excess body fluids from the body. There are two main types of dialysis: hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. The effectiveness of these two types of dialysis is comparable but the working principles are quite different. What happens during kidney dialysis? […]
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Essential Apps and Features For The Elderly: SOS and Reminders
The advent of technology has made life easy for each and every one of us. Young people are more inclined towards using technology as compared to older people however this does not mean that technology cannot be friendly for the elderly. There are many different apps and features that old people can use in order […]
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Ways to Tackle Depression and Social Isolation in the Elderly Using Technology
One in every twenty people in Singapore suffers from depression. Even though depression is relatively more common among elderly, it is not a part of normal aging. The main causes of depression in old age can be separation from closed ones, loneliness, loss of a friend or family member and health problems. Importance of being […]