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Set up in May 2007, the Council for Third Age is an independent body that promotes active ageing to enable seniors to achieve a better quality of life in all the six dimensions of wellness – social, intellectual, physical, vocational, emotional and spiritual.
The Council also partners community and commercial organisations to develop products and services that meet the various needs and interests of seniors. |
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May 2009
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To allow elderly to retire where they reside, we need to strengthen community networks
(Lianhe Zaobao)
Symposium titled ‘Health-care Challenges For An Ageing Population’ said that in order for us to allow elderly to retire in their own homes, we need to strengthen community network and increase our support and understanding for their emotional needs. |
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May 2009
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Social services to go 'ground up'
Dr. Vivian Balahkrishnan has plans to change the structure of social services to be more 'ground up', which means they should be delivered by people on the ground, who are most familiar with the needs of the beneficiaries, as well as with the passion and heart to run the organizations. |
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Intergenerational Bonding (IGB) Awards
The inaugural IGB Awards 2009 aim to encourage organisations to develop new programmes that promote intergenerational bonding and at the same time, recognise exemplary IG programmes that are being implemented. |
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Active Ageing Carnival 2009
The Active Ageing Carnival is here again! This time, we’ve taken up six sites at Suntec City Mall, from the Fountain of Wealth to the Tropics Atrium, to show you how to keep up your zest for life, regardless of your age! So come on down with your family and friends for activities, performances and games that will engage and entertain you throughout the day. |
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2009 AARP International Innovative Employer Awards
The AARP International Innovative Employer Awards aims to recognise model employers based outside the United States who have implemented innovative workforce or human resources practices and policies to attract and retain workers age 50 and older. |
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