On World Elders day, KITES, the Elder care Specialist, Organized a free health camp for the elderly
“Take a Stand Against Ageism”
Bengaluru 1st October 2016: KITES organized a free health camp for the elderly on the World elderly day today at their center at HSR Layout. The camp was attended by many elderly persons and was a huge success. Elders could get their basic health check-up done at the center which included BMI, blood glucose levels, hypertension, hearing review etc. In addition they could consult with family physicians, physiotherapists & emotional wellbeing experts and discuss their health issues.
Elders received holistic advice on the health issues and they were advised on the need for preventive care programs. KITES is an elder focused health care organisation which promotes preventive care and active ageing philosophies. Their services include home and clinic services. In addition, they have regular workshops and weekly events at their center for the benefit of their members on variety of topics of interest to the elderly. Their uniqueness is in the holistic approach in management of hypertension, diabetes, stroke rehab, pain management and dementia & parkinson’s care.
1st October of each year is designated as the International day of Older persons by the United Nations. This day is used to raise awareness on issues affecting the elderly and also remember & appreciate the contributions made by the elders. The theme for 2016, “Take a Stand Against Ageism”, challenges everyone to consider ageism – the negative attitudes and discrimination based on age - and the detrimental impact it has on older people.
KITES is an organisation which works in the field of elder care, geriatrics. They focus in promoting preventive care and active ageing philosophies in the elderly. Apart from the regular home and clinic based primary &preventive care of the elderly, they also have a unique program called AKTIVPLUS which promotes active ageing philosophy. In addition, they have regular workshops and weekly events at their center for the benefit of their members on variety of topics of interest to the elderly. Further, they have a holistic approach in management of hypertension, diabetes, stroke rehab, pain management and dementia & parkinson’s care.
