Taking care of the elderly amid Covid-19 crisis
The country has been under lockdown for almost two months, and the well-being of senior citizens (65 years and above) is the priority. HT City, your one-stop destination for all things lifestyle, is going to throw some light on the challenges we face when it comes to wellness and the current Covid-19 crisis.
HT City Spotlight is an initiative to highlight key lifestyle sectors such as food, health, wellness, fashion, movies and more, in the postCovid era. In the first segment of Spotlight, the focus is on wellness, and the first topic being addressed is care for the elderly. A Facebook LIVE will feature celebs discussing their concerns with senior medical practitioners on board. Dr Manish Kulshrestha, head of surgery, Fortis Hospital, says,
“It’s our duty to take care of the elderly as they’re the most vulnerable. In the session, you may ask questions about the care of elderly in the lockdown — medical, social, financial and emotional support.”
For the first session, we have father-son duo, actors Suresh Oberoi (73) and Vivek Oberoi (43), who don’t live in the same house, but stayed in touch in this crisis. “I’d like to tell all senior citizens to believe they are young, strong and fearless, but careful. Precaution is a must,” says the senior Oberoi.
The next session will have actor Nushrat Bharucha (30), along with her mother (Tasneem Bharucha, 63) and grandmother (Laila Bharucha, 88), who she has been staying with throughout the lockdown. “When you live with parents and grandparents, their safety is always at the front of your mind. I hope I’ll be able to clear my doubts regarding the wellbeing of the elderly in my family, during this pandemic.”
Hoping that there would be takeaways from his session, Dr SKS Marya, senior orthopaedic, Max Hospitals, says, “In situations like these, it is vital to have a debate on the importance of the family being together... While some may not consider it important, there are, at times, merits of this.”
So, join us in the sessions and keep your queries ready.
In the session, you may ask about the care of elderly during lockdown — about medical, social, financial and emotional support.
Dr Manish Kulshrestha, senior consultant surgeon, Fortis Hospital
In situations like the current one, it is important to have a debate on the importance of the family being together.
Dr SKS Marya, senior consultant surgeon, Max Hospitals