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Managing Symptoms: The Importance of Palliative Care

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The need for quality healthcare has become more pronounced in today's fast-paced world, where medical advancements have extended our lifespan. One essential aspect of healthcare that is often overlooked but plays a critical role is palliative care . This comprehensive approach to addressing pain, symptoms, and stress that often accompany serious illnesses can significantly improve the quality of life for patients. Let's delve into the significance of palliative care and its vital role in managing symptoms effectively. Often overshadowed by the prominence of curative treatments, palliative care i s a beacon of compassionate support that shines brightly in healthcare. This facet of medical care is a guardian of comfort and dignity for individuals grappling with serious illnesses. It encompasses a holistic approach that resonates deeply with the core principles of healthcare: alleviating pain, managing symptoms, and mitigating the profound stress that often coexists with the sha

Common Misconceptions About Alzheimer’s Disease

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The mere term ‘Alzheimer’s’ causes immense panic among the common public, and there’s a valid reason behind such a reaction as well. The amount of myths that have spurred out of Alzheimer’s disease is insane, which has subsequently left many, including senior citizens wondering which of them are actually true. Hence, in the hopes of creating more awareness, we’ll be shedding a bit of light on the myths and facts about Alzheimer’s disease, subsequently offering the readers enough clarity on it.  Alzheimer’s disease is inarguably one of the deadliest diseases in the entire world, primely because they are irreversible. Once diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, there is, unfortunately, no going back. “Alzheimer's is not about the past—the successes, the accolades, the accomplishments… Alzheimer's is about the present and the struggle, the scrappy brawl, the fight to live with a disease. It's being in the present, the relationships, the experiences, which is the core of life, the

Tips for your parents moving into an assisted living

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There comes a phase in everyone’s life where a parent is obliged to give up their comfortable lifestyle to live with their potential peers in an assisted-living facility. However, as easy as it sounds, making such a decision has always been an uphill task. Why you might ask? Imagine having to give up a familiar place stuffed with emotional memories to live in unfamiliar territory with unfamiliar faces. But that’s not it; the myths and superstitions that come along with senior living have only piled on more hurdles to attaining the transition. Not to worry! There are enough ways to evade such hurdles and offer a smooth transition for your parents into senior living. Why Parents Transition Into Senior Living is Needed? Looking for reasons for transition? The answer is quite simple; Sudden changes can be catastrophic for people of any age, let alone the elderly. Put yourself in your parent’s shoes - After decades of hard work, the pressure is finally off as you decide to cherish you

Short and Long Term Care for Seniors

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At Athulya Assisted Living , we make sure that the experience for residents is similar to the activities of our long- or short-term residents. Through our personalized services, basic amenities, and a wide range of programming activities, each person will be able to live life to the fullest. You can be sure that every need will be fulfilled by our caring staff with fun activities, security, and vegetarian diet all specifically catered to you whether you are staying a few days, a few weeks, or a few months in one of our lovely senior living community. Short-Term Care Seniors who require short-term care may range from normally independent seniors who have been affected by disease or disability to those with dementia and Alzheimer's who already receive 24 hour care. They all require thorough care for a brief period of time in a welcoming environment. Short-term residents still benefit from engaging activities for connection, well-appointed facilities, a sense of security, and lovely

Best Streaming Devices for Seniors

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As you may have seen, the majority of brand-new TVs being offered nowadays are smart TVs, which let you connect to the internet. Additionally, using an Internet-connected TV allows you to run apps, browse the web, and stream media. There are many streaming devices that help make any older person’s day a cheerful one. Other than smart TV, Even Tracking your fitness is a great way to monitor your health. Data that you might need later can be gathered and stored by them. You may look up the number of calories burned during various activities . Additionally, fitness trackers or fitness apps for seniors have the benefit of monitoring things like blood pressure and sleep quality. After using wearable devices for six weeks, 45% of senior people have reported feeling more motivated to maintain their fitness levels. In this digital era, every age group is treated equally with the advancement of technology which is common for all that brings digital equity .  Consider social media platforms as o

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

The Great Athulya kitchen

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My mother used to tell me as a child that the kitchen is where life begins. Even though I didn't recognize it at that time, I can now understand the importance of a kitchen in a home. The majority of the time, elderly people's main concern is their diet because they have little options for food because of their chronic illnesses. Because of this, they no longer appreciate their meals as much as they did when they were younger. And one of the main criteria seniors look out in a senior living community is the diet and dining experience provided for them. Athulya Assisted Living being a haven for seniors provides seniors with a healthy vegetarian diet that is prepared by the specialist Athulya cooks according to the needs of each elderly.  The Dining Experience in Athulya Athulya Assisted Living provides the best meal plan and dining experience for seniors with nutritional assistance from a nutritionist skilled in diet plans. Not only do they claim to provide the best meal plans,

Seniors Living with Epilepsy

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Epilepsy is a common condition that affects the brain and causes recurrent seizures in the individual. This neurological condition is distinguished by unusual behaviour, sensations, and, on rare occasions, loss of consciousness. Epilepsy can affect anyone. Epilepsy can affect men and women of all ages, races, and cultural backgrounds. To enrich you with more information about epilepsy and elderly, read this blog which will take you through the steps that an elder need to take to prevent or manage epilepsy. Get set and read! National Epilepsy Day was established by the Epilepsy Foundation of India as a national campaign to reduce the prevalence of epilepsy in India. National Epilepsy Day 2022 is observed every year on November 17th to raise public awareness of epilepsy. The medial temporal are the parts of the brain that frequently cause seizures. Neglecting it can have long-term consequences for the brain health of the elderly. The elderly are the most affected by epilepsy. The elderl

Recognizing Lung Cancer Awareness Month

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The month of November is designated as Lung Cancer Awareness Month. The significance of this designation is to raise awareness about how Lung Cancer accounts for approximately 25% of all cancer deaths. Each year, lung cancer claims more compared with other cancer. Lung cancer is cancer that begins in the lungs. There may be no signs or symptoms in the early stages. A history of smoking increases the likelihood of being diagnosed with the disease, but nonsmokers can also develop it. Lung cancer symptoms: Lung cancer typically doesn't show any symptoms in its early stages. Common presenting symptoms of lung cancer in its advanced stages include: A new, recurring cough New wheezing attack Coughing up blood or rusty phlegm Breathing difficulty Pain in the chest, particularly when inhaling and exhaling, having a good laugh, or coughing Voice hoarse Weight loss without effort Appetite loss Fatigue Fluid in the lungs Infections that persist, such as respiratory tract infections The spread

Role of Exercise in Arthritis Management

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Although the term "arthritis" is used to encompass 100+ disorders that affect joints, adjacent tissues, and other connective tissues, causing joint inflammation. Depending on the type, arthritis can have a variety of reasons. Millions of people throughout the world are known to be affected by the crippling condition that limits the range of motion and has an impact on functional life. As a result, specialists stress that if untreated, it might completely limit your mobility. On this world Arthritis Day October 12, raise awareness of the prevalence and effects of rheumatic and musculoskeletal disorders. Many people who have arthritis tend to avoid exercise out of concern that it might make their joints discomfort. However, one of the most effective ways to lessen the impairment frequently linked to arthritis is through exercising. When you have arthritis, it might be challenging to stay active, but doing so can help you stay independent by reducing pain and other arthritis-rel

Common Workplace Injuries and How to Prevent Them

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World First Aid Day is marked annually on the second Saturday in September; this year, September 10 occurs on that date. The goal of World First Aid Day is to "highlight the value of first aid procedures in ensuring safety and improving the quality of care." First aid is a "humanitarian deed" that should be available to everyone, according to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), which established the day in 2000. The IFRC also exhorts individuals to acquire fundamental first aid knowledge since volunteers and communities that practice first aid can save lives "without discrimination." The National Safety Council estimates that an employee experiences an occupational injury every seven seconds. Workplace accidents have an impact on the person as well as their coworkers and company. However, there are measures that businesses can take to help prevent these most frequent workplace accidents. Overexertion Even the most p