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Life Right in South Africa

Understand Life Right living and the options available.

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Care Communities

Guidance on finding a care community that feels right.

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Dementia

Understanding dementia and supporting someone you love.

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Medication Management

Helpful reading on medication routines and support.

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Nutrition

Eating well through the later years.

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Assisted Living

Explore everyday support that protects independence.

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Frail Care

Understand more consistent care and support.

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Healthy Aging

Ideas for wellbeing, connection and everyday life.

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September 11, 2020

7 Ways technology is revolutionising senior care

In an age where technology is part of our everyday lives, AI, robotics, the internet and smart devices are revolutionising the world of senior care too. Discover some of the cutting-edge technological developments in senior health care here.
August 12, 2020

5 ways to support your elderly loved ones during COVID-19

Social distancing is an essential way to stop the spread of COVID-19. However, isolation can take its toll, particularly for seniors who are already vulnerable to feelings of loneliness. While you might not be able to see or touch your elderly loved ones in person, you can still support them from afar with these five care tips.
August 12, 2020

7 Lessons from the Blue Zones on how to live longer

The way we live is a big factor in our wellbeing. Five Blue Zones across the globe have a number of lifestyle factors in common that have led to locals living exceptionally long lives. In this article, we take a look at the five lessons for healthy living we’ve learned from these Blue Zones.
July 27, 2020

How Social Life Affects Bone Health

Laugh more. Stress less. Regardless of your anxiety level, humour is a great way to deal with stress. Here are a couple of tips to help you stress less!
July 27, 2020

Casual Friendships, Coworkers, and Even Your Outer Circle Influence Your Health

Laugh more. Stress less. Regardless of your anxiety level, humour is a great way to deal with stress. Here are a couple of tips to help you stress less!
June 5, 2020

5 Health Benefits of Community Living for Over Sixties

It’s well known that people who don’t maintain connections with friends, family and society tend to experience a higher rate of chronic and life-limiting health problems. This is especially true for people who suffer from an increased risk of loneliness and isolation as they head into their sixties and beyond. Senior communal living offers many benefits to avoid these issues. Totalcare takes a closer look at them here.
May 6, 2020
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5 Most Common Health Concerns for Seniors

If you’re caring for an elderly parent or loved one, it’s important to understand the challenges they may face as they age. A number of chronic conditions can become more severe over time, and they might need more help performing daily tasks, taking medicine or getting to doctor’s appointments. Learn more about the various illnesses and conditions most common in seniors, so you can be better prepared to provide the support they need when the time comes.
May 6, 2020

How to Care for Someone Living with Diabetes

Diabetes is a lifelong condition that requires a number of lifestyle changes to manage. If you are living with a diabetic, you can help them make […]
April 20, 2020
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How to Care for Someone Living with Parkinson’s

Parkinson’s is a progressive disease with symptoms that worsen over time. By equipping yourself with more information about the disease, along with some practical advice, you […]
April 20, 2020
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5 Tips to boost your immune system

Individuals over the age of 65 are particularly at risk over the upcoming flu season and the current COVID-19 pandemic. A healthy immune system, excellent hygiene […]
March 7, 2018
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International and national geriatric demographics

Launched in 2009, ANCIEN is a research project financed under the 7th EU Research Framework Programme. It ran for a 44-month period and involved 20 partners […]
June 28, 2017

Why Japan’s longest-lived women hold the key to better health

Okinawa is sort of a Japanese Hawaii — an exotic, laid-back group of islands with warm weather, palm trees, and sugar-sand beaches. For almost a thousand […]
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