More seniors in Singapore opting to work past 60 – More seniors here continue to be employed, buoyed by efforts to raise their employability, advance estimates released by the Manpower Ministry on Dec 1 revealed. The employment rate of seniors aged 65 and above rose at a faster pace and is higher this year compared […]
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All seniors can lead their lives with dignity and remain integrated within the community. Platforms are available to reach out to at-risk seniors, enhance skills and social support for caregivers, and improve participation and security options through innovations to ensure our seniors age-in-place. Continue reading at National Council of Social Service.
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INTRODUCTION TO NURSING HOMES Nursing Homes are long-term residential care facilities that provide assistance to residents who need help in most of their activities of daily living and/or have daily nursing care needs. In addition, there are selected nursing homes with specific dementia and/or psychiatric facilities that cater to residents who need specialised care and support. Caregivers can […]
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In recent years, Singapore has surpassed Japan in having the largest ageing population in the world with citizens aged above 65 years, with our average life expectancy rising to 84.8 years. Unfortunately, with that, comes health conditions and disabilities as people grow older. In fact, one in two Singaporeans is at risk of severe disability at the age of […]
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Sending your loved ones to a nursing home can be an emotionally wrenching decision. But with a small property and no one at home during the weekdays, it may sometimes be the best (or only) plan of action if you need to take care of elderly who needs assistance with daily chores. Continue reading at […]
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