RESIDENTIAL CARE

Residential care provides a range of care, accommodation, hospitality and services for older people who are unable to continue living independently in their own homes. This residential care facility is available for 30 elders. Present facility at SANTHAM HOME FOR AGED has spacious of living area with all basic amenities having high standard hygienic and clean aged friendly environment. Main portions: hall, big kitchen, Pooja room, Sick room and restrooms having western types and Indian types. Further Separate bath rooms availed with Hot water facilities.

HEALTH CARE

Common health problems in older age include hearing loss, cataracts and refractive errors, back and neck pain and osteoarthritis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, diabetes, depression and dementia. As people age, they are more likely to experience several conditions at the same time. The services will include health promotion, preventive services, diagnosis and management of geriatric medical problems, day care services, rehabilitative services . For this we have a Medical team to address the health problems of the aged. The team visits the home twice in a week and provide medical support according to the necessitous. Permanent Nursing care is being availed in the home.

MENTAL HEALTH CARE

we believe that aging is a privilege denied to many, and it is a complex, dynamic, ever-changing process that many people are not prepared for. Emotional care is one of the essential needs of the elderly. Depression, anxiety disorders, elder abuse or neglect, a decline in memory, loneliness, bereavement, grief, and stress are common mental challenges senior citizens face. The mental health care service aims to support residents experiencing mild depression or anxiety and those having trouble adjusting to changes or coping with loss. We have trained professional psychologists in all general aspects’ general psychology. They are experts in Aged care/Geriatric mental health issues. For there is one appointed professionally trained psychological counsellor and experts closely interacts with residents to relive them from these socio -psycho problems.

NUTRIONAL CARE

The nutritional care is an ingratiated by the dieticians and geriatric care specialists. A nutritious diet is a fundamental aspect of health and wellbeing. Several factors contribute to the poor nutrition of aged care residents. Hence, we provide proper assistance for residents unable to feed themselves, whether due to physical limitation or impaired cognitive function that impedes the resident’s capacity to recognise the need for regular food and drink. The staff cater and monitor for a resident’s individual requirements regarding eating and drinking; The management of the home provide a sufficient budget allocation for nutritious food and ensure that staff have sufficient time to provide assistance to residents during mealtimes.

• Freshly prepared delicious and nutritious meals
• Choice of menu for lunch and dinner
• Week rotational and seasonal menu
• Special dietary needs catered for