“Cancer and Palliative Care” Mini-exhibition

2024.03.19

Jockey Club "age at home" Gerontech Education and Rental Service Centre is now holding " Cancer and Palliative Care" mini-exhibition to explore the difficulties faced by the elderly with cancer and home based palliative care, and provide corresponding solution. The exhibition reveals various challenges encountered by elders with cancer, such as reduced independence in daily life and psychological stress, and introduces how to improve the quality of life of the elders through gerontechnology. Topics include:

- Key Points of Phase-Specific Care in Cancer Treatment
- The Impact of Cancer on Daily Life
- The Psychological Stress Elders Face When Diagnosed with Cancer
- Palliative Care: Concept and Practice
- The Application of Gerontechnology in Care
- Techniques and Skills for Enhancing the Quality of Daily Life
- Prevention and Management of Complications from Prolonged Bed Rest
- Support and Resources for Caregivers

The exhibition also displays various gerontech equipment that supports the elderly in coping with cancer and assists in palliative care. We are committed to creating a safe, comfortable, convenient, smart home environment. These devices can help the elderly ageing in place, make it easier to participate in daily activities, increase participation, and relieve caregivers' stress.

Event Details

Date: Now until the end of August 2024
Venue: Jockey Club “age at home” Gerontech Education and Rental Service Centre
Address: Unit No. 2, Mezzanine Floor, Yu Chui Shopping Centre, 2 Ngau Pei Sha Street, Siu Lek Yuen, Sha Tin, N.T.
Opening hours:
Monday to Friday: 10 am to 5 pm (Lunch break: 1 pm to 2 pm)
Saturday: 10 am to 1 pm
Closed on Sundays and public holidays

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