/articles/64-shes-going-doctorate-next
At 64, Ms Prema Subramaniam is a grandmother of two, a kindergarten English teacher, a grassroots leader and a regular volunteer.
But despite her age and many hats, she is getting a doctorate…
/articles/less-obvious-benefits-volunteering
A few years ago, I found myself listening to a briefing for volunteers at Touch Family Services. I was there because, at a deeper level, I wanted to do more.
At that briefing, I learnt that…
/articles/causes-week-2017-grandpa-roll-help-kids-special-needs
Mr Malcolm Chen is 72, but continues to work towards his dream of creating a more inclusive society through the power of the bicycle.
The avid cyclist, who cycles in places such as Sarawak and…
/articles/causes-week-2017-befriending-former-dakota-crescent-residents
Every Saturday morning, former Dakota Crescent resident Yee Dew Eng welcomes volunteers who come knocking on her door in Cassia Crescent, which is about 400m from her previous residence of more than…
/articles/nurturing-love-nature
My Turf is a fortnightly series that aims to tell the untold stories in our neighbourhoods. In this instalment, we look at how community gardens in the heartlands have flourished in recent years.
The…
/articles/62-year-old-dedicates-life-keeping-people-safe-water
When lifeguard George Lee Song Choo saw a man having difficulties in the Yio Chu Kang swimming pool, he rushed to his aid.
The man, who was in his 60s, was taken to Khoo Teck Puat Hospital,…
/articles/age-just-number
Seniors become guides at new Science Centre show, sharing their secrets to ageing well
Growing old may be dreaded by or even terrifying for some people.
Yet, not many would strike a…
/articles/suss-weave-social-impact-all-courses
It will introduce a compulsory social science module for 13,000 part-time students
The Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) will expand its offerings in social sciences and weave elements…
/articles/lives-they-live-age-no-big-deal-compact-strongman
While the pioneer leaders were the original architects of Singapore, everyday heroes helped build society here. This is another story about such a person in the series, The Lives They Live.
Mr Ng Bee…
/articles/retirees-sense-purpose-do-better
They are likely to be healthier and live longer than people without this motivation
After making it through the maelstrom of middle age, many adults find themselves approaching older age and…
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/inspiration/reliving-joy-learning
Dr Tan Thiam Soon is a strong advocate of lifelong learning and its benefits. A retired NUS professor, the 75-year-old has a wealth of teaching experience under his belt.
/inspiration/keeping-open-mind
Minds are like parachutes. They only function when they are open.―James Dewar
This quote resonates strongly with Mr Lee Ah Kow’s life philosophy, whom at 81 years old, is still leading an active and…
/inspiration/lookout-new-opportunities
Helping others makes them happy and that makes me happy too.
Having worked for several years, Mdm Jong Syn Chun felt that it was time for her to take a break. The formal aerospace executive decided…
/inspiration/enriching-oneself-handy-skills
As we live, we learn. It is a joy to learn and discover everything new each day. Once you stop learning, you stop growing.
Equipped with his newly-learnt plumbing skills, 60-year-old Mr Clement Tan…
/inspiration/positive-mindset-ageing
I have reached the stage where I realised there’s more to life than just working and I want to help the less fortunate within my abilities.
Seeking fulfilment in life, realising that there is more to…
/inspiration/reliving-memorable-learning-spirit-university
I like the overall community spirit of people coming from different backgrounds to learn together.
Despite dreading school at times, it was a place where good memories were created. For 57-year-old…
/inspiration/i-believe-lifelong-learning-stay-relevant
Bring learning opportunities into the community.
The Singapore Polytechnic course Learn to Use an Android Phone Effectively targeted at helping seniors navigate the various functions of their mobile…
/inspiration/age-not-issue-when-it-comes-learning
Age is not an issue when it comes to learning
Gency Ong has been a diligent housewife for 17 years, taking care of her family before she re-joined the workforce in 2013 after obtaining a certificate…
/inspiration/lifelong-learner
When Teresa Chin had a heart bypass surgery in 2004, she struggled in her recovery.
One of the side effects of her heart medication caused her hands to tremble so much, she had trouble gripping a pen.
/inspiration/be-inspired-70-year-old-nancy
At 70, Nancy Quek still volunteers regularly at many organisations, from schools, welfare organisations to hospitals. She volunteers about five times a week, each time taking on a different role:…
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