siliconindia | | JUNE 20259Dr. Reddy's Laboratories launched SilverDose, a medicine delivery and compliance app for seniors. It also produces chewable and dissolvable pills for seniors with dysphagia.Lupin is offering combo kits for seniors with heart and diabetes conditions and training rural pharmacists in geriatric care essentials.These efforts not only keep seniors healthier but also reduce caregiver burden. Kavita Joshi from Indore, for instance, once juggled five pillboxes for her diabetic mother. It's not just about managing my mother's sugar levels anymore," says Kavita. `Now I understand her stress, her fears and I feel like a better daughter.' Now, she uses Lupin's smart blister pack that simplifies the process.Indian Hospitals Rewrite the Rulebook for Elder CareIf medicines are the engine, geriatric healthcare infrastructure is the chassis. Leading Indian hospitals are creating age-friendly spaces and systems that center elder dignity.AIIMS Delhi: The Government PioneerIndia's first government-run Department of Geriatric Medicine at AIIMS Delhi offers:· Dedicated geriatric OPDs and in-patient wards· Free memory clinics and frailty assessments· Community dementia detection drives· A recent slum outreach identified dozens of undiagnosed dementia cases, all now enrolled in a cognitive stimulation program.Apollo Hospitals: Golden Years ClinicsWith dedicated Geriatric Home Care through Apollo HomeCare, services include:· Post-surgery rehabilitation at home· Chronic disease counseling for families· Gait analysis, physio-nutrition care, and fall-risk assessmentsAn 88-year-old Chennai woman regained mobility post-stroke via Apollo's integrative physio-nutrition-homecare protocol.Max Healthcare: Geriatric Emergency RoomsIndia's first elder-friendly ERs at Max Healthcare include:· Soft lighting, anti-slip floors, and low-noise design· Slow-paced triage protocols· Staff trained in elder communication and delirium screening The result: reduced readmissions and better recovery outcomes.Manipal Hospitals: Geriatric Wellness UnitsManipal is pioneering:· AI-powered diet planning· Medication reconciliation for polypharmacy· Remote monitoring for recently discharged seniorsThe Changemakers: Doctors, NGOs, and InnovatorsWhile corporations lead on scale, the soul of this revolution lies with individuals and social entrepreneurs.Dr. V. Mohan Chennai's Diabetes Elder WhispererHis elder-friendly clinic features:· Local-language consultations· Longer appointment times· Podiatry initiatives to prevent diabetic amputations· His multigenerational approach even helps families map hereditary risk factors early.Helpage India: Boots on the GroundHelpage India is synonymous with geriatric home care in rural areas. Their work includes:· Mobile medical vans in underserved regions· Volunteer youth training in geriatric care· Weekly clinics seeing 100+ patients in Bastar and beyondEmoha Eldercare: Tech Meets TouchThis Gurgaon-based startup is redefining geriatric home support with:· Smartwatches that detect falls and pulse anomalies· Teleconsults, virtual yoga, and hobby clubs· Groceries, medicine, and emergency support subscriptions74-year-old Sushila Devi from Noida plays chess daily on Emoha's app while living independently.`At 74, I finally feel seen, says Sushila Devi.' `Technology didn't just help me walk again it gave me a voice in my own health.'Government & Policy: Building the FoundationIndia's policy shift is slowly catching up with its
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