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Our response to Covid-19
At Totalcare, we’ve always been dedicated to the safety and wellbeing of our residents. Now, with the increasing risk posed by the novel coronavirus, we are taking even greater precautions to ensure the ongoing health and safety of our residents and staff members. Read on for more information about our Covid-19 Infection Prevention and Control Policy.
June 3, 2020
Hogeweyk Dementia Village in the Netherlands is the first of its kind, offering a secure gated community where residents with dementia can live a seemingly normal life in a familiar lifestyle setting. Find out more about it in the South African context, and how we are bringing the concept to life at Ikaria in our Belenois Retirement Village.
May 6, 2020
While home care for an elderly loved one might seem like a more affordable option, it’s often not the case. We’ve put together an overview of the average monthly cost of home care compared to what you can expect to […]
May 6, 2020
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.