Support network To help the elderly fully tap into these resources, volunteers, particularly health workers, play a crucial role in bridging the gap between the public healthcare system and the community, says Lee. In her view, volunteers are just part of the comprehensive support network for elderly people living alone, and the government should enhance community care services as demand …
When an elderly man with dementia started wandering off from his Singapore home, often walking miles before being found, his carers were at a loss over how to keep track of him – until a tech firm suggested fitting him with a wearable GPS tag. "We also need to keep a very close eye on data security and privacy issues, …
Septuagenarian Mohona Sikdar was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease four years ago. It can lead to depression and other related issues.” Last year, the Dignity Foundation—an NGO dealing with senior citizens across metros in India—moved its programmes online to help seniors stuck at home due to coronavirus restrictions. It’s time we took to technology as a leveller to make life comfortable …
