Maharlika Lodge’s respite program aims to care for the elderly and their family

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Maharlika Lodge’s respite program aims to care for the elderly and their family

In an interview with SBS Filipino, Geriatrician Dr. Bong Sanosa and Norminda Forteza of AFCS shared the services of Maharlika Lodge, which aim to strengthen families with elderly members, along with their caregivers.


Key Points
  • The respite program at Maharlika Lodge offers short-term care ranging from a few hours to overnight for the elderly.
  • There’s also a respite care available for the elderly with dementia who are registered with my aged care.
  • Many of the staff members are Filipinos, including care providers, social workers, and others.

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