Active ageing – what does it mean?

According to HealthHub, active ageing is “a holistic approach that helps a person to optimise their physical, mental and social health, be actively engaged in society and have the financial security to lead a good quality of life.”

Why is active ageing important?

With a rapidly ageing population, active ageing is important on a national level to ensure Singapore’s population remains healthy, independent and socially engaged well into the future.

On an individual level, active ageing helps us live longer and happier lives. Studies have shown that genetics contribute to one third of how well we age, our personal lifestyle choices make up the other two-thirds. 

Active Ageing Hubs in Singapore and how to sign up

Active ageing hubs in Singapore are drop-in centres where seniors living close by can come to interact with peers. They also provide elderly care-related services like day care, day rehabilitation and assisted living. 

These centres serve the needs of a wide range of older adults.

Active Ageing Hubs in Singapore

1. NTUC Health

With activities planned and run by seniors for seniors, NTUC Health Active Ageing Hub sets itself apart with their robust health and engagement programmes.

Besides community activities and volunteer opportunities, they also provide elderly care services like senior day care, day rehabilitation and home care services.

2. Society of Sheng Hong Welfare Services

The Sheng Hong Active Ageing Hub @ Sennett is situated in the matured estate of Macpherson Road. It is the first purpose-built stand-alone Day Care Centre in Singapore.

Some key services include a senior maintenance day care, a dementia day care and day rehabilitation. Their services are focused on enhancing their elderly clients’ overall physica, emotional and mental health.

3. Kwong Wai Shiu Community Care Centre @ McNair (KWS CCC @ McNair)

This centre was opened by the Kwong Wai Shiu Hospital to further meet the needs of seniors staying in the Kallang and Whampoa region.

It was also the first Active Ageing Hub in Singapore.

4. Active Global Home & Community Care Services

These two senior care centres and active ageing hubs serve residents of the Ghim Moh and Telok Blangah estates.

They are the first of their kind to operate 7 days a week and are subsidised, making them accessible to vulnerable families. Seniors are eligible for government subsidies of up to 80%. 

5. Home Nursing Foundation –  HNF Wellness@Hougang

HNF Wellness@Hougang is an integrated care facility with a person-centric approach.

They specialise in day care services, community rehabilitation, dementia care specialised programmes and centre-based nursing.

6. Care Corner Active Ageing Hub

Originally established to help marginalised blue-collared workers in central Singapore, they have rapidly expanded their range of services to include healthcare services too.

Their activities are regularly organised to enhance self-care competencies and active ageing in the elderly.

Intervention services and support programmes are also catered for individuals, families and couples in the community.

At Medical Assistance4u

Our team of medically trained staff at Medical Assistance4u can provide you with consultation services to assist you in providing good elderly care and finding the right assistive tool and medical equipment. 

We also provide services like installation and repair services, relocation and disposal services for bulky medical equipment, home care services and transport for your wheelchair-bound loved ones.