Health Risk of Loneliness

Although it’s hard to measure social isolation and loneliness precisely, there is strong evidence that many adults aged 50 and older are socially isolated or lonely in ways that put their health at risk. Recent studies found that:

• Social isolation significantly increased a person’s risk of premature death from all causes, a risk that may rival those of smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity.1

• Social isolation was associated with about a 50% percent increased risk of dementia.1

• Poor social relationships (characterized by social isolation or loneliness) was associated with a 29% increased risk of heart disease and a 32% increased risk of stroke.1

• Loneliness was associated with higher rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide.

• Loneliness among heart failure patients was associated with a nearly 4 times increased risk of death, 68% increased risk of hospitalization, and 57% increased risk of emergency department visits.1

reference: cdc.gov ; Division of Population Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion 

And many of these old folks are still fit and bubbly.

Have you ever wondered what the secret behind their longevity and bubbly nature is?

The answer is simple.

It is because they go to the club every evening to socialize with their friends; play games; drink their beers, wines and cognacs; smoke their cigars and pipes; laugh together, exchange banters and reminisce about old times.

By the time they get back home, they are happy and in a good mood, and they sleep well.

That is a large chunk of the reason why they live long!

They don't sit at home 24/7 …

reference: Talk it Over with Moni

.... "if you eat consistently a variety of life-sustaining, healthy and whole foods, then your body would glow and give you better feelings. If you eat mostly nutrient-dense foods, such as whole plant foods including beans, onions, berries, seeds, green vegetables, and fruits, you would get a heavy amount of minerals, vitamins, anti-oxidants, phytonutrients and carotenoids  that keep human body strong, healthy and also protect it from high cholesterol, cancer and heart diseases. However, in case you live on fast foods or junk and trash, it will certainly affect your bodily organs and lead to several physical ailments as well as impacts your mental condition".

“There is mounting evidence, from dozens and dozens of researchers, that nature has benefits for both physical and psychological human well­being,” says Lisa Nisbet, PhD, a psychologist at Trent University in Ontario, Canada, who studies connectedness to nature. “You can boost your mood just by walking in nature, even in urban nature. And the sense of connection you have with the natural world seems to contribute to happiness even when you’re not physically immersed in nature.” 

reference: apa.org (American Psychological Association) 

The Geriatric Clinic is also responsible for the resident members in the SCGH Assisted living Facility.

SCGH Assisted Living Facility provides services for members who may need helping with personal care, mobility assistance, managing medication, undergoing some rehabilitation or recovering from illness,  and wants to be part of a vibrant community of peers or is unsafe to live alone for lack of energy, motivation etc.

Our Facility features:

• Accommodations (Rent or Own): 

  • 3-Bedroom units +BQ, 

  • 2-Bedroom units +BQ, 

  • 1-Bedroom apartments, 

  • Studio apartments, 

  • One-room Self-contain for Assisted Living.

• Geriatric clinic

• Fitness Centre

• Spa and Wellness Centre

• Beauty salons and barbershops

• Library

• Walking paths, communal garden and courtyard

• Garden Houses

• Art and crafts studio

• Pharmacy & Supermarket

• Private event/ meeting spaces

• Central Laundry

• Dining Hall

• Guest rooms and lounges

• Workers Accommodation