When Do You Need A Caregiver?

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When it comes to making a decision to be the primary person to care for our loved ones, most people are left without choices.

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Don’t Let Complacency Set In

It is an established fact that Malaysia has done very well in containing the COVID-19 virus, thanks to both the governmental bodies of mandating effective precautionary measures and coordinating its health departments to properly handle positive cases at its door and throughout the country.

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How Are Older People Surviving The COVID-19 Pandemic?

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In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, many reports and studies have proven that the severity of the COVID-19 virus rises with age. For both physical and social reasons, elders are more likely to be stuck put in institutionalized settings for their personal safeties. However, debates and discussions on how various countries are handling their elderly citizens in the wake of the virus continue to flurry.

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Considering Live-In Care During The Covid-19 Pandemic

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The risk of being afflicted with diseases gradually increases with age. This is especially important now that we are experiencing the COVID-19 outbreak, as evidence has shown that both elders and people with underlying medical conditions are most susceptible to being infected.

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Embracing Aging With Grace

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Aging is an unavoidable process of life, and it is a reminder that our lives as humans, no less than any other living being, are finite. However, most people seem discouraged from accepting this fact, given the fact that they are highly preoccupied towards notions of staying as youthful as possible.

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Malaysians: Why Is A Nursing Home Necessary For Elders?

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Malaysia’s elderly population hit an all-time peak in 2020, making Malaysia a member of other aging nations worldwide. When a growing number of Malaysians progress into their old age, they will require greater support in their daily routines.

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What to Look For In Elderly Care Services (Part 2)

Why India Needs to Focus on Elder Care Services

As much as we want our parents or loved seniors to have a safe, comfortable and self-sufficient lifestyle, reality often speaks otherwise, particularly when our loved seniors become incapacitated. This is when the elder care services come into the picture. While considering elder care services as an option, it’s equally important to understand the type of services best suited for your loved ones (elders).

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What to Look For In Elderly Care Services (Part 1)

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Elderly care providers aim to ease the aging process for both seniors and their families.  But getting the right type of suitable care for our elders can be challenging. We have to recognise their needs. Do our elders need assistance in self-care and everyday tasks or require live-in care? Are they able to move themselves or not? Do they have pre-existing health conditions that require routine checks and medications? All these and more will come into consideration when selecting the right elderly care centre.

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