Medically reviewed by Dr. Chitra Anand, Head of Medical Services, Gracias Living Dementia is a sensitive health topic. This article shares general information. It does not replace advice from your parent’s doctor. There is no fixed settling period. Some people…
Written by Meenakshi Dawar. Medically reviewed by Dr. Chitra Anand. Suspect a stroke right now? Get emergency medical help immediately. Call an ambulance, and note the time your parent was last seen well. Do not wait for the symptoms to…
This article shares my personal opinion. It comes from my own experience and my many conversations with seniors and their families. Loneliness in old age is the painful gap between the connection an older person wants and the connection they…
Medically reviewed by Dr. Chitra Anand, Head of Medical Services, Gracias Living This topic can feel heavy. This article shares general information for families. It does not replace advice from your parent’s doctor. Palliative care is specialised care for people…
You have decided your parent needs residential care. Now come the practical questions. What papers do you need? Who checks your parent’s needs? What do you pay before move in? How fast can it happen? This guide answers each one,…
A note before you read: Choosing care for a parent is a sensitive decision. This article offers general information. It does not replace advice from your parent’s doctor. Most families tour a home once, maybe twice, before choosing an old…
Medically reviewed by Dr. Chitra Anand | Last updated: 10 October 2026 This topic can feel sensitive. This article shares general information and does not replace your doctor’s advice. Please speak with your parent’s doctor about their specific needs. The…
Medically reviewed by Dr. Chitra Anand This is a sensitive health topic. This article shares general information only. It does not replace your doctor’s advice for your parent. Diabetes in winter needs extra attention for older adults. Fewer walks, colds…
Family Guide The signs rarely arrive all at once. They show up in small changes: a missed medicine, a stove left on, a fall that almost happened. This guide walks you through 10 signs worth watching, so you can spot…
This article covers heart health and joint pain in winter, which can be a sensitive subject for families managing a chronic condition. It gives general information only and is not a substitute for advice from your parent’s own doctor. Cold…