Did you know that by 2026, one in five Singaporeans are expected to be 65 or older, making the country a "super-aged" society?This is a huge change that calls for innovative solutions to meet the healthcare requirements of an increasingly elderly pop ...
Nobody looks forward to getting sick and needing medical care in a hospital. The only thing on your mind is getting better and back to full health when it takes a toll on your body. During this moment, though, another important issue arises: the bill ...
Discover how to lower the risk of falling for elders and those who care for them by understanding the risk factors for falls.To avoid falls, educate yourself on the risk factors.Falls are the leading cause of injury for the elderly, but accidents lik ...
With the changing dynamics of dating and marriage, more Singaporeans are opting to remain single. Whether by choice or need, being a single retiree comes with its own set of advantages and disadvantages, not the least of which is the need for cautiou ...
Many people's ultimate goal in life is to retire early. It means having the option of continuing to work past the age of mandatory retirement. In Singapore, if you want to retire legally, you need to be at least 63 years old. Planning ahead and bein ...
Dementia does not occur naturally with aging. It's a condition wherein the brain's functionality gradually deteriorates due to illness. Dementia has an impact on memory, judgment, language, planning, and behavior.Dementia is more frequent in people o ...
The comfort that comes from knowing you have enough money to get by when life throws you a curveball is immeasurable.That's why it's crucial to have some money set aside in case of an unexpected expense. In the event of an unexpected financial setbac ...
Inflation has been in the spotlight for weeks, and more rate hikes are expected in the coming months. If you've been thinking about buying a second home, it might be a good time to start planning for it now, since a rise in interest rates could lead ...
You may have noticed prices rising in Singapore unless you've been living in a hut in the Mandai forests and growing your own food. The Consumer Price Index (CPI), which measures overall inflation in Singapore, increased to 7.5% year over year (y-o-y ...
What are the potential causes of falling? Where do most elderly falls happen? Does aging make people more at risk? The physical and mental after-effects of a fall can extend far beyond the obvious physical harm. If you or an elderly loved one are con ...
