Older adults may have multiple, complex medical problems resulting in decreased ability to perform their day-to-day activities Some of these problems are potentially reversible Early interventions can prevent further disabilities
We conduct assessments to detect such problems and provide geriatric rehabilitation services to improve the elderly’s functions
We provide the following:
- Evaluate and identify the medical, functional and social disabilities of the older adult
- Provide interventions aimed to prevent further disabilities
- Help the older adult and his / her family to identify areas of needs and develop an individualised care plan so that the older adult can continue to live at home with his / her loved ones
At the first visit:
- The first visit may take up to 2 hours
- The patient will be assessed initially by a nurse clinician, followed by a geriatrician
- The geriatrician may require blood investigations or special investigations, such as X-rays, to be done
- The patient may be referred to other healthcare professionals such as the physiotherapist, occupational therapist and speech therapist
- Patients are required to bring all their medications (if any) during the first visit
- It is important for a family member or caregiver to be involved in the care of the patient and to accompany the patient to help identify areas of needs and develop an individualised care plan
Return Visit:
- The geriatrician will communicate the clinical findings, diagnosis and recommended plan of management to the patient and his / her family
- The nurse clinician or therapist(s) may counsel, educate and train the family members or caregivers on strategies to care for the patient These may include advice on patient safety, nutrition and coping with difficult behaviours
- Referrals to community services such as day care centres may be initiated
Download Geriatric Rehabilitation Brochure
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