by Eleanor Yap | Jan 31, 2019 | Miscellaneous
A photographer’s exhibition shines the light on a hard-working generation that made Singapore what it is today. BY: Eleanor Yap Alan Lim may have grown up in the 70s and 80s, but he can still recollect Singapore’s pioneers working hard. He shared of the workers...
by Eleanor Yap | Jan 25, 2019 | Health
The Minus Calories workout strengthens the muscles and bones, and is gentle on the knees. Lifestyle and wellness brand Active Hive has launched a Minus Calories Self-Service Automated Express NIR Workout Studio in Singapore’s prime district and central...
by Eleanor Yap | Jan 24, 2019 | Inspiring Figures
Cyril Ong has found meaning in his life and he is on a mission to help as many people as he can. BY: Eleanor Yap Things were a lot different for Cyril Ong, 72, many years ago. He didn’t get to spend as much time with his family as he worked in the US for a life...
by Eleanor Yap | Jan 16, 2019 | Miscellaneous
Try an immersive bicycle tour and retrace fictional character Tan Ah Huat in the 1920s. Get on a bicycle and go back in time to the 1920s and experience those times through a unique storytelling tour called “Trails of Tan Ah Huat, Singapore 1920s” by Let’s Go...
by Eleanor Yap | Jan 14, 2019 | Miscellaneous
library@harbourfront offers tech sessions as well as a collection of books and magazines. Seniors can attend monthly two-hour TechShare sessions at the new 3,000 sqm library@harbourfront at level 3 of VivoCity shopping mall. These sessions are opportunities to...
by Eleanor Yap | Jan 11, 2019 | Miscellaneous
Come November, a new trade and consumer event called ELDEX will be launched. With Singapore’s rapidly ageing population and one that is also happening around the world, organiser Fireworks Muziyi Media is jumping on this trend and launching a trade and consumer...
by Eleanor Yap | Jan 8, 2019 | Finance
AN has an option that will help supplement your retirement savings. Jonathan Teoh, founder of AN has a unique idea to unlock one’s housing equity for seniors who might need money for their health conditions and may not be covered by insurance, or for childless couples...
by Eleanor Yap | Jan 3, 2019 | Finance
NUS compared both the older and younger adults in its study. People often need to make financial choices for themselves, and sometimes, on behalf of others. Studies have shown that younger adults take more risks when making financial decisions for others....
by Eleanor Yap | Jan 2, 2019 | Inspiring Figures
A competition shows off seniors singing a wide range of songs, from country to Broadway music. BY: Eleanor Yap Last year when Karen Kon, who is in her 50s, participated in last year’s first Seniors Got Talent (SGT) organised by the Singapore Association for...
by Eleanor Yap | Dec 27, 2018 | Inspiring Figures
Seniors with no musical experience were giving a chance to learn and show off their skills. A group of seniors, aged 55 to 84 years, were rocking down the house before Christmas day, proving that age is no barrier. The seniors practiced for 20 weeks; many with...
by Eleanor Yap | Dec 20, 2018 | Miscellaneous
Just some small ways to reduce your plastic usage and help the environment. BY: Eleanor Yap If you are thinking of cutting down on your plastic usage, there are few things you can do this. Firstly, you can consider bringing along your own cute and colourful bag...
by Eleanor Yap | Dec 13, 2018 | Miscellaneous
Enjoy relaxing services and treatments in a classic, retro barbershop setting. Japanese Komars Group, the folks behind EC House brand with its quick haircuts, has come up with a hair service concept called the LA Barbershop at Plaza Singapura. It is inspired by...
by Eleanor Yap | Dec 11, 2018 | Miscellaneous
Top teams tackle legacy planning, dental care and retirement planning. When a loved one passes away, most family members are unprepared for it. They experience a range of emotions including distress, grief and worry about how to handle issues such as legal...
by Eleanor Yap | Dec 6, 2018 | Caregiving
Harnessing the power of social media to help find seniors who have wandered off. ProjectCare, a website for caregivers, is harnessing social media to help families find their missing loved ones, in particular those seniors who have dementia and have wandered...
by Eleanor Yap | Dec 4, 2018 | Health
Concord International Hospital opens a level dedicated to women’s needs. Concord International Hospital (CIH) has opened its Women’s Centre which comprises of a level of facilities within its Adam Road premises. The multi-disciplinary service Centre has a team...
