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Ms Kalyani, 65 years old, is not ready to retire as she feels that she can continue to contribute to society.
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Having worked in the newspaper editorial industry for more than 40 years, after his retirement, Mr Ng had a desire to pursue his childhood interest and what he had always wanted to do.
/inspiration/overcoming-odds-learner-mentor
Mr Chow Voon Yake’s learning journey wasn’t always a smooth-sailing one. Born at Mersing, Malaysia in the 1930s, Mr Chow spent most of his childhood through the tumultuous years of 1940s
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Currently working full-time in the manufacturing industry, 60-year-old Mdm Tan Lai Fong decided that she did not want to wait till retirement to discover her true passion in life.
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I am very happy whenever I volunteer as it is very, very meaningful.
/inspiration/being-open-minded-try-new-things
If we are willing to be open-minded to try new experiences and hone new skills, we will discover so much more potential about ourselves than we ever knew.
/inspiration/bonding-through-language
Teaching dialects is a satisfying experience. It allows me to stay active and remain useful to society even during my golden years.
/articles/senior-volunteers-lauded-contributions-community
Every senior is a precious resource, minister says at non-profit group's appreciation event.
From volunteering at Kwong Wai Shiu Hospital and the Indian Heritage Centre to serving as a receptionist…
/articles/whats-best-time-day-exercise
(NYTIMES) - Is it better for our bodies to work out at certain times of the day?
A new study of exercise timing and metabolic health suggests that, at least for some people, the answer is yes.
The…
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I have gained many positive things by volunteering and giving back such as developing more compassion and patience towards others and in return receiving love and friendship from staffs and other…
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/articles/lecturer-62-wins-scouts-highest-honour
He is only fourth Singaporean to receive Bronze Wolf since 1935
Singapore Scout Association executive director Mohd Effendy Rajab's office is littered with turtle memorabilia of all kinds, from…
/articles/more-varied-roles-store-volunteers-public-hospitals
Volunteers are set to operate in more varied roles at public hospitals, with new opportunities coming up in several institutions.
Just last month, National University Hospital (NUH) started…
/articles/lives-they-live-special-person-special-personal-mission
While the pioneer leaders were the original architects of Singapore, everyday heroes helped build society here. This is another story about such people in the series, The Lives They Live.
When Mrs…
/articles/girl-guides-pioneer-still-active-84-strives-keep-movement-relevant-and-fresh
She says times have changed but basic goal of movement remains
In her 60 years with the Girl Guides, Madam Chan Siok Fong has worked to keep the movement fresh and relevant with the times.
And…
/articles/making-pawsitive-difference-lives
In fast-paced Singapore, there are those in need - and those who go out of their way to meet those needs. This is the latest in a series on noteworthy causes that The Straits Times is spotlighting.…
/articles/seniors-helping-seniors-macpherson
Now in their 60s, Madam Rosemary Lim Moh Tin and Mr Anthony Lim Thiam Poh used to live in MacPherson but have since moved to Pasir Ris.
The semi-retired couple are part of the National…
/articles/volunteers-repaint-and-tidy-homes-vulnerable-seniors
Chai Chee resident Low Chin Hwee has weathered many setbacks in life, but the 66-year-old maintains a sunny disposition.
The years have been tough on Mr Low, who was forced into early…
/articles/kopitiam-kakis-nursing-home-folk
Nearly every week, retiree Doris Han whips up a special tea-time treat for about 50 elderly nursing home residents from Kwong Wai Shiu Hospital, many of whom miss home-cooked food.
She makes…
/articles/music-mistress-discipline
THE LIFE! INTERVIEW WITH Vivien Goh
Violin mentor Vivien Goh laments that young musicians now practise so much less than before
When Vivien Goh picks up her violin, she transforms…
/articles/staying-love-empty-nest
A recent report shows more women in their 50s and 60s are getting divorced, but marriage experts say couples can keep the flame going
He was a filial son and a good father who provided for the…
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