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Aging in Place: Introduction to Gerontechnology for Elder Care in Hong Kong
By: Fion Yu What is Gerontechnology? With no doubt, one of the major global concerns is the aging population. Gerontechnology, the intersection of gerontology and technology, aims to improve the quality of life and independence for seniors through advanced technological products. These products not…
From Burnout to Balance: How Supporting Working Caregivers Benefits Your Business
Imagine beginning your day with a heart filled with dread, rushing to meet an important project deadline while caring for an older adult with dementia. This is the harsh reality for countless working carers—a growing population silently juggling the dual responsibilities of work and caregiving. The…
How to care for aging family members from afar after emigration?
Long-distance caregiving for aging family members presents unique challenges for carers who are geographically separated from their loved ones. It can be emotionally and logistically demanding, requiring careful coordination and planning. In this blog post, we will discuss the important aspects of…
Carers Mental Health Care Support and Free Counseling Services in Hong Kong
Caring for an older loved one can be a rewarding experience, but it can also be incredibly challenging and overwhelming. Carers are often so focused on the needs of their loved ones that they neglect their mental well-being, leading to burnout, stress, and other mental health issues. If you…
Online Resources and Courses for Equipping Foreign Domestic Helpers to Care for Older Persons with Dementia in Hong Kong
How to equip foreign domestic helpers to care for older persons? According to the 2021 Population Census conducted by the Census and Statistics Department, over one-fourth of the primary carers of older persons were foreign domestic helpers. Domestic helpers come from different cultural and…
5 Tips to Enjoy Holidays with People with Dementia
The holiday season is a time for joy and celebration, but for families with people who have dementia, it can also be a time of stress and uncertainty. Dementia can greatly impact cognitive functions so it is crucial to establish an environment that meets their specific needs during festive times.…
Compare Public and Private Residential/Home Palliative Care Services in Hong Kong
By: Chloe Ng What is palliative care? The aim of palliative care is to improve the quality of life of patients with critical diseases and their carers. Through ways of early diagnosis, accurate evaluation, resolving physical and mental problems, etc., it is hoped to alleviate their agony. According…
Media Coverage
Now Report Interview We are honored that our founder Grace Cheng recently appeared in the Now Report on NowTV and ViuTV sharing her experience as an intergenerational carer and the inspiration behind founding Agewhale. Watch the Now Report here: https://youtu.be/fnxnbfdtm6g TEDx Talk Our founder,…
Founder's message
Story of Agewhale When my grandparents needed care towards the end of their lives, I experienced first hand the challenges and rollercoaster of emotions family carers face: fear, grief, guilt, stress, confusion and exhaustion. I was completely unprepared for being a caregiver and unaware of…
