Benefits of thalassotherapy and algotherapy in older people
Have you heard about these peculiar therapies? Thalassotherapy and algotherapy are therapies that take advantage of the properties of seawater and algae…
What is the difference between the professional caregiver and the non-professional caregiver?
When we talk about caregivers of elderly people, we can differentiate between a professional caregiver and a non-professional caregiver. The professional caregiver is one who has studied and/or is specialized in the care of elderly or dependent people and is under legal protection under a work regime, while the non-professional caregiver offers […]
Animal-assisted therapy in nursing homes
An innovative way that is bearing important fruit in the quality of life of older adults is animal-assisted therapy in nursing…
The OCU publishes the 10 quality criteria to take into account when hiring a home care service
Studies indicate that Spain will become one of the oldest countries in the world in the coming years. Currently, about 20% of the population is 65 years old or older and it is expected that by 2050 the percentage will be greater than 30%. With this percentage increasing and the preference of […]
Tips to combat the cold at home and on the street
Winter brings with it cold temperatures that can affect our health and well-being, especially if we are talking about older people…
Aspects to take into account if your elders live alone
There are already more than two million people over 65 years of age who live alone in Spain. They are almost…
How to deal with refusal to take medication: 6 Tips for caregivers of people with dementia
Dementia is a progressive disease that also affects people’s behavior, which is why it is common to witness a refusal to take medication.
Reminiscence therapy for people with dementia
Imagine for a moment the possibility of traveling in time, of returning to those bright and joyful moments of your life,…
What is geriatric physiotherapy and its benefits?
Geriatric physiotherapy, also known as geriatric physiotherapy, is a specialized branch of physiotherapy that focuses on the care and treatment of…
Video games: an excellent functional and cognitive therapy for older people
The Video games are not just a leisure activity focused on young people. Well targeted, they can become very effective therapies…
Price of an elderly caregiver | Revaluing the Profession
The Government of Spain accepts the increase in the SMI. The price of an external caregiver for the elderly in 2019 is €900 gross per month, 14 payments or €1,050 gross per month, 12 payments. Click here if you want to know the price per hour. And here to know how to register in the TGSS. Price of one […]
The sun, a natural source of vitamin D
Vitamin D is essential for our body, because it helps absorb and fix calcium, which is one of the main components…