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What is Dementia?

In Hong Kong, 5 – 8% of population aged 65 or above are diagnosed with Dementia. The prevalence rates rise to 20 – 30% for population aged 80 or above.

In addition, according to the forecast of a study, in 2039, among persons aged 60 and above, 333 000 will suffer from dementia.

Alzheimer’s Disease
  • 50% to 75% of dementia cases are caused by Alzheimer's Disease
  • It destroys brain cells and nerves, disrupting the transmitters that carry messages in the brain, particularly those responsible for storing memories.
  • It is a progressive condition, patients’ ability to remember and communicate will gradually decline.
  • In the later stages of dementia, a patient may need full nursing care and become bed-ridden.
Vascular Dementia
  • It is caused when decreased blood flow damages brain tissue.
  • Cognitive performance decline in a “Stepwise” manner.
  • The symptoms depend on which part of the brain is affected.
Lewy Body Dementia
  • It is caused by clumps of protein forming inside brain cells. These abnormal deposits are called Lewy bodies.
  • Patients may experience mood swings and emotional changes every day.
  • Symptoms include delusions, fall and Parkinson's-like tremors.
Frontotemporal Dementia
  • It contributes ＜10% for the cause of dementia cases.
  • It is the result of damage to neurons in the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain.
  • Signs include personality and behavioral changes, and language problems.
Common behavioral and psychological problems include:
  • Wandering
  • Anger
  • Aggression
  • Loss of Motivation
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Depression
  • Hallucinations (seeing, hearing or feeling things that are not there)
  • Repetition
Ascertain Dementia 8-item Questionnaire

It is a preliminary screening tool for the early detection of dementia. The final score is a sum of the number items marked “Yes, A change”. Please seek doctors’ advices if you score 2 or above.

  • Less interest in hobbies/ activities
  • Problems with judgement (e.g. problems in decision making)
  • Repeat the same things over and over
  • Trouble learning new things (e.g. using new phone)
  • Forget correct month or year
  • Trouble handling complicated financial affairs (e.g. taxes, paying bills)
  • Trouble remembering appointments
  • Daily problems with thinking and/ or memory
Cognitive Rehabilitation – Occupational Therapy

Researches show a multidimensional approach is more effective in improving quality of life of patients.

Cognitive Assessments
  • Assessments cover memory, attention and decision making, etc.
  • To evaluate patients’ symptoms of dementia and provide reports for doctors’ diagnosis upon request
Home Assessment and Modification
  • To identify the potential risks and provide recommendation according to the needs of patients
  • To provide suggestion to create a familiar environment can cultivate a sense of security and comfort for the patients.
Centre-based Therapy (Individual vs. Group)
  • It covers cognitive, self-care and daily living activities trainings.
  • Individual tailor-made training focuses on one-to-one interactions between the therapist and patient.
  • Group training may bring out group dynamics and enhance social participations.
Home-based Therapy
  • This can help patients to build rapport with the occupational therapists and rehabilitation trainers under a familiar environment, and reduce the anxiety from behavioral and psychological symptoms.
Carer Education
  • Topics include understanding of dementia, communication, caring skills and stress relieve methods.
Intensive Rehabilitation (Monthly Plan)
  • Premium Exoskeleton Plan
  • Premium Neuro Plan

Please visit here for more details

  • 1Make a call or WhatsApp for an appointment. Our staff will explore your needs and expectation thru tele-conversation.
  • 2Send medical referral letter through WhatsApp
  • 3Attend the schedule appointment with medical history and referral letter. Our therapist will conduct a series of physical / cognitive assessment, and tailor-made a training program and will review your progress regularly.
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