Keypoint:
elderly care Not only health care But housing for the elderly is also important. The more deterioration of the body. Home renovation, building a house, arranging the home environment must be suitable for the elderly in 6 aspects that need to be improved. Manage your environment easily so that the elderly within the family can use the end of life after retirement safely, comfortably and happily
Bone degeneration, such as a curved back and osteoporosis osteoarthritis and may experience forgetfulness or more dementia problems mentioned above All are factors resulting in falls in the elderly.
degenerative factors of the body Therefore, it is something that cannot be fixed, but the environment in the home to prevent accidents can be done. Providing a suitable environment for living is therefore important. so that the elderly can use their daily lives comfortably and safely
The more Thailand has entered into a completely aging society. society that is about to change More attention needs to be paid. so that the elderly in the family can spend the end of their life after retirement safely, comfortably and happily.
Therefore, it would be good if the elderly in the family received proper care. for the safety of the elderly and the peace of mind of the family
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Principles of setting up a suitable environment for the elderly
stability of the house Should take care to check the general condition of the house. If it is found that there is any part that may cause an accident, it should be fixed in a safe condition. Areas that the elderly use regularly should be included in the ground floor of the house. (In the case of a two-story house), such as bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens and resting areas The floor should be smooth and not polished. The area around the house must be smooth without rough surfaces as elderly people with poor balance may stumble and fall. Increase the light inside the house. Elderly people tend to have deterioration of their eyesight. cause the need for more light Inside the house should have sufficient lighting. Especially in the bedroom, bathroom, doors, stairs and corridors, the light switch should be in a position that can be easily turned on and off. home appliances to be in order Arranged in an orderly manner
Relaxing corner if the house has space There should be a relaxation corner for the elderly, such as a small garden corner, front porch, pavilion, or lawn so that the elderly can spend their free time sitting. Take a walk, exercise, water the plants, talk to neighbors. and doing various activities with the family Install SOS It is necessary that it should be placed at various points in the house, whether it is a bedroom, a bathroom, a toilet, a relaxation corner, or a room that the elderly use regularly. Because at the time of the accident, they can come and help in time.
Improving the home, setting up an environment suitable for the elderly
‘Krungthep Turakij’ has compiled methods for home improvement. Or arrange a new home environment suitable for the elderly. for you to be able to use your daily life comfortably and safe in a beloved home surrounded by children and grandchildren Create both warmth and happiness, starting with
1. Add light
Elderly people will have optic nerve. and eyes that begin to deteriorate Ability to see inferior than when young The cause is not difficult to guess from continuous use for a long time. Which will be more or less depends on how you use it throughout your life.
Inside the house, there should be increased lighting in the area where the elderly live regularly. Including areas where accidents may occur such as stairs, bathrooms, doors, corridors. by increasing the light Must be properly added, not too bright. because it will make the eyes of the elderly blurry The optic nerve is worse than before. Importantly, when adding enough light appropriately. Do not forget to move the switch to a position where the elderly can easily turn it on and off.
2. Plain floor, not polished
Should choose to flooring the house with materials that are smooth, not slippery or rough, including not polishing it. To reduce the risk of tripping or slipping in the elderly One of the most common accidents among the elderly in Thailand.
3. Improve the bathroom
Renovating the bathroom to separate the wet room from the dry room separately. to prevent slip and fall problems Choose materials that are not shiny. Have a smooth bathroom floor The toilet should be changed to a flush type like sitting on a chair. Ready to install equipment for supporting yourself when getting up from the toilet Add an emergency alarm to ask for help inside the bathroom. for an accident or unexpected events
4. Install the railing
If the original staircase of the house is an open railing without a railing It should be installed quickly for safety during use. The stairs in every step must have the same height and length, the color is not bright, simple and should not be carpeted. Because this carpet may cause the user to stumble. or can slip and fall
5. A well-ventilated bedroom
The bedroom is another room that is not less important. The room where the owner spends the longest time each day. Therefore, it is necessary to arrange the room to be well ventilated, not cluttered, and have sufficient lighting. Handrails should be installed specifically for support when getting out of bed. These will help to reduce the problem of accidents even more. In addition to arranging a room to create safety Elderly people’s bedrooms should be comfortable. Starting from arranging the bedroom on the 1st floor to facilitate daily use in the house. reduce accident problems because they do not have to go up the stairs to their bedroom
6. Create a relaxing corner
home for the elderly There should be a relaxation corner. That will create relaxation for life, such as a waterfront pavilion, corner of a small flower garden, lawn or various corners in the house should have a recreational corner that promote activities to create smiles and laughter Whether it’s watching movies, listening to music, exercising and reading books.
Comprehensive Elderly Center covering all 6 dimensions
In addition, at present there is a ‘Senior Total Solutions’ center that JAS Asset Public Company Limited cooperates with Vimut Wellness Service Company Limited under the operation of the hospital. Vimut, a subsidiary of Pruksa Holding Public Company Limited, created SENERA ViMUT HEALTH SERVICE’, a rehabilitation and health care center project for families and the elderly. It is located within the SENERA SENIOR project area.
It understands the elderly of all ages and is ready to provide care in every rhythm of life. every illness whether in hospitals as well as residences The goal is to prevent before illness, promote and restore the elderly to be healthy according to their age. To support life to go smoothly.
Senior Total Solutions Vimut Hospital offers specialized care developed by a specialized team of seniors. By focusing on health care in all dimensions according to the following 6 guidelines
Elderly people who are still healthy
1. Preventive Care
The health center conducts health assessments for the elderly. to search for diseases or silent threats in a body that may not have been known before Advise on practice and precautions to prevent the deterioration of physical performance. It also recommends vaccines and various nutrients. needed in the elderly
2. Adjust the house to suit age and use.
Elderly people who are in good health or those who start to have trouble walking with balance The same homes that have been inhabited over time can become old and dangerous for people with limited mobility. The elderly center therefore invented various services. that meet the needs of this group for protection before illness
such as housing adjustment services to suit the elderly Senior Living Solution room decoration package by a specialist in geriatrics who works with Zdecor, a team of architects who provide advice on adjusting the room to suit living needs. taking into account the proper placement of each functional area Safety in the use of standard furniture and equipment, including beautiful and meticulously designed designs. as well as being properly installed for the use of the elderly to be able to be used for a long time
Emergency Alert and Assistance Service (ViMUT Alarm Center) provides peace of mind for caregivers and elders. Especially the elderly who are prone to accidental falls or falls. or dangerous diseases to be treated promptly, such as cerebrovascular disease Myocardial ischemia and other diseases, etc.
The alert and emergency assistance service center will install a device that sends a signal for help to Vimut Hospital. In the event of an incident, the patient can press the emergency button to send an alarm to the emergency receiver. Then the system will make a call to the alert and emergency service center. which is supervised by professional nurses who provide initial consultation Including coordinating to the hospital for assistance in case of an emergency 24 hours a day.
group of elderly who are stuck at home
3. Examination services for difficult and complex diseases
by specialist doctors in all fields To make an accurate diagnosis and provide helpful treatment. There is also a doctor specializing in the elderly. and family medicine physicians who evaluate patients in all aspects Be attentive and consider what is right for the patient and family. for the best quality of life
4. Ongoing care
For the elderly, there is a problem with traveling to the hospital. We provide consulting services for health problems via Telemedicine or consulting doctors online via VDO Call or in the event that it is necessary to draw blood or additional tests. There is also a blood test service and drug delivery at home.
There is a home visit by a doctor. and various cable replacement services or make a wound at home along with providing equipment that is needed for the elderly
dependent elderly
5. Rehabilitation after illness and long-term continuous care with a home-like atmosphere rehabilitation room service
Transition ward takes care of patients after discharge from the hospital. Take care of those who need to recover from surgery. People who want to recover from various diseases including those with self-help problems Bed ridden patients with weekly and monthly services with complete equipment and facilities
such as a spacious single room High ceilings, open air in a warm atmosphere like home. Electrically controlled patient bed Prepare food for patients with specific diseases by dietitians. Mental health screening service physical therapy and occupational therapy for a good quality of life according to age with a team of doctors and nurses ready to take care 24 hours a day
6. Symptom care and relief for palliative patients
For patients and relatives who focus on improving the quality of life is important. want to alleviate various discomforts for a limited time
Senior Total Solutions Vimut Hospital believes that the value of service is satisfaction and makes the elderly have a good quality of life. In addition, family members can trust that our loved ones receive the best care. Contact for advice and inquiries at Senior Health Center, Vimut Hospital, Tel. 080-065-1704, business hours 8.00 – 16.00
refer:Bangkok Hospital Phuket ,Department of Health, Wimut Hospital
2023-09-02 09:24:00
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