Patient Story (extracted from Arthritis Foundation Malaysia website):

[Chow Ah Yee looks healthy for a 83-year-old woman. Yet, she dares not leave her home these days for fear that she may fall or faint while outside. Ever since she has been diagnosed with osteoporosis a few years ago, she has been careful not to over-exert herself for fear of fracturing herself… Since then, she has had to modify her lifestyle. Unable to stand or sit for long hours, she has learnt to slow down her pace and allow her daughters to care for her.]

You may identify with the situation above or know someone who does.  In fact, one in three Malaysians over the age of 55 suffers from osteoarthritis. Arthritis is the inflammation of the joints. The other types are rheumatoid arthritis and gout. Although arthritis is more common among the elderly, it does not discriminate and may develop in younger adults and children. Hence, at Woodrose, we not only provide elderly care services but also assistance for all those with this condition. 

The symptoms of arthritis are joint pain, restrictions in movement, as well as swelling. 

Although arthritis is a condition without a cure, the good news is there are steps that one can take to manage symptoms better and reduce the negative impact on one’s life. Other than the options of medication or surgery, our assisted living facilities provide a suitable environment for residents to maintain a balance of healthy weight as well as a diet to reduce inflammation and improve the joints. At our residential care homes, among the many services that we provide are physiotherapy and physical therapy for residents who have conditions such as arthritis. Hence, through our premium care services, we strive to help all our residents to have a good quality of life, and one which is meaningful as well.

Undoubtedly, one of the aspects determining the quality of life for seniors is their environment.

Some of the common environmental factors which may impact their quality of life are housing (comfort, size, overall satisfaction with living space), facilities, residents (interactions, behaviour), nuisance (social insecurity), as well as the neighbourhood. 

Considering these factors, the quality and accessibility of the environment in which an older person lives can have a significant impact on how active they are in society. The more active they are, the more they age healthily and have fulfilling lives. 

Additionally, adaptations inside and outside the home may not only reduce accidents but also assist residents to live independently and enjoy a higher quality of life.

It is known that good health is associated with access to green areas and the time spent outdoors. Although older people may have physical difficulties, they often wish to be more active and mobile. Hence at Woodrose, we provide opportunities for our residents to participate in a wide range of activities from gardening, arts and crafts, baking and religious teachings to regular day trips. 

We know that each resident is unique. Therefore, we provide individual care and support while activities are catered to each one’s needs and preferences. We ensure that comfortable settings and a warm ambience are made available, especially for the ease and accessibility of all of our residents.

The Ramsay Sime Darby Health Care Group continues to advocate a better quality of life of Malaysians through its many initiatives under RSD Cares umbrella.

Motivated by their philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’, RSDH Group reaffirms its commitment to social responsibility via their three key pillars, Caring for our People, Caring for our Planet, and Caring for our community.

Staying ahead of the Group, Subang Jaya Medical Centre (SJMC) rolled out a dedicated programme for the elderly this year, under the RSD Cares’ pillar of Caring for our community. Woodrose Senior Residences is proud and honoured to be selected to pioneer this initiative. SJMC provided free eye screenings and around-the-clock ambulance services for our elders.

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In conjunction with the beginning of the fasting month “Bulan Ramadhan” Woodrose Senior Residences organised a gathering for the staff and residents to mark this auspicious day on our calendar.

Our facilities are unique in its’ offering of healthcare services based on Shariah principles that completely accommodate our elder residents’ physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. Woodrose Senior Residences establishments continue to strive to provide the best in quality elder care that is imbued with Islamic values in every facet of our caregiving service.

When one thinks of elderly homes, one usually thinks of days where seniors would have idle time on their hands. The thought of two seniors finding love between each other may seem like a distant reality to some. Remarkably for two seniors at a private nursing home, love managed to find its way for them.

The conotations of days where seniors would remain idle and lonesome while staying in an elderly home may be a thing of the past. These days, seniors at elderly homes can connect with people of their generation who may share similar experiences and engage in social interactions which may be beneficial for their overall wellbeing.

While social media may be ubiquitous in today’s society, the elderly generation comes from an era where personal interaction was more prevalent than today’s social media interactions which lacks the human touch. Bonding together over a simple lunch affair with people of a similar generation may be a great way to forge close companionships.

Multiple studies have also shown that elders who regularly and routinely engage with people, whether it is having a social gathering, an intellectual discourse or just having a friendly chatter may be conducive for their overall mental health and wellbeing. Thus, it would stand to reason that an elderly home would make for a perfect place for seniors to socialise and mingle with one another.

Which is where elderly homes such as Woodrose comes in, where we not only provide care for your aging loved ones but also a great place for seniors to socialise and mingle to boost their health and wellbeing.

At Woodrose, it’s our responsibility to ensure that all Elders under our charge are well-cared for physically and mentally. Contact us at +6012-7098102 to find out more about the extensive services and facilities offered at Woodrose Senior Residences

Source from https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2021/10/24/love-blossoms-for-seniors-at-nursing-home-amid-pandemic

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