We all want our parents to be taken care of, especially in old age. Assisting our loved ones in India as they grow old is a right of passage for many families, as we all can acknowledge how important it is to do our part in promoting the well-being and health of the elderly. If you have decided to move your parents…Read More
REC supports HelpAge to build shelter home for abandoned, destitute elders
by HelpAge India November 21, 2017 0 comments Our SupportersIn the picture, (L to R): Mathew Cherian, CEO, HelpAge India and Shri P. V. Ramesh, CMD, REC, on behalf of REC Foundation sign the MoA in the presence of other senior officials of REC and HelpAge India in New Delhi on 15th November 2017 Rural Electrification Corporation Limited (REC), a Govt. of India - Navratna…Read More
Respite Care: A Solution to Caregiver Stress and Compassion Fatigue
by Dr. Satish Chawla November 15, 2017 0 comments Media CentreElizebeth Kubler Ross devoted her life to the care of the dying. She lived an hour away from the institution where she spent her day and commuted to her home in her private car. Realizing the loss of time she moved closer to her place of work and soon realized that she was suffering from emotional exhaustion. Moving…Read More
Bank facilities for senior citizens become easier!
by HelpAge India November 14, 2017 0 comments FinancialsRBI directs all banks to provide doorstep banking to those above 70 by 31st Dec. 2017 Information from the Press Trust of India wire Senior citizens of more than 70 years of age and the differently-abled can look forward to availing of basic banking services, right from the comfort of their home. The RBI on…Read More
How to communicate to a loved one about Dementia
by Dr. Satish Chawla September 25, 2017 0 comments Our Supporters“Whatever you do, don’t tell Maa about her Dementia Diagnosis.” Doctors often hear this line because the families of the person diagnosed with Dementia are worried that the truth will destroy their loved one and will cause depression and sorrow. Some of the doctors agree with this point, but many doctors…Read More