Ageing is an inevitable process, but it is accompanied by specific difficulties that necessitate individualized and specific care. The number of elderly people worldwide is growing, and comprehensive geriatric care is more important than ever. Ideally, maintaining the health, independence, and dignity of older adults is the keystone of good geriatric care. This approach not only enhances their quality of life but also provides caregivers with the tools to manage the challenges of family care environments.
Understanding Geriatric Care
Geriatric care is related to the physical, mental, and emotional health of elderly individuals. It addresses common age-related health issues such as chronic illnesses, mobility challenges, cognitive decline, and social isolation. A multidisciplinary management approach is necessary to cope with these complexities, involving clinical medical, rehabilitative, and emotional support.
In addition to the treatment of a single disease, geriatric care focuses on preventive care and early intervention. Health-promoting preventive measures such as regular monitoring, nutritional counselling, exercise treatment, and psychological care are essential in healthy ageing. These techniques help the elderly preserve their autonomy and prevent the occurrence of complications that frequently develop in the absence of the treatment of asymptomatic conditions.
The Growing Need for Geriatric Care in Kerala
Kerala, known to the world as India’s geriatric state, has the highest proportion of elderly people in the country. This demographic turn has resulted in a substantial increase in the need for highly specialized geriatric care. Common health concerns such as diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, and dementia are prevalent among older adults, highlighting the need for accessible and effective healthcare services tailored to their needs.
Furthermore, the emergence of nuclear families and the urban population in combination with the breakdown of usual caregiving structures has resulted in increased vulnerability among the aging segment. With this present situation, institutions such as
Tiruvalla Medical Mission (TMM) are of great importance in providing care to the growing elderly of Kerala.
TMM’s Role in Geriatric Care
At TMM Hospital, geriatric care is a core component of our commitment to holistic and compassionate healthcare. Our multidisciplinary team includes geriatricians, physiotherapists, dietitians, and mental health specialists, who ensure that older adults receive individualized and holistic care.
With world-class facilities, TMM is fully equipped for comprehensive diagnostic evaluation and advanced treatment modalities. Specialized services including physiotherapy, pain and pharmacotherapy, and cognitive testing are specifically tailored to the specific needs of older patients. In addition, our focus on preventative care enables patients to be proactive about their health and wellbeing
Key Aspects of Geriatric Care at TMM
● Comprehensive Health Assessments: Regular screenings facilitate the early detection of possible health problems so that they can be addressed in due time and given treatment.
● Chronic Disease Management: Diseases such as diabetes hypertension, and arthritis need continuous care to avoid complications and enhance quality of life.
● Rehabilitation Services: Physiological rehabilitations and programs of physical therapies support the recovery of acquired injuries, operations, and limitations of mobility, thereby enabling aged people to continue with independence.
● Mental Health Support: Emotional well-being is a critical aspect of geriatric care. Counselling and psychotherapy sessions treat problems like depression, anxiety, and cognitive deficits.
● Palliative and End-of-Life Care: Compassionate care for patients and their families in times of crisis affords dignity and comfort.
Encouraging Healthy Aging
Healthy ageing extends beyond medical care. It includes a cohesive approach of social, physical, and cognitive structuring which facilitates general well-being. Families and caregivers have a critical role to play in shaping spheres of influence that facilitate healthy behaviours and affective intersubjectivity. Through regular physical exercise,
tailored nutritional plans, and mental stimulation, the aged can be kept active and helped to live relatively active lives.
A Trusted Partner in Geriatric Care
Tiruvalla Medical Mission has been lighting up the lives of those in search of caring, trustworthy medical care for the last 90 years. Our legacy of trust, combined with our advanced facilities and renowned team of experts, positions TMM as a leading provider of geriatric care in Kerala. By addressing the unique challenges of ageing, we strive to support older adults and their families through every stage of life.
Healthy ageing is not just about living longer, but also about prolonging life in a way that is viable and dignified. At TMM, we firmly believe that this vision is achievable and have made it a mission to bring it to the elderly population we serve.
