SDTM automation stands for Study Data Tabulation Model and refers to a standard method for organising human clinical trial data. It is also used by companies who are submitting food product applications to a regulatory body like the FDA. This method of compiling dataset is usually a mandatory requirement when submitting these types of data, so anything that can be done to speed this process up can usually save companies a lot of time and money. SDTM Automation And How It Works As the name suggests, SDTM Automation is the process of automating the datasets so that they can be…
Care homes should be made to be as comforting and stress-free as possible for their residents, and this is not always the case. Overstretched staff and limited resources can often leave care homes lacking in certain areas, but thankfully the future is looking bright for the future of care homes. Technology is advancing at an incredible rate, and new developments are made in consumer technology on a daily basis. Another important area is medical technology, which has seen huge investment in recent years as technology becomes increasingly accessible. For a facility like a care home, there are many exciting new…
With older generations adopting social media platforms faster than ever, there are people of all ages making an impact on the social media world. As the platforms increase in popularity, people are looking to broaden their reach and scope within the platform. People live such busy lives these days that this process is tiresome and time-consuming, but thankfully, we now have solutions to these problems. An example of this comes in the form of Instagram bot automation software, a clever piece of software that automates some of Instagram’s processes in order to achieve real results for the user. Understanding What…
The choice to place elderly members of the family into a designated care home is undoubtedly a tough decision for most people. As relatives get older and their health starts to deteriorate, it becomes apparent to most people that the normal home environment is simply not adequate for their loved ones anymore. Many people choose to bring parents and relatives into their own homes while they live out their final years. This is an admirable decision, and if the home environment is suitable and the family’s lifestyle allows, this can be an amazing way for the family to connect before…
Golf buggies in Scotland have their uses both on and off the green, especially for elderly people. Here at Abbeycare we use golf buggies in day to day life with some of the residents and are here to talk more about it and the benefits that this can have. A Bit More About Abbeycare Online Abbeycare online is a program that can provide care and support services at home, as well as in residential facilities. We provide different types of support depending on what is needed and your support plan can be changed at any time to match your needs.…
Arts and Crafts There are many different arts and crafts that you can introduce to older people. Everything from painting to origami to creating gifts. You can even create themes for certain holidays or events that are coming up – such as Christmas. Arts and crafts do not need to be elaborate or expensive and you do not need to bring in a teacher to do it. There are many different arts and crafts that can be found online and supplies can be picked up from local craft shops or even charity shops! An added bonus was because there are…
As many people grow old, they come to realise that they can’t quite manage all of the things they could when they were younger. From partying to gardening, many things become more of a strain on your health. In terms of gardening, it can be a great passion of many elderly individuals. Large gardens and full allotments can be a lot to contend with when your mobility becomes more impeded. For that reason, we recommend tarmacing a drive into your land, leaving more parking space and still have a smaller garden for the owner to while away the hours.
Read on and find out how tarmacing a drive could really help the elderly.
Alzheimer’s can be pretty heart wrenching for relatives of the person and extremely confusing for the patient. Tons of complicated ideas and medications coupled with advice from people who have never dealt with it will only get you so far. Music has always been considered a treatment that can help any condition or at least make it more bearable.
When it comes to Alzheimer’s music is a powerful tool and can reduce the outbursts from the person diagnosed and help their overall behaviour. In every stage, music has benefits that could make a painful journey slightly less painful. Patients have been heard humming a tune or playing a song that was part of their childhood even in the late stages of the condition.
Sometimes, your elderly parents or even friends can hit milestones that are to be proud of. Trying to find the right gift for a couples’ Diamond wedding anniversary or for someone’s 100th birthday can be a challenge. However, we think we have found the perfect gift idea for the senior citizens in society. Rare whiskies are known as being a luxury, a treat and an investment. For many people, the joy of a truly rare whisky can be amazing. Many rare whiskies were bottles many decades ago, which could be perfect for finding the right gift for your parent or friend.
Read on and find out why rare whiskies might be the perfect gift for your elderly parent.
A lot of patients and carers struggle with a situation where they want to be able to be the primary carer for their parent but can't. Being a carer leaves you with no time to yourself. Many people often wind up feeling exhausted at the end of the day. Having even a few hours a day when you can forget about all the responsibilities that come with being a caregiver is crucial for your wellbeing as well as the patients.
Respite care is essentially a helping hand for the times when you feel like the two you have isn’t enough. You can choose to have respite care on certain afternoons or during the weekend. This will depend on when you need the care and on your own work schedule. This sort of care can be provided at a facility or at home depending on what you have signed up for.
The cost of respite care is valued on an hourly basis or on a daily basis, which will depend on how much time you will need the care for.