/articles/fit-fab-retiree-picked-brazilian-jiu-jitsu-55-and-earned-his-black-belt-67
SINGAPORE - Before Mr Richard Wee retired in 2009 at age 55, he had been a senior regional executive in multinational companies, including Apple and supply chain management business Havi Global…
/articles/lions-befrienders-customised-tablet-helps-charity-keep-tabs-seniors-remotely
SINGAPORE - A customised tablet can potentially save a senior's life.
Every morning, the user has to press a button on the tablet to signal that he is fine.
If he does not do so after a…
/articles/back-office-tray-return-8-key-changes-take-note-singapore-new-year
SINGAPORE - As Singapore ushers in the new year, here are eight key changes to take note of in 2022:
1. Back to the office, subject to vaccination measures
From Jan 1, Singapore will…
/articles/showing-their-heart-poor-seniors-sewing-them-new-clothes-cny
SINGAPORE - When office manager Linda Kuan, 55, was growing up, she received new clothes only once a year - during Chinese New Year.
Her father died when Ms Kuan, an only child, was in primary…
/inspiration/avid-learners-finding-ways-learn-amid-pandemic
Being at home all the time increases stress. Especially for those who live alone, (they) will only watch television. Thus, it is important to keep engaged in learning and also go out from time to…
/articles/prostate-cancer-early-screenings-can-save-lives
SINGAPORE - Screening for prostate cancer saves lives, say doctors and cancer survivors.
This was the case for retired marine engineer Victor Tay, 68, who learnt he had prostate cancer only…
/inspiration/befriendee-befriender
Through volunteering, I have also learnt to be more patient and be a better listener. I am inspired to continue helping others as it gives me a great sense of contentment.
/inspiration/still-going-strong-74
Volunteering makes me feel young at heart because I’m hanging out with the younger generation and it gives me the opportunity to meet people from all walks of life.
/articles/woman-71-sole-caregiver-daughter-and-sister-mental-disorders-and-husband-who-had-cancer
SINGAPORE - For over a decade now, Madam Kong Ching Mei, 71, has been the sole caregiver of her daughter, who has bipolar disorder; her younger sister, who has schizophrenia; and her husband, who is…
/inspiration/strengthening-digital-skills-make-life-more-convenient-fulfilling-during-pandemic
I think we should treat learning as something fun. Learning new things can bring freshness, vitality and even delay the ageing process.
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/articles/too-young-be-grandparent
People who become grandparents at 40 or 50 may have more energy to keep up with their grandchildren, but may also experience conflicted feelings
When her daughter gave birth to a baby girl, Ms L. Loh…
/articles/painting-inspired-nature
Volunteer guide shares love for art and nature at paint-alongs
At least twice a month, volunteer nature guide Tham Pui San, 69, leads a group of about 20 people to a park or nature reserve.…
/articles/take-trip-back-time-new-pulau-ubin-tour
The 1ha orchard, with trees planted by students, will feature around 350 fruit trees from 30 different species, including rambutan and starfruit, once commonly found in kampungs.
Starting next year,…
/articles/pioneer-singapores-community-care-sector
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/articles/hidden-hong-kong-nature-trails-traditional-eateries
The city may be a popular holiday destination for Singaporeans, but there are plenty of hidden gems – from lesser-known nature trails on the outskirts of the bustling metropolis to traditional…
/articles/caregivers-fret-not-more-help-way
They can turn to respite schemes, courses and support groups
Finance manager Tay Lian Choon, 53, provided care for her mother when the older woman developed heart problems in 2011, but her caregiving…
/articles/can-daily-spoonful-turmeric-reduce-health-risks
Joyce Teo finds out more about the purported anti-cancer properties of the spice
Numerous studies have been done on the benefits of turmeric, a dark yellow spice commonly used in Indian and…
/articles/nostalgic-blogger
Passing on heartfelt stories of Singapore to the youths of today through modern means of Internet blogging.
By Lee Ker Yuan
His blog post on the Bukit Ho Swee fire was handpicked by Prime Minister…
/articles/menopause
Menopause is a natural process and an important life marker in women. In Asia, menopause occurs between the ages of 45 and 55 years, and the average age for natural menopause is 50 years. In…
/articles/bowling-seniors-over-kinect-technology
Senior activity centre's Xbox 360 bowling sessions draw about 40 participants weekly
Mr Eng Ah Tee, 74, stared intently at three bowling pins on the television screen in front of him.
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