Care Series

The right programme depends on the person’s abilities, health, goals and preferences. With suitable assessment, regular practice and ongoing review, rehabilitation can help older adults remain as active, comfortable and independent as possible.

Should CCTV cameras be installed around residents’ beds to improve safety, or does this cross the line into an invasion of privacy?

Home care is a broad umbrella of services include medical and nursing care, medication management, rehabilitation, personal care, social and caregiver support.

Good oral health is much more than having clean teeth. Our mouth allows us to eat, chew, swallow, speak, smile and communicate. For older adults, declining oral function may affect nutrition, social participation, independence and overall quality of life.

Falls are one of the most common and serious health concerns affecting older adults. A fall is sometimes dismissed as an accident, but in geriatric care, every fall should be treated as an important clinical event. A fall may reveal an underlying health problem, an environmental hazard, or a decline in mobility and balance

Dementia affects millions of older adults worldwide and remains one of the greatest healthcare challenges of our ageing society. One of the most widely used and evidence-based approaches is reminiscence therapy.

The ideal nursing home is one that continually asks, “Is this intervention truly necessary, or is there a way to help this person remain as independent, dignified, and engaged as possible?”

A strong Infection Prevention and Control programme built upon surveillance, staff training, hand hygiene, environmental cleaning, vaccination, and prompt outbreak management can significantly reduce infection risks.

Death is one of the few certainties in life, yet it remains one of the most difficult topics to discuss. Understanding death allows us to prepare, make informed decisions, and ensure our wishes are respected.

Catheters should be reserved for clear medical indications due to their higher risk of complications, particularly infections. Diapers are more commonly used for supportive care and are suitable for most residents with incontinence when managed properly.