Resource Guide
Geriatric Wellbeing
Supporting cognitive and emotional well-being and maintaining independence for individuals.
With increasing age, individuals may experience gradual changes in memory, mood, physical health, and daily functioning. These changes can sometimes feel confusing or distressing for both the individual and their family.
Families may notice:
- Forgetfulness or confusion in daily activities
- Reduced social interaction or withdrawal
- Emotional changes such as sadness, irritability, or anxiety
- Slower routine functioning or increased dependence
This section focuses on:
- Supporting cognitive and emotional well-being
- Maintaining independence in daily activities for as long as possible
- Promoting healthy routines, engagement, and quality of life
- Providing care with respect, patience, and dignity
At the same time, a key focus is on educating caregivers to better understand the concerns associated with ageing. Caregivers often face challenges such as:
- Interpreting whether changes are part of normal ageing or a clinical concern
- Managing repetitive questions, forgetfulness, or resistance to help
- Balancing care and independence without overprotection
- Coping with their own emotional stress and caregiving burden
This section helps caregivers to:
- Develop a deeper understanding of ageing-related changes
- Learn effective communication and supportive caregiving approaches
- Respond with empathy rather than frustration
- Create a safe, structured, and emotionally supportive environment
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