During the cold winter months, do you feel that you "don't move as much," "walk more slowly," or "get tired more easily"? Winter is a season when the elderly tend to lose their physical strength and muscle power because they have fewer opportunities to go outside and tend to move less. However, before spring arrives, a little...

When you hear the word "dehydration," you may have a strong image of summer. In fact, however, winter is also a season when the elderly are prone to dehydration. The combination of dryness caused by heating, decreased fluid intake due to cold weather, and changes in body sensation can cause dehydration to progress unnoticed. Severe...

Many elderly people find it hard to go outside or spend more time sitting at home during the cold season. Winter is a season when it is easy to become inactive. A decrease in physical activity not only reduces muscle strength and stamina, but also increases the risk of falls and decreases energy...

As the population ages, the question of "What kind of facility should I choose for my peace of mind?" is a very big concern for those living with dementia and their families. This is a very big concern for people living with dementia and their families. In particular, it is important to keep a few points in mind when looking for a facility that offers dementia-specific care. This article...

Many people who want to use welfare services have common concerns such as "Is it really right for me? Especially for individuals and families who are considering social services for the first time, it is...

Nursing care, disability, childcare, medical care - when problems arise in daily life, the first thing many people feel is confusion: "I don't know where to turn for help. The systems are complex and full of jargon, and even if they think they have done their research, they cannot determine whether or not it applies to their case. As a result...

When people begin to think about caring for their elderly family members, many are unsure of what kind of facility to choose, or what the difference is between "elderly care" and "special care." What is the difference between "elderly care" and "special care"? Both are facilities where the elderly can live and receive care, but the purpose, role, conditions of admission, and how they spend their time...

〜After-school daycare services (hereafter "Hou-Day") are welfare services available to children with disabilities or developmental characteristics after school hours or during long vacations. It is not a place that "just takes care of...

Many families wish for their family members to remain in their familiar homes for as long as possible after being diagnosed with dementia. Many families wish for their family members to stay in their familiar homes for as long as possible after a diagnosis of dementia, but in reality, they will face more and more difficulties in their daily lives. They may not know where things are, they may not be able to sleep at night, they may wander around, they may have trouble bathing, toileting, or ...

I am a little concerned about my child's development..." "I have heard of rehabilitation services, but how do I start?" In order to answer these questions for families, we have compiled an easy-to-understand illustration of the process of receiving rehabilitation services. There are several steps before starting rehabilitation...