Author Archives: Dr Subodh Kumar

About Dr Subodh Kumar

Dr Subodh Kumar has empowered more than 2,000 students in psychology and computer science, conducted over 3,000 psychological assessments, and guided more than 50 master’s students in their dissertations. His work includes in-depth experience in Dementia Care, Cognitive Function Assessment, and geriatric psychological support—key areas at the heart of VataVriksh Parent Care’s services. With more than 30 research papers published in reputed journals and over 20 articles written for the general public across magazines and online platforms, Dr Kumar is deeply committed to bridging scientific insight with real-world impact. Through collaboration and innovation, he continues to advance scientific knowledge while addressing the evolving needs of elderly parents (seniors) and their caregivers. Read more at https://vatavriksh.com/subodh-kumar/
Jul 14, 2025 | 1072 Views

Importance of Good Nutrition in the Elderly Parents (Seniors)

Nourishing the Golden Years of life As we age, our bodies experience changes in metabolism, appetite, and nutrient absorption. For individuals at 60 years and above, nutrition becomes a key player in maintaining strength, immunity, and independence. At VataVriksh Parent …

Jul 03, 2025 | 1291 Views

How VataVriksh Parent Care Supports Seniors with Neurodegenerative Conditions

What Are Neurodegenerative Diseases? Neurodegenerative diseases refer to progressive disorders that impact the structure and functionality of the nervous system. In older adults, these conditions frequently result in memory impairment, difficulties with movement, and a loss of independence. Among the …

Jun 30, 2025 | 1270 Views

Caregiver Burnout is Real—Here’s How to Prevent It

Being a caregiver for your aging parents is a labour of love – but it can also become emotionally exhausting. If you are constantly juggling work, home, and your elderly parents’ health, you may be heading toward caregiver burnout. What …

Jun 15, 2025 | 676 Views

Where Dignity Lives: My Day at VataVriksh Parent Care

Some places don’t just care for people — they nourish souls. VataVriksh Parent Care is one such haven. I spent a day there recently, and what I witnessed wasn’t just caregiving. It was love, dignity, and patience, woven into every …

Jun 14, 2025 | 593 Views

Why Parent Day Care is the Ideal Support System for Elderly Parents

As our parents age, the dynamics of our relationship evolve. We, as adult children, often find ourselves taking on more responsibilities for their health, safety, and emotional well-being. While the intention to provide care at home is noble, it’s not …

May 28, 2025 | 1085 Views

When Home Care Isn’t Enough: A Doctor’s Journey in Finding the Right Dementia Care for His Father

There’s a quiet kind of pain that comes with watching a parent fade away in front of you. Not all at once, but slowly, over months and years, as dementia chips away at the person they once were. It’s not …

May 19, 2025 | 999 Views

Love Beyond Distance: A Daughter’s Testimony to Compassionate Assisted Living

There comes a time in every family’s life when roles begin to shift. The hands that once held us steady, the voices that once offered us guidance, and the parents who seemed invincible slowly begin to need us in return. …

May 08, 2025 | 824 Views

When Compassion Becomes Care: A Personal Look at Dementia Support That Truly Works?

We all forget things—names, where we left our keys, why we entered a room. It’s normal, even a little funny sometimes. That’s what casual forgetfulness looks like. It’s part of being human, especially as we grow older. Often, it’s just …

Apr 24, 2025 | 979 Views

She Found Her Inner-Self Again at VataVriksh Parent Care

-A quiet story of courage, memory, and rediscovery There was a time when even the routine moments of her day seemed strange. She’d pause mid-sentence, searching for the correct words. Sometimes she’d forget the names of the people whom she …