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DR OLINDA PEREIRA
Assisted living communities are for those seniors who want an independent lifestyle but who may need assistance for their individual needs. In these communities, you should feel like your independent and have the peace of mind knowing that your specific daily needs are met. These needs include daily meals, dressing, bathing, help with medication, transportation and personal mobility. With assisted living seniors can get support in five main areas : bathing, dressing, medication management, meal preparation, and transportation. Other services...
Concerns in geriatric care that India needs to tackle right now
Dr Karthiyayini Mahadevan, Head, Wellness and Well-being, Columbia Pacific Communities emphasises on the importance of geriatric care and why it should become a part of primary healthcare servicesAccording to the Census of India, the number of senior citizens was approximately 7.6 crore in 2001. The number increased to 10.4 crore in 2011 and is expected to grow to 17.3 crore by 2025 and 24 crore by 2050. In the last two decades, there has been a significant increase in the...
How Is Life For Senior Citizens Rapidly Changing India?
How Is Life For Senior Citizens Rapidly Changing India? BY AMRUTA LOVEKAR There are nearly 103 million senior citizens in India with the population expected to grow to 300 million by 2050. The country itself is rapidly undergoing change in terms of technology, cultural and social changes. Here’s an expert look at how is life for senior citizens in a rapidly changing India. Economic and Social Policies for Seniors We already have economic and social policies...