Comprehensive Geriatric & Memory Care in Tribeca
Understanding Geriatric Care is important for elders and their families. Many older people and even family members are not aware that seniors need a different kind of doctor. So, it is important to know what is Geriatric Care and what a Geriatrician does.
The 5 Ms of Geriatric Care
The Geriatric 5Ms stand for targets that are important when caring for elderly people. Following them helps senior citizens manage their overall health and well-being and maintain their active, independent lives for as long as possible.
Graphic of the 5Ms
Geriatric Care is a comprehensive and specialised discipline which treats a senior person’s physical and mental health conditions in a holistic manner. Older people need different kinds of medications and medical regimes in comparison with younger people, because they have:
- Chronic conditions involving different ailments and different medications at the same time
- Ageing-related specific conditions – kidney failure, bone and joint disease, heart failure, chronic pulmonary disorder, to name a few of the problems
- Psycho-neurological conditions and neuropathy
- Emotional conditions – Depression and Loneliness
- Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and Dementia
What our geriatric care management includes:
- Consultations with Specialised Geriatricians
- Focused Management of Chronic Illnesses and Age-related issuesof ageing
- Referrals to other Consultants for team-management of non-age-specific diseases such as heart, lung, diabetes, kidneys, liver, etc
- Dementia Management
The Step-by-Step Geriatric Care Process
Comprehensive assessment:
- Evaluating the patient’s medical history in detail
- Physical examination
- Psycho-neurological conditions and neuropathy
- Screening of cognitive abilities
- Assessment of functional abilities
Personalized Care Plans by Geritricians:
- Based on the individual’s specific needs
Chronic Disease & Medical Services:
- Occupational therapy
- Physiotherapy
- Chronic Illness Management
- Geriatric Home Nurse
Non-medical companionship & emotional wellness
- Social Engagement
- Companionship
- Depression Management
Tribeca’s Geriatric Clinic and Dementia Care Centre at Rajdanga
Tribeca’s Geriatric Clinic and Dementia care Centre has opened at Rajdanga, near the Acropolis Mall, Kolkata. The Clinic is a part of Tribeca’s Full Circle of Care for Elders, which offers:
- Home Help and Medical Services
- 24/7 Emergency Response
- Hospitalisation and Post-Hospitalisation Support
- Wellness Support
- Social Engagement and Senior Community Activities
- Club Tribeca Senior Travel
- Senior Living Partnerships and Advisory Services
- Geriatric Care and Dementia Management
- Senior Safety Products
Senior Safety Products for Elderly
Tribeca’s services for seniors ensure that they are safe at home and empowered to lead healthy and active lives. Whether the doctor prescribes a Nebuliser or a BiPAP machine or a simple suction device – we can supply whatever you need. With tie-ups with reputed manufacturers around the country, we can offer elders an extensive range of Senior Safety products at discounted rates. The products are available for our Members, as well as Non-Members.
The table below gives a brief overview of what is available. You can also browse through the complete Catalogue of Products on the website www.tribecacare.com/seniorsafety.
| Mobility | Healthcare | Senior Wellness | Senior Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelchairs | Respiratory Devices | Safety Alarms | Grab Bars for Bathroom |
| Walkers | Nebulisers | Adult Diapers | Anti-skid Mats |
| Crutches | Blood Pressure Monitors | Foot Care Products | Shower Chairs |
Tribeca’s Senior Safety Products can also be ordered online from www.tribeca.com/seniorsafety.
Address: Ground Floor, 140 Rajdanga Sarat Park Road (near Acropolis Mall) Kolkata - 700107
Book your appointment to see our empanelled Geriatric Specialists at the Clinic or Ask for At-Home Consultation
Call at +91 80 6225 5100
& direct your enquiries through enquiry@tribecacare.com
Visit the website www.tribecacare.com and fill the Form by clicking the Enquiry button
