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How to Navigate Eldercare Options in a Multicultural City

Finding the right eldercare solution in a diverse, multicultural city presents unique challenges for families. Cultural values, language preferences, and traditional expectations often shape how we view care for our ageing loved ones. When these considerations are overlooked, even the most well-equipped care facility can feel unwelcoming or inappropriate. At Hovi Care, we understand that eldercare isn’t just about physical needs—it’s about honouring cultural identities and family traditions while providing exceptional support. With roots spanning back more than three decades

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Managing Elderly Medication and Appointments While Working Full-Time

Balancing full-time work whilst caring for ageing parents or relatives can feel like having two demanding jobs simultaneously. The responsibilities of managing medications, scheduling medical appointments, and providing daily care create a unique set of challenges for working adults. With proper planning, support systems, and helpful technology, this delicate balancing act becomes more manageable. Let’s explore practical strategies that can help you navigate this dual role with confidence and compassion, ensuring your loved ones receive the care they need without

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What to Pack for a Senior’s Day Care Visit

Preparing for a day care visit requires thoughtful planning, especially when it comes to our elderly loved ones. The right items can make all the difference between a comfortable, enjoyable day and one filled with unnecessary challenges. At Hovi Care, we’ve learned that a well-packed bag is one of the simplest ways to ensure seniors feel secure and have all their needs met during their time at day care. Whether it’s your loved one’s first visit or they’re regular attendees,

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How to Maintain Dignity and Independence for Elderly Parents

Watching our parents age can be a bittersweet journey filled with moments of reflection and new challenges. One of the most significant struggles many families face is finding the delicate balance between providing necessary support and preserving the dignity and independence that our elderly parents have valued throughout their lives. This balance isn’t just about physical care—it’s about honoring their personhood, respecting their wishes, and creating conditions where they can continue to feel valued and autonomous. For many families, this

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Transitioning to Care Services Without Guilt: A Family Guide

Taking the step to transition a loved one to care services often brings a rollercoaster of emotions for families. The decision, though made with love and concern, frequently comes with overwhelming feelings of guilt, uncertainty, and questions about whether you’re doing the right thing. If you’re facing this crossroad now, please know you’re not alone. Countless families have walked this path before you, wrestling with similar feelings while ultimately seeking what’s best for their aging relatives. This guide aims to

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The Benefits of Integrating Local Traditions into Elder Care

Traditions connect us to our roots, provide comfort, and bring meaning to our lives. For older adults, maintaining these connections becomes increasingly important. At Hovi Care, we’ve discovered that integrating local traditions into our care approach creates richer, more meaningful experiences for our residents while supporting their overall wellbeing. When cultural practices and familiar customs are woven into daily care, seniors feel more at home, more valued, and more engaged with their surroundings. This holistic approach recognizes that quality eldercare

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Where to Find Cognitive Health Programs in Singapore

Maintaining cognitive health becomes increasingly important as we age. For seniors in Singapore, finding the right cognitive health program can significantly enhance their quality of life and slow the progression of memory-related challenges. With various options available, families often wonder where to find services that truly understand their loved ones’ needs. Cognitive health programs specifically designed for seniors offer structured activities that stimulate mental function, foster social connections, and provide crucial support for those experiencing changes in their memory or

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Jussi Peltonen

Choosing Between Assisted Living and Home-Based Care

Making decisions about care for your loved ones requires careful consideration of their unique needs, preferences, and circumstances. The choice between assisted living and home-based care is deeply personal, with each option offering distinct advantages. At Hovi Care, we understand this important decision draws on more than 30 years of experience providing compassionate, family-oriented care. Let’s explore the key factors to consider when choosing the right care option for yourself or your loved one. Understanding Hovi Care’s family-oriented approach The

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Jussi Peltonen

Practical Tips for Managing Elderly Finances Across Borders

Managing finances for elderly loved ones is challenging enough, but when family members live across different countries, the complexity multiplies significantly. With international banking regulations, currency exchange considerations, and varying healthcare systems, families need thoughtful approaches to ensure their elderly relatives’ financial wellbeing. At Hovi Care, we’ve supported numerous families navigating these intricate waters while maintaining the dignity and independence of their loved ones. This guide offers practical insights for families managing elderly finances across borders while preserving trust, respecting

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Jussi Peltonen

My goal is to help Hovi Care and our franchising partners deliver high-class care services and thus making an impact on our clients’ daily lives. My speciality is developing innovative and easily deployable service concepts which support clients’ rebabilitation goals and well-being.

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Ph.D. Annikka Immonen

With over thirty years of experience in the healthcare field as a nurse, manager, developer, LEAN coach, researcher, and author on healthcare practices, I am dedicated to developing quality care for the elderly and individuals with neurocognitive disorders (NCD) [Dementia]. In all my work, I adhere to a people-oriented philosophy.

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Jared Lim

It has always been my personal endeavour to do things that will make a difference in a person’s life and make a positive impact to their everyday. Starting HoviClub Orchard, is an extension of this personal endeavour, at our centre we hope to reach and touch many seniors and impact their lives positively by bringing them Joy and Wellness.

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M.D Tania Setiadi

As Medical Director at Hovi Care, I combine my experience as a doctor, dementia care trainer, and researcher to lead person-centred, evidence-based services. With a global perspective from working across Asia and Europe, I’m passionate about blending best practices with cultural understanding to advance compassionate dementia care.

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Steven Wong

I aim to offer a fresh and insightful perspective on eldercare by examining innovative, creative, and practical initiatives that support seniors in ageing gracefully, physically, emotionally, and socially. Through my writing, I seek to inspire new approaches and actions within the senior care sector, ultimately fostering meaningful and sustainable change.