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Winter Tips for Seniors

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For seniors, the bitter cold and snowy conditions of winter can be very dangerous. Seniors have a higher chance of tripping, but also have a poorer immune system, making them more prone to the flu and pneumonia. We don't have to spend all of the winter indoors, despite the weather. Planning ahead and being aware of your surroundings are necessary for staying cheerful while ageing. Here are some winter safety tips for seniors to help you get ready for a safer and healthier winter season, whether you're a senior yourself or the caregiver of a senior loved one. Be prepared for the weather If you must visit outside on a chilly day, wear layers that are loose. You'll stay warm because of the air between your layers. Don't forget your scarf and cap. If your head and neck are left exposed, you will lose a lot of heat. In the rain, put on shoes and a waterproof jacket. If your clothing gets wet, change it right away. Moisture frequently  The loss of moisture in older skin is m

In-house Transition Care for Elders

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Transition Care is a full-service care programme that offers a certain kind of space and setting so that elderly people can take their time adjusting to the environment change. This service entails housing senior citizens in a specialized, multi-disciplinary environment that provides them with access to a range of healthcare resources, including physical and rehab care, dementia and memory care, breathing exercises, spiritual wellness, yoga for seniors, music therapy , and skilled nursing care services provided in athulya assisted living setting that closely resembles a home. Senior citizens are typically treated for their disease and discharged from healthcare facilities after receiving advice to make regular visits to monitor their health. What people tend to forget is that for an elderly person, there is a certain period between hospital discharge and home that necessitates special attention and care and is essential for the person's post-hospitalization mental and physical reh