by Eleanor Yap | Jul 2, 2013 | Health
A gerontology programme that caters to seniors rather than social work practitioners. Seniors can get a better understanding of active ageing topics and its related issues in a practical Social Gerontology programme called “I’m Senior & I’m Loving It”. An...
by Eleanor Yap | Jul 1, 2013 | Health
A form of arthritis, gout is a concern to many seniors. Learn how to manage this condition. BY: Esther Low Gout is an acute, chronic form of arthritis that is characterised by sudden bouts of severe pain in the joints, especially that of the big toe though it...
by Eleanor Yap | Jun 24, 2013 | Health
Dealing with depression is a serious matter and some seniors as well as family members may be in denial. BY: Eleanor Yap Depression is a condition many seniors are dealing with and sadly, some as well as their family members may be in denial. The...
by Eleanor Yap | Jun 20, 2013 | Health
An eczema sufferer for six years says an alkaline diet is his solution. BY: Eleanor Yap KK Tan, 67, swears by an alkaline diet, which is mostly vegetarian. The theory behind such a diet is that by eating certain foods, it can help maintain the body’s...
by Eleanor Yap | Jun 13, 2013 | Caregiving
Learn caregiving skills to make your journey a joy rather than a burden. BY: Priyanka Awasthi Perhaps it dawned on you quite gradually. At a family reunion dinner with your parents, you found that this year, your mother had not cooked the family’s...
by Eleanor Yap | Jun 12, 2013 | Health
Dental implants can be a heaven-sent for those with missing teeth, however, there are some points to take note. BY: Dr Ang Chee Wan For those with missing teeth, dental implants can bring back the joy of simple activities such as eating and chewing food...
by Eleanor Yap | Jun 6, 2013 | Products
Illuminate your reading experience. The OWL Optical Wallet Light (left) is a credit card-sized light and magnifier. It is easy to use and to carry. It fits in wallets and handbags with ease. The magnification and light will illuminate and magnify books,...
by Eleanor Yap | Jun 5, 2013 | Caregiving
A social enterprise that sells adaptive clothing, which allows those with limited mobility to dress themselves. BY: Eleanor Yap It was all a chance encounter that took 39-year-old Shamla Ramasamy down the social enterprise path. She was doing some...
by Eleanor Yap | Jun 3, 2013 | Caregiving
As a caregiver, there are a few things you can do for the elderly as well as for yourself. BY: Benita Fong Caregiving can be both challenging as well as rewarding. Here are some tips to care for the eyes of your loved one as well as some additional tips...
by Eleanor Yap | May 27, 2013 | Reflections
A senior shares two distinct memories of her past – throwing pebbles at guards and her patchwork panty. BY: Maureen Tay There was a little girl with an impish grin and freckled cheeks. She was a fostered child to a maternal spinster aunt, who brought her...
by Eleanor Yap | May 25, 2013 | Miscellaneous
The Death Café movement has grown since 2010 especially in the UK and US. Though not a physical café, it however gets people of all ages to share their thoughts about death. BY: Eleanor Yap The Death Café movement has been growing in the UK as well as the US,...
by Eleanor Yap | May 20, 2013 | Health
This long-term condition has no cure. The only way to deal with it is by using medication regularly. BY: Eleanor Yap Fifty-four-year-old Desmond Seng had asthma since his early teens. However, he has not let his condition get the better of him. “When I...
by Eleanor Yap | May 15, 2013 | Ask The Expert
Q: I am having a hard time juggling multiple medications. Can you give me tips on how best to deal with this problem? Multiple medications are common among the elderly as they tend to have more medical conditions. According to a 2012 study done by the...
by Eleanor Yap | May 13, 2013 | Finance
Life insurance company provides income for the client’s lifetime. Addressing the issue of increasing life expectancies and that some current life insurance plans cap their payouts after 10 to 20 years, Tokio Marine Life Insurance Singapore (TMLS) has introduced...
by Eleanor Yap | May 8, 2013 | Inspiring Figures
Johanna Salim shares her journey volunteering with the zoo, interacting with the animals and educating visitors about pet responsibility. BY: Lynne Hong Johanna Salim (affectionately called ‘Auntie Johanna’) is the oldest volunteer at the docent (derived...
