Communicating with Older Adults in a Healthcare Setting
As the new generation of healthcare professionals continues to grow, so are the ways in which we communicate….
Part 3 of 3 : Dementia for the Person with Dementia
In the second part of the series, we looked at what it is like for the informal caregiver…
Part 1 of 3 : What is Dementia?
Dementia may seemingly be one of the most difficult diseases to live with and to experience. It not…
I am retiring soon. How can I prepare myself?
Whether you are looking forward to retirement, or are dreading what it will be like, retirement brings with…
The psychological effects of retirement
My father just retired and has too much time on his hands. The psychological effects of retirement. Retirement…
My father just retired and has too much time on his hands. How can I support him?
Research shows that if retirees come from supportive families, they are more likely to successfully adapt to retirement….
My Grandpa Learned to Use Facebook
Technology is best when it brings people together No man is an island. Humans are born with a…
Being an Elderly during the COVID-19 Festive Season | Part 2
In my previous blog, Being an Elderly during COVID-19, I wrote about how lonely and isolating the elderly…
Being an Elderly during COVID-19 | Part 1
Being an elderly means much more than being simply over 60. It means that as you get older,…
I’m struggling to come to terms with my grandfather’s death because I couldn’t see him
Bereavement can be a very painful experience in any situation. However, during the past few months, bereavement has…
Ways of staying in touch with elderly family during lockdown
The elderly is amongst the highest population facing the risk of loneliness in today’s society. With the introduction…
5 ways to bring the festive joy to an elderly home
While most of us are out shopping for gifts and planning our holiday dinners, those who reside in…