National Silver Academy virtual roadshow back

National Silver Academy virtual roadshow back

Its second edition promotes lifelong learning, senior volunteerism and positive ageing.   The National Silver Academy (NSA) virtual roadshow is back for its second edition. Themed “Live to Learn, Learn to Live”, the roadshow aims to promote lifelong learning,...
Be an ambassador of health

Be an ambassador of health

Get healthy and at the same time, inspire others to get on the healthy path. BY: Tan Boon Leng   With a longer life expectancy, declining birth rate and rapidly greying population, the Health Promotion Board (HPB) has come up with a new initiative to engage and...
Active ageing & volunteerism

Active ageing & volunteerism

Being active, for example in volunteering, can give a boost to a senior and make his life more meaningful and satisfying. BY: Ngiam Tong Yuen   Active ageing is a much talked about subject nowadays. So what is it? We can define is as “senior citizens living...
A supportive hand

A supportive hand

A 76-year-old woman has found her calling, to reach out to women with menopause and those who suffer from colon cancer. A warm hand can make a world of difference! BY: Eleanor Yap   This spunky woman of 76 years’ young, Dincy Lim, is determined to make a mark through...

Mr Good Deeds

There is no denying that this man is an ambassador for volunteerism and enjoys helping people. BY: Eleanor Yap   Hoon Thye Yong’s face is recognised in many organisations. Every Mondays, he makes his usual rounds at Ang Mo Kio – Thye Hua Kwan Hospital. As a volunteer...