Miscellaneous

Treasuring our pioneers

Two women put together a book as part of the SG50 celebrations to show that seniors continue being active and contribute in many ways.

Accessible travel online resources

Lonely Planet has come up with a collection of online resources that will allow those with a disability to travel with peace of mind.

Separated by sea & sky

Sixty-nine-year-old father of two and a grandfather of four opens up on his poignant story about his long-lost father and how today, he is closer to his children and grandchildren.

Budding entrepreneurs addressing ageing issues get support

Social impact startup incubator is calling for 10 aspiring entrepreneurs to take part in its intensive five-month programme.

Philatelic ramblings

A retired professor published a book this year about currency notes and coins used in Singapore.

Banish the word – “retired”

Seniors are encouraged to help change negative perceptions through active living, continuous learning and participation in the community.

Many papillons (butterflies)

Twenty NTUC U Live ambassadors showed off their colourful transformations and fancy headgears, with the oldest being 81.

Solutions for seniors & caregivers get seed-funding

Sensors to protect against pressure ulcers and a pill dispenser come up tops in the first Modern Aging event, with funding each of S$50,000 to build their businesses.

Talking to seniors

This year’s SoCh event was all about interactions between our senior friends and the schoolchildren, and letting the children experience the games from the past.

A city for all ages

With a new training programme by Centre for Seniors and NTUC LearningHub, businesses can become more understanding towards seniors and those with dementia.

Four faces of artwork

Part of Silver Arts which celebrates seniors and the arts in September, seniors from a senior activity centre got to share their views and stories on a canvas.

Celebrating older persons

Singapore’s International Day of Older Persons focuses on “Communicate. Connect. Celebrate.” with a handbook on interacting with seniors and thank-you cards.

Remembering music of the ’60s

Weish shares the stage with a popular ’60s pop band in an SG50 film, and shares her experience.

Positive & happy ageing

Council for Third Age launches a toolkit for seniors to access their own state of well-being.

A boost to senior volunteerism

A new Silver Volunteer Fund under the President’s Challenge was launched to encourage more seniors to volunteer.