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Celebrating the holidays with a loved one with dementia can be a joyous time with family and friends but can also be filled with stress,
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Celebrating the holidays with a loved one with dementia can be a joyous time with family and friends but can also be filled with stress,
Stress is a natural part of modern life, but it can take a devastating toll on our health. Many of us recognise how stress impacts
At Faircape Health’s Tokai Rehabilitation Centre, we recently had the privilege of supporting Cleo Crowe on her remarkable journey to recovery. After suffering a stroke,
What to look out for As our population of adults over the age of 65 years grows, so will our diagnosis of illnesses. What is
At Faircape Health Tokai Rehabilitation Centre, we are committed to providing exceptional care and achieving excellence in rehabilitation services. We believe that setting clear goals
Faircape Health Tokai Rehabilitation is a purpose-built healthcare facility. Our medical services are segmented into specialised care divisions, ensuring the highest level of care. Through
Adding life to your years with Faircape Health Physiotherapy can significantly improve the health and quality of your life. As we age, naturally, our physical
Faircape Health Tokai Rehabilitation is a leading facility that provides comprehensive rehabilitation services to patients recovering from a range of medical conditions. For many patients,
AI assistance in early prognosis for PLWD Dementia care has many challenges. In a previous blog, we outlined what dementia is, how to care for
How music empowers PLWD (people living with a disability) Understanding dementia is not a simple task. We at Faircape Health, provide help, care, and support
Why starting an ani-inflammatory diet will benefit you. Our Faircape Pharmacists have put together a useful guide on how breaking up with bad food and
Understanding the disease: How to care for your loved one Understanding dementia and how to care for your loved one can be challenging. The disease
Understanding the disease: What it is and how it is caused Understanding dementia is not a simple task. We at Faircape Health, provide help, care,
A prepared medical kit Getting medically summer ready is a daunting task, especially with summer holidays around the corner and the warm and sunny beaches
Why not go green for Muscular Dystrophy this September? Have you ever heard of Muscular Dystrophy? It’s often represented in TV series and movies, especially
International Nelson Mandela Day was celebrated for the first time on 18 July 2010 in honour of the late freedom fighter and revolutionary, Nelson Mandela.
The dreaded C-word and other men’s health issues. What the cancer statistics have to say. Men’s Health should not take a back-seat! According to
Cardiac rehabilitation, or cardiovascular rehabilitation, is a multi-modal treatment developed to reduce the risk of complications for people suffering from heart disease. According to The
Pre-surgical rehabilitation, often referred to as “pre-operative rehabilitation” or “prehab” for short, is a form of physiotherapy. Physical rehabilitation both before and after surgery can
“Move it or lose it!” is a phrase often used to summarise the underlying principle of physiotherapy. What Is Physiotherapy? Physiotherapy is a type of
Pulmonary rehabilitation (often referred to as “pulm rehab” for short) is an evidence-based treatment modality used to reduce symptom severity, reduce respiratory deterioration, and extend
Faircape Medical Practice provides care with the combined input from a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), but what does that mean for patients and practitioners? What Is
Respite care gives families short-term relief to manage the strain and stress of being a caregiver at home. What is Respite Care? This type of
Palliative Care isn’t only for terminal illness. What Is Palliative Care? The WHO describes it as a treatment which “improves the quality of life of
What Is Occupational Therapy? According to the University of Witwatersrand – Occupational Therapy (OT) is a health profession that aims to improve a person’s ability
What Is Long Term Care? Long Term Care (LTC) comprises a number of different care types which help with both medical and personal health needs.
Faircape Health has the answers to your questions about Sub-Acute care. What is Sub-Acute Care? Sub-acute care provided by Faircape Health focuses on bridging the
It’s been 101 days since the start of the South African National Lockdown, and our Healthcare centres have been closed to visitors for a little
Our Occupational Therapists (OTs) have had a true challenge over the past few weeks. They are faced with the need to protect our patients and
We are now going into our sixth week of lockdown! Friends and family have stoically borne the prohibition of visiting their loved ones with no
A whole new World… (of easy access at your fingertips) Introducing a new feature in your clientzone that is sure to make your Faircape experience
If you’ve accidentally lost your Faircape clientzone login details (or maybe this is your first time logging in) we can help. It’s actually pretty easy
As we face what we hope will be the last few weeks in quarantine in South Africa, we are aware that our senior citizens remain
Some time ago, we published an article on the four kinds of exercise we should all be practicing in order to stay healthy and fit
Faircape Health Update: 19 March 2020 Dear Faircape Health Care Families, We are all aware of the escalation in the number of people infected
Last month on the Faircape Retirement blog, we spoke about the Faircape food experience and how we ensure every recipe meets the Faircape standard. This
Armchair travel: Take your seats… we’re going on an adventure! The realities of ageing can make it more difficult for seniors to hit the
The decision to hand over the care of a senior loved one or parent is never easy. When it comes to recognising the signs it’s
Our need for connection and a sense of purpose doesn’t change as we age. In fact, a rich life, full of meaning, is just as
So much research exists on what volunteer participation can do for seniors. In our opinion, it’s just as important to question what seniors can do
Awareness Day Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2019 is held on June 15th. Abuse of the elderly affects health, human rights and can cause death. Claims
As creatures of habit, we tend to slip into a routine, limiting ourselves to one or two types of physical activity. To feel our best,
Hand hygiene is critical for achieving health and well-being. It’s hard to believe that there was a time when the concept of hand disinfection wasn’t
Discover the benefits of Pet Therapy The benefits of pets are equal parts science and magic. Our Pet Therapy programme within our Healthcare Centres has
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