There is no “perfect” way to take care of an elderly suffering from Dementia except with the most love and patience that you are able to muster on that day. As a family member, it is often a struggle...
Let us get rid of some common misconceptions. Just because you are being asked to talk to a psychologist or a counsellor, it does not mean that you are “MAD”. That you are weak. Or that you have somehow...
Stress is something that we all encounter in our day-to-day lives. Unfortunately stress at work place is a very common issue that busy professionals have to increasingly deal with. Stress may help some to improve their performance or achieve...
Physical & Mental Rehabilitation in India More than 400 million Indians suffer from some form of chronic pain or mental illness. Some of those affected are the elderly, but many sufferers are young adults, housewives, middle-aged corporate workers...
An oxygen concentrator is a medical device used to deliver oxygen to those who have low levels of it in their blood. It is a relatively new product in India, where many are more aware of Oxygen Cylinders. An...
Each person is different with different needs Even for active adults, going out for shopping or meeting friends become difficult as they get older. For some, age can, unfortunately, have more debilitating long term effects. Some older citizens may...
The significance of making a Will cannot be underestimated. It is a central part of your financial planning. A properly drafted legally valid Will is the only way to make sure that your property, savings and possessions go to...
Pranab was a 69-year-old architect who was advised hip replacement surgery and then referred for post-operative rehabilitation solutions by his orthopaedic consultant for 4 weeks. Physiotherapy was thought beneficial and recommended to strengthen his hip abductor muscles and to...
The troubles of the elderly are chiefly financial, marked by the loss of independent earnings. Health-related problems typically afflict them too. Lack of safety and security are added hazards, especially in urban settings. As revealed by pan-India surveys, almost...
The human life goes through several different stages, from an infant to a youth, to middle age and finally, old age. Each stage has its own pros and cons. But the toughest stage of a person’s life is supposedly...