2020 Spoken Interaction - The Elderly by https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8 by Le Min en-us 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC 2024-07-05 20:06:14 UTC hello@padlet.com English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345276 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345276 Mrs Raghesh English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345277 In what ways can young people help to enrich the lives of the elderly? ]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345277 Yi Yong English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345278 What can the government do to encourage people to have children 👶 ]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345278 Darre English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345279 Why is there a decline in fertility rate?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345279 Ramyasri English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345280 How can the government sure that the Silver industry is working effectively?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345280 Charis English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345282 Discuss in which the government can do to encourage the elderly to go back to work.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345282 Yukendran English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345283 How to encourage children ofelderly to take care their parents]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345283 Angeline English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345284 What have the government done to help the problems related to Ageing population? ]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345284 Eunice English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345285 How can we ensure that our Pioneer generation will enjoy their retirement?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345285 Celine+KaiJun English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345286 What are the measures the government can do to cater the living needs of the elderly in Singapore?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345286 Aarthi & Kelmen English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345287 What are the advantages and disadvantages of being an elderly in Singapore?
What are some problems that elderly face when working with technology? ]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345287 Jx English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345288 Is pushing the retirement age higher good]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345288 Joan English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345289 How can the government encourage couples to have children?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345289 jun yi (16) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345290 what are some advantages and disadvantage of government encouraging immigration?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345290 Tracia English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345291 Is there a way to increase fertility rates without providing more burden to the working adults]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345291 Lucas English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345293 How to encourage more adults to have babies]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345293 Michelle(22) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345294 Different ways that government encourage fertility rates to rise]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345294 Craven English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345295 In what ways can we help the elderly other than providing funds]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345295 Melvin(28) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345297 How can the government increase the birth rate in singapore]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345297 Yong tat English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345298 What are some other ways to increase birth rate]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345298 Fibbra English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345299 Why do you think adults are opting out when it comes to settling down and having children?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345299 V.logganesh English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345300 Is the silver industry helping elderly]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345300 Rafiah English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345301 What other way can we do to support the ageing population other than increasing the birth rate?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345301 Why do you think adults are opting out when it comes to settling down and having children?(Fibbra's question) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345303 One of the reasons why adults are opting out of choice of settling down and having children is due to their financial instability. Many of the young adults have only joined a workforce recently and have a barely sufficient reserve lying around whilst earning two to three thousand a month, barely enough to afford a roof over their heads, much less raise a child. These causes young couples to have babies later on in their mid to late thirties and possibly having only one or two children as they feel that they do not have the energy to raise more. Thus, financial instability causes many adults, especially the young adults, to opt of out having a child.
- JunXiang]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345303 In what ways can young people help to enrich the lives of the elderly? (Mrs Raghesh’s question) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345304 One way that young people can help to enrich the lives of the elderly is through volunteering. As of late, there has been many places set-up specially for Singaopre’s senior citizens with the most recent one being the Singapore Amalgamated Services Co-operative Organisation(SASCO) Senior Citizens’ Home built at Khatib. SASCO Home conducts a wide range of activities such as organising workshops that promote healthy living and wellness for the frail elderly. There are many projects at the SASCO Home for volunteers. One such project would be balloon sculpting. Young people can volunteer their time to teach the elderly and at the same time amaze them with interesting looking balloons. Through such projects, the elderly will have a platform to engage and socialise with the young people, at the same time also mingle with other elderly.
- Christy]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345304 How can we ensure that our Pioneer generation will enjoy their retirement? English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345305 First, savings. The Central Provident Fund (CPF) is a key pillar to help everyone save for their old age, finance and own their own homes, save for medical expenses, provide basic health insurance for all, for life, and to supplement the income for those with lesser means. To help Singaporeans save for old age, the Government recently increased the CPF contribution rates for older workers and raised the monthly salary ceiling for CPF contributions. The Government has also accepted the CPF Advisory Panel’s recommendations to introduce more flexibility into our CPF system while ensuring that the retirement adequacy for each Singaporean is not compromised. These recommendations include allowing Singaporeans to top-up the CPF savings in their Retirement Account up to the Enhanced Retirement Sum to receive a higher CPF LIFE payout, the option to defer the commencement of CPF LIFE payouts until age 70 and allowing spouses to transfer their CPF savings above the Basic Retirement Sum to each other.

Second, assets. In addition to cash savings, we have also enhanced the range of options for seniors to unlock the equity of their assets. Today, 9 in 10 households headed by seniors are homeowners[2] and 80% of households headed by seniors are in public housing. Households who prefer to move to another flat can right-size to a smaller flat with the Silver Housing Bonus, or if they prefer to stay in the same flat, sell back the tail-end lease of the flat to the Housing & Development Board (HDB) under the Lease Buyback Scheme.

Third, health. Healthcare affordability is another issue close to the heart of seniors. We introduced MediShield Life in November last year, which means that all Singaporeans now have protection against large hospitalisation expenses, for life. In the first eleven months of MediShield Life, more than $600 million has been paid to nearly 400,000 claims. Together with the government subsidies provided in our public healthcare institutions, our individual savings in our Medisave accounts, as well as Medifund, a safety net for financially needy Singaporeans, all Singaporeans now enjoy better peace of mind about healthcare affordability. We also launched the Pioneer Generation package in 2014 for our special generation of citizens who helped build Singapore, to better take care of their healthcare expenses for life. About 300,000 Pioneers have benefitted from the Community Health Assist Scheme (CHAS) subsidies and about 250,000 to 300,000 Pioneers have enjoyed PG subsidies at polyclinics and subsidised Specialist Outpatient Clinics (SOCs). Last month, the Ministry also appointed an ElderShield Review Committee to study ways to enhance ElderShield, so as to provide better support for Singaporeans who become severely disabled during their old age. The Committee is expected to complete the review and submit its recommendations to the Ministry by the end of next year.

By: Celine
With reference to:

Speech by Dr Amy Khor, Senior Minister of State for Health, at the Inaugural Conference of the Centre for Research on the Economics of Ageing (CREA), 11 November 2016

]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345305 What can the government do to encourage people to have children(Yi Yong's question) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345306 The government can encourage people to have children by having schemes when couples have children.Having children can be tiring and expensive,so by having schemes,it entices couples to have babies.Schemes which reduces the weight of having a child by reducing the cost of baby products,provide gifts,paid leaves for jobs to care for the child and many more.For example,in 2015,the government announced that babies born from that year onwards will receive an additional two thousand dollars in baby bonus and an extra one thousand in medisave grant.Babies born in 2015 were also given limited edition SG50 hampers.This resulted in the number of birth rates to reach the highest in thirteen years in 2015.Thus,having schemes would encourage more couples to have children as it benefits them and their children.
-Melvin]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345306 How can the government encourage couples to have children? (Joan's question): English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345307 The government can encourage couples to have children by providing economic assistance and tax allowances for young parents. For instance, since a lot of money has to be expended on raising children, the government can implement schemes to promote the well-being of these families by providing the couples with assistance in various aspects, such as financially. The government could deduct less money from the gross income of these couples as well. Therefore, as the financial aspect would be mostly taken care of by the government, couples would not have to worry abut this issue, thus considering on having children to a larger extent.
-Valerie (24)]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345307 How can the government encourage couples to have children?(Joan’s question) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345308 The government can encourage couples to have children by providing the young couples with finanacial aid and allowing them to take time off work when they are having children. Many young couples choose not to have children because they are worried that their salary may not be enough to raise their children and that leaving their job to have children seems insensible to them. Therefore, providing financial help and holidays for them will help resolving their worries. For example, government can give them certain amount of money every month so that they will be able to pay for the baby’s necessary items. In the meantime, the government should also require the companies that those couples work in to keep their jobs and salaries while they are having a baby so that those young couple would not have to worry about losing their jobs or not having enough money to raise the baby. Thus, through this way, the young couples will be more willing to have children as they do not have to worry about their jobs or whether they have the ability to raise the child.
—Ruoqing (25)]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345308 In what ways can young people help to enrich the lives of the elderly?( Mrs Raghesh qn ) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345309 One way in which young people can help to enrich the lives of the elderly is by hosting a voluntary event which hopes to widen the elderly's knowledge on technology. Volunteers will be teaching the elderly how electronic devices such as phones and computers are used. This will help enrich their lives as they will be able to communicate with their friends online, which is more convenient. Instead of going outdoors to pass time, the elderly can go online and watch dramas or play games.
-Charis

]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345309 What can government do to encourage people to have children? English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345310 Government can provide aid in childcare finances. The fees for babies basic needs and even school fees have increased so drastically over the years. This is one of the many reasons that a couple would not want to have children. For example, government can provide cash bonuses, childcare subsidies, parenthood and childcare leave. They even subsidies the hefty cost of fertility treatment. Furthermore, the government can also subsidies the children’s school fees. With all these aid from the governments, parents would not be pressurized by the unbearable amount of bills that are used for their children. This, but subsidizing money and providing financial aid to families that have children, it will encourage people to have children.
-junyi]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345310 Angeline English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345311 Number of elderly doubled from 2000-2015]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345311 Jx English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345312 Governments are doing their best to combat the problem]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345312 Palves(34) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345313 The Ageing polpulation affects the government

]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345313 Craven English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345314 There are many initiatives taken by the government to help the elderly]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345314 Ashlyn English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345315 Immigrants in Singapore help to combat the problem of the shrinking workforce ]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345315 Michelle(22) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345316 Government implemented many ways to increase fertility rates]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345316 Melvin(28 English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345317 The Ageing population is increasing the tax rate on the workforce]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345317 Andria English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345318 The government is trying to solve the problem of an increasing Ageing population by launching two projects.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345318 Yuankun(26) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345319 If a society putting more into pensions , cause other rates of investment decreases. Government is increasing incentives for newborns. ]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345319 Fibbra and Tracia English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345320 There are some industries that help the elderly survive inde]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345320 Wan Qing English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345321 Too many elderly can affect the society badly ]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345321 Jazlene and Janice English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345322 An Ageing population affects the economy due to lower productivity rate.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345322 Yukendran and yi yong English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345323 I found out more about the silver industry ]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345323 Ramya & WZ English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345324 I learnt about the silver industry]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345324 Charis and jamie English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345325 The government actually has responses to counter the ageing population and the decreasing number of workers]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345325 Thousands of elderly in America are dying annually.How can we help them rehabilitate there? English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345326 V.logganesh(35)]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345326 Yuxi English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345327 I understand what is silver industry

]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345327 Darr English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345328 The high infertility rate caused many problems in society]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345328 Eunice English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345329 The increase in the number of elderly prompts the government to raise the retirement age.

]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345329 The elderly are extremely fragile and emotional. Singapore is facing an increasingly ageing population and this results in a strain on its financial resources English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345330 V.log Ganesh(35)

]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345330 Angeline English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345332 The elderly usually feel lonely. ]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345332 Ashlyn English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345333 Singapore is an Ageing population

]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345333 English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345334 Eunice
Singapore has a growing population of elderly. The government is finding ways to increase the birth rate in the country.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345334 Rafiah English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345335 The elderly population in Singapore is increasing rapidly. The rate of newborn babies are not as high as the elderly which is a disadvantage in the future.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345335 Lucas English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345336 we need to support more old people in a more effective way]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345336 English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345337 The elderly feel abandoned by their own family -Joan ]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345337 Junxiang English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345338 An elderly population is bad for the country, at least for the economy.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345338 Andria English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345339 Elderly are being abandoned in homes because they require too much energy and time...]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345339 Jun Yi (16) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345340 The elderly needs our company]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345340 Charis(4) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345341 One impact of the greying population is to increase taxes of working population.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345341 Li chin English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345342 The Ageing rate has surpassed the birth rate.

]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345342 Siwei ( 21 ) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345343 They need more support from their children.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345343 Jamie English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345344 The population in Singapore consists of more elderly than youngsters, and that number is increasing quickly as of late.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345344 Christy (6) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345345 Singapore’s increasing ageing population leads to many ill effects on the society.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345345 Valerie (24) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345346 The elderly need more facilities catered to their needs.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345346 Michelle(22) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345347 The ageing population has been increasing rapidly throughout the years.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345347 Yuankun(26) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345348 The increase of elderly population reduces a country's prodctivity and rate of newborn. ]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345348 Yong tat (36) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345349 Some Singaporeans send their parents or grandparents to the elderly home.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345349 Celine English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345350 I know that there is an increasing population of elderly in Singapore . ]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345350 Kai Jun English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345351 There is an increasing number of elderly abandoned by their children due to them being a burden.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345351 Craven English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345352 The elderly receive a lot of support from the government.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345352 Ramysri English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345353 Singapore has an increasing number of ageing population.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345353 Kelmen English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345354 The government does a good job taking care of elderly.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345354 Weizer English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345355 Singapore has an increasing number of Ageing population.

]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345355 Melvin English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345356 The growing population of the elderly is a growing problem in singapore]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345356 Aarthi English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345357 Elderly are emotional people who need extra care.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345357 Fibbra English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345358 Elderly increasing in SG]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345358 Jazlene English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345359 The ageing population in Singapore is increasing rapidly.]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345359 Yi Yong English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345360 Increasing population of elderly and decreasing population of children

]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345360 V.logganesh English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345361 How can we effectively support old people?

]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345361 Rafiah English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345362 Is the ageing population taken care of since they are being neglected?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345362 English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345363 Eunice
What are the ways in which we can ensure the elderly will feel welcome despite our busy schedules?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345363 Ashlyn English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345364 How can we ensure that the future generation wouldn't abandon their elderly parents ?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345364 Jun Yi (16) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345365 How to make the elderly not feel like they are outcasted by people?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345365 English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345366 How can we encourage the young generations to care for the elderl? -Joan]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345366 Lucas English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345367 How can we improve the lives of the ageing population?

]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345367 Andria English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345368 How to resolve the increasing ageing population in Singapore?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345368 jx English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345369 How do we get the young adults to have more babies?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345369 Christy (6) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345371 What are some ways the government can resolve singapore's increasing Ageing population?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345371 Siwei (21) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345372 I want to know how we can care for them more. ]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345372 Valerie (24) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345373 How can we better care for the elderly and allow them to still feel involved in our society?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345373 Li Chin English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345374 How can we give more support to the elderly in need?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345374 Charis English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345375 Is the government's response effective ?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345375 Michelle(22) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345376 How can we effectively use elderly in productive ways?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345376 Yong tat English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345377 What are some ways to convince Singaporeans not to abandon their parents or grandparents at the elderly home? ]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345377 Jamie English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345378 Is there a way to enhance the productivity of the younger generation in order to maintain the overall productivity of the country]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345378 Celine English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345379 How can we cater to the elderly needs in terms of transport?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345379 Kai Jun English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345380 How do we care for elderly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . That doesn't make them feel deserted]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345380 Yuankun(26) English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345381 What are some ways government can provide guarantee for the elderly?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345381 Craven English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345382 How do we make the most out of the elderly so that they are efficient to the nation?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345382 Ramyasri English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345383 How to ensure that the elderly will be taken care of properly?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345383 Kelmen English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345384 What age must you be to be considered an elderly]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345384 Aarthi English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345385 Who is the world's oldest person? What type of lifestyle is that person living?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345385 Melvin English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345386 How do we provide more care facilities for the elderly]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345386 Fibbra English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345387 We focus on healthcare but their emotional state matters more?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345387 Jazlene English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345388 How can we ensure the wellbeing of the elderly?]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345388 Yi Yong English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345389 How do we make sure that we will be able to provide for the elderly more efficiently

]]> 2020-07-04 12:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/647345389 English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/662591378 2020-07-26 06:05:15 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/662591378 Build On English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/662591422 2020-07-26 06:05:29 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/662591422 Present Alternatives English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/662591541 2020-07-26 06:06:01 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/662591541 Raise a Question English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/662591599 2020-07-26 06:06:17 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/662591599 Homework English_MrsRaghesh https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/662591767 2020-07-26 06:07:09 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/662591767 charmaine https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667838117 there are special benefits for elderly as well , for example , supermarkets have a day dedicated for elderly to buy their necessities at a cheaper cost. ]]> 2020-08-03 07:47:14 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667838117 charmaine https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667838830 although government provided much help for the elderlies, some elderly are neglected as well. for eg, they are burdened by the high cost of living , hence unable to gain access to basic necessities such as healthcare. ]]> 2020-08-03 07:48:59 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667838830 charmaine https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667839680 what are some ways to make the elderly feel more involved in / part of the society and not be outcasted?]]> 2020-08-03 07:51:13 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667839680 Xin Yao https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667850952 - some other issues that elderlies face

1) ageism

> One prominent form of ageism is perceiving the elderly as less productive and less innovative workers.

> Those aged 59 and above form the highest population of the long-term unemployed (Ministry Of Manpower , 2017)

> Another example is the Not In My Backyard (NIMBY) syndrome which manifested in resistance towards the construction of nursing homes and elder care facilities near residential estates in the heartlands.

2) Nursing homes
> Bed shortage in nursing home is an immediate concern due to the rising demand for needing to join nursing homes (caused by children abandoning their parents). manpower shortage is also acute within the industry as the job of taking care of elderlies in nursing homes is unpopular among singaporeans.
> about 12,000 of singapore’s elderly are living in about 70 bruising homes in singapore (Lien Foundation , 2013)

]]> 2020-08-03 08:22:21 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667850952 Xin Yao https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667852129 not every elderly is eligible for financial assistance due to estranged relationships , income gaps , linguistic barriers and the complexity of the schemes ,. some may also have high medical expenses despite the available schemes provided. ]]> 2020-08-03 08:25:59 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667852129 Xin Yao https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667852645 What are some other methods Singapore can do to provide financial assistance to the elderly in Singapore?]]> 2020-08-03 08:27:32 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667852645 Xin Yao (14) https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667855180 Le Min’s Question (in the video) : Some people feel that the elderly are a burden to society. Do you agree?

My Answer: I strongly disagree with the statement as I believe that the elderly are not a burden to our society and are instead a resource to society. Firstly , the elderly are like walking dictionaries / museums. They possess a great deal of old world knowledge and level of expertise unknown to the younger generation. They also posses the knowledge from real-life experiences , situations and customs that can help kay the path in an effort to maintain honourable values within our current culture. On another note , they also used to take care of us. (for example , grandparents take care of younger generation / their grandkids when the parents of the child is busy). The older generation also contributed a lot to the society during their working years in which they contributed to taxes and put in money towards social security to help stimulate the economy. Thus , I strongly disagree with the statement that people are a burden to society.]]> 2020-08-03 08:35:26 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667855180 Kelly liou https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667855545 How to promote elderly and children to work in harmony despite age gap?]]> 2020-08-03 08:36:37 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667855545 Kelly liou https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667857859 The proportion of retirees who applied for short- to medium-term assistance from the Community Care (ComCare) Endowment Fund increased from 9.9 per cent in 2012 to 12.9 per cent last year. This happened because they are unable to cope with today's standard of living .]]> 2020-08-03 08:43:47 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667857859 Kelly liou https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667858190 Married couples should try to stay with their parentsbecause it could be dangerous to leave two elderly alone at home . For example , my grandmother fell down when there was only my grandfather at home with her . There was no one able to help her and they can only wait until an ambulance came . Hence, it is important for someone in the household with the ability to care for them if they have health problems. ]]> 2020-08-03 08:44:55 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667858190 Sania https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667881478 Moreover, the government has introduced Passion cards for our pioneer citizens and subsidies on their daily spendings. From using to as an ezlink card to gaining points in stores such as Giant and Cold Storage (4% rebate). These subsidies provided has brought more convenience to their lives and make carrying out their daily tasks more manageable and less hectic (esp carrying money) ]]> 2020-08-03 09:53:16 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667881478 Jady https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667884655 The elderly are often seen as needy, an

useless and more than quite often are unappreciated but they are actually quite independent and without them ,we would not live in such a developed country today . They have raised families and endured the stresses of work but have also built our country from the ground up. However, why is it that they are seen as useless now? We are just not realising that they are human too, maybe we have always seen them as the pillars that hold up our society, forever strong and unmoving, but when faced with reality, we find that they are truly human, susceptible to disease, weakness and frailty. Therefore, we should treat these people as they should be ,not as an unmoving force, but as humans do give up your seat on the bus and stop scorning the aged.

]]> 2020-08-03 10:05:14 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667884655 Jady https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667884848 Do youths spend enough time with their grandparents?]]> 2020-08-03 10:05:59 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667884848 Jady https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667885028 The aged require support more and more as the population increases.]]> 2020-08-03 10:06:38 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667885028 Jady https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667886932 Do youths spend enough time with their grandparents?

No, youths are usually distant from their grandparents due to generation gaps and language barriers. This results in an estranged relationship in the family and and less bonded family. Finding common hobbies or going on family outings can allow youths to connect with their elders through the new experiences that they go through together. Family members should cherish each other to build a comforting home environment.

]]> 2020-08-03 10:12:12 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667886932 Sania https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667888366 What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of having a growing elderly generation?]]> 2020-08-03 10:17:26 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667888366 Alvis alvisoh04 https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667914411 Despite the constant efforts that the government had done to help the elderly, it is statistically proven that the help provided is not enough.For example ,many elderly are still unable to get basic necessities. Some elderly live be themselves and are unable to pay for electrical bills and some even cannot afford to buy food and have to go out to the society to beg singaporeans for money.]]> 2020-08-03 11:33:23 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667914411 Alvis alvisoh04 https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667915557 What can Singaporeans do to ensure that all elderly in Singapore have their needs met?]]> 2020-08-03 11:36:19 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667915557 Alvis alvisoh04 https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667919544 What are some skills that elderly should learn?
Some elderly have already reached their 60s and 70s and think that learning new skills is a waste of their time.However ,learning new skills to enrich their remaining of their healthy lives can be beneficial to them and also allow them to live life with no regrets.Some skills may be learning how to use technology.Technology has constantly improve and advanced over the years and the elderly should definitely catch on to it.Learning skills like how to shop online,how to make use of social media,how to play games online can make their lives more wonderful.For example, schools can work work with students, to bring their grandparents to school and learn how to use technology. Some elderly may feel shy to learn them ,but with their grandchildren helping and involved in the activities,i believe that elderly will have much fun and laughter when their trying to learn how to use technology.]]> 2020-08-03 11:44:51 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667919544 Claire https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667931000 Some elderly do still continue to work in order to support their families, despite having low wage jobs. Moreover, some elderly actually want to work for the sake of it as they would not want to feel stuck at home/nursing home wasting their life away.

]]> 2020-08-03 12:08:45 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667931000 Elliston https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667935728 I know that in Singapore we are facing a very serious problem which is ageing population and Singapore is also ensuring that the contribution of elderly to the nation is appreciated. Singapore government ensure that the healthcare cost for those who have Pioneer generation card and merdeka generation card will be affordable. For example, elderly who have the cards are able to see the doctor and receive the medicine at an affordable price.]]> 2020-08-03 12:17:55 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667935728 Elliston https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667939423 I disagree that Singapore has provided enough financial and social support to the elderly. There are still some elderly unable to buy basic needs such as foods and their living conditions are very bad as the government did not encourage more people to volunteer to help the disabled or elderly who have difficulty to move to clean up their house. Singapore government can provide more subsidy for housing to young adults who stayed near their parents home.]]> 2020-08-03 12:23:55 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667939423 Claire https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667941597 Do you think that the ageing population is one of the major problems that the world is facing today?]]> 2020-08-03 12:27:53 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667941597 Camille https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667941831 Singapore has taken steps to minimise intergenerational stresses between the elderly and the younger generation. The Central Provident Fund (CPF) system encourages self-reliance by making each individual responsible for his or her own retirement needs, rather than burdening future generations with ever-increasing taxes. The Government steps in to meaningfully supplement the retirement needs of lower-income Singaporeans. These policies take some of the strain of caring for the old off the shoulders of the young, helping to strengthen family and community bonds. ]]> 2020-08-03 12:28:19 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667941831 Elliston https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667943816 Singapore government is very effective in helping elderly financially. How far do you agree to the statement.]]> 2020-08-03 12:31:18 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667943816 Elliston https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667944698 Singapore government is very effective in helping elderly financially. How far do you agree.
I agree strongly as the government is willing put aside so much money to support the elderly financially in Singapore Budget. The government even gives GST vouchers and utility rebate to elderly. This helps to improve their standard of living as they will be able to buy basic needs due to more money is saved on utility. For example, Singapore government gives $300 to elderly as GST vouchers and they will have rebate in their utility bill for water ,gas and electrical consumption. The government also announced the benefits of Pioneer Generation and merdeka generation such as affordable healthcare. ]]> 2020-08-03 12:32:50 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667944698 Camille https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667945085 Not all elderlies would accept help from the government. There are some elderly who have shut themselves in their homes and grapple with loneliness on their own. Some seniors turn away volunteers who conduct home visits and would just like to spend time alone without interacting much with others as they do not deem the government’s help as beneficial to them. They instead find it a hassle to go to centres like the Touch centre to do day activities as they would rather spend their day watching television at home.

]]> 2020-08-03 12:33:32 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667945085 Camille https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667945827 How do we get the younger generation to show more respect and care to the elderly & let them learn about the contributions that the elderly have done for the country in the 1900s?]]> 2020-08-03 12:34:45 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667945827 pei lin https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667950085 For the merdeka generation, elderlies are able to get 2 to 3 percent off from shopping groceries. ]]> 2020-08-03 12:40:34 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667950085 pei lin https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667953585 what are some of the skills elderly should know?
- advanced IT courses so that they will be in the circle and would not be left out from the society.
- cooking. elderlies who still have the ability to cook should continue cooking or even pass down recipe. they can cook healthy food for not only themselves but also for their family members.
- a common language. to overcome the language barrier between generations. ]]> 2020-08-03 12:45:35 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667953585 Claire https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667954280 The ageing population is certainly a problem in Singapore. In 2019, the percentage of citizens that are above 65 years old are about 10.8 p percent and it is projected to increase to 24 percent by 2030. Moreover, the cost of living in Singapore is one of the highest in the world, which is why the birth rates in Singapore are decreasing as parents would either not be financially stable enough to have more children or prefer to focus on their only child. So, with the decreasing number of birth rates and an increasing number of elderly, the ageing population is definitely a problem in Singapore as future generations may not be able to support the elderly. For example, the taxes that citizens have to pay will increase to ensure that facilities like nursing homes are able to maintain themselves. However, although this may be a major problem in the future in Singapore, it may not be the same for the rest of the world. As said before, Singapore has one of the highest cost of living, and it surely contributes to other rising problems in the economy. Moreover, I think us Singaporeans are very work-driven and independent, so we have this mindset that taking care of our grandparents and parents is a burden. So, if we change this mindset of ours, we wouldn't have to be in such a strain in the future.

]]> 2020-08-03 12:46:47 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667954280 Camille https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667957029 ‘what are some skills that the elderly should learn?’
- i think that learning of new skills depends on the elderly’s personal interest but a skill that would be useful to elderlies would be learning how to use technology, such as laptops and smartphones. Digitisation has slowly but surely seeped into our everyday lives and it would not be long before everything becomes digitalized. For example, at supermarkets today, there are fewer cashiers and more electronic kiosks, and not all kiosks can accept cash. The elderly would need to learn to interact with these screens on an daily basis. Thus ,learning how to use technology would be a great help to the elderly as it would allow them to keep up with the times and not worry about how to use online payment all the time when going out to places that are more high end and do not accept cash anymore. ]]> 2020-08-03 12:50:27 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667957029 pei lin https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667958338 is it true that the elderly leave a very happy life in SG ?

no. there are elderlies selling tissue and doing odd jobs for monet at an old age. never retire!]]> 2020-08-03 12:52:26 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667958338 Dale dalemichaelnisaypunzalan https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667958786 There are many other ways that the government has also helped the elderlyan such as having an additional $14.1 billion to be set aside to give pioneer and Merdeka generations seniors greater peace of mind for their healthcare needs. Pioneer and Merdeka Generation seniors enjoy, among other benefits, more MediSave top-ups, additional MediShield Life Premium subsidies, and additional subsidies for outpatient care at polyclinics, public Specialist Outpatient Clinics and Community Health Assist Scheme (CHAS) clinics.]]> 2020-08-03 12:53:19 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667958786 pei lin https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667959261 after retirement, not all elderlies are able to enjoy a happy life. They are elderlies selling tissue packets and doing jobs at an old age. This shows that the government is not doing enough for the ageing population even though the government has come up with schemes like CPF. The elderlies are not ale to afford for themselves after retirement. hence, government is not doing enough for the ageing population. ]]> 2020-08-03 12:54:06 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667959261 Cheeseng https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667963293 i will like to build on the fact that elderly today are not getting enough care and support .However to resolve this issue we need to view on what lead to problems face by elderly today.For example,some family issues (abandoning of elderly due to stress and pressure to take care of them)]]> 2020-08-03 12:59:40 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667963293 Dale dalemichaelnisaypunzalan https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667965546 The government has not been able provide enough help to the elderly for them to be able to live a happy and easy life as the schemes and benefits that they provided doesn't help all the elderly. This leads to the elderly having to still work for money when they are at their most tired state just to be able to afford money for rent,food and bills and this also can be seen through the conditions that some elderlys are living in at their blocks and houses.]]> 2020-08-03 13:02:47 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667965546 Cheeseng https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667966049 You had mentioned the Dos that government , society and students can do to help elderly.However what about they themselves what can thsey do to reloef their boreness and loneliness.]]> 2020-08-03 13:03:29 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667966049 Dale dalemichaelnisaypunzalan https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667967010 How can today's society contribute in helping the financial needs of the elderly?]]> 2020-08-03 13:04:35 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667967010 Divya https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667996305 What other changes today's society can do to make a better world for the elderly]]> 2020-08-03 13:30:36 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/667996305 Divya https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668000648 Government can provide jobs for elederly so that they will be able to live on their own and dont need depand much on their children . Simple jobs will allow them actively participate in it.]]> 2020-08-03 13:34:41 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668000648 Justin https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668037287 I'd like to add on that we could volunteer to help the elderly, especially those who face challenges, with their basic needs such as collecting food for them, feeding them, or just help them to get from one place to another. This would also allow them to feel less lonely, which would help aid their emotional needs.]]> 2020-08-03 14:12:51 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668037287 Justin https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668041866 You've mentioned that learning some of the dialects of the elderly would help ease the communication between us and the elderly. I do agree with you that it'll be helpful to convey your words. However, I think that many wouldn't not be motivated enough to do so as it is like learning another language. However, schools could teach the students the basic words/phrases of the dialect whenever there are VIA contribution regarding the elderly to encourage the students to learn it. That way, it would be easier for us students to converse with the elderly.]]> 2020-08-03 14:17:25 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668041866 Justin https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668050602 The youths of today does not spend enough time with the elderly. How far do you agree with this statement?]]> 2020-08-03 14:24:51 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668050602 Xin Yun https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668115098 Elderlies faced health issues such as heart disease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes which are among the most common and costly chronic health conditions causing two-thirds of deaths each year. It may also be expensive for the elderlies to pay their medical bills even though it is already subsidised by the government. ]]> 2020-08-03 15:25:10 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668115098 Yen Pin https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668119182 It is important that we show our care and empathy towards our elderly. Firstly, with proper attentive and respectful care, you can ensure that they retain their dignity and independence during the latter stages of life. Secondly, talking to them we can learn from their experiences, you can also learn from their knowledge and stories as well. Lastly, working with the elderly gives you a valuable insight into the ageing process on what’s to come, giving you an opportunity to think about what matters most to you in life and how you will look after yourself as well as them.]]> 2020-08-03 15:29:47 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668119182 Yen Pin https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668126102 Some say that the elderly do not feel that they are well taken care of. From research, it was found that many elderlies are taken care by caregivers, this have caused the cases of elderlies being mistreated by their caretakers. How do you feel about this? What can we do to prevent this from happening?]]> 2020-08-03 15:37:03 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668126102 Yen Pin https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668131052 Some elderly feels that they are very drifted from their family as they lack the knowledge and expertise to use some of the modern devices. What can we do to be more inclusive?]]> 2020-08-03 15:41:56 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668131052 Yen Pin https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668135707 How can we motivate and encourage our seniors to take up more skills?

First, we have to drive them to be goal-orientated. Being goal-orientated allows them to have a sense of purpose, pride in accomplishment and instill motivation.

Secondly, we have to affirm them for their efforts. This enhances one's self-esteem and uplifts the spirit. With more self-esteem, our seniors can do tasks assigned to them more confidently and with greater pride.

Lastly, educate them on why the skills learn will be useful and necessary. Many cognitively active older adults want to feel a sense of usefulness, even if their physical functions are limited. Equipping them with such knowledge and skills allows them to continue be relevant in the future.]]> 2020-08-03 15:46:24 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668135707 Justine https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668510006
Singapore has an increasing ageing population.
By 2030, one in five Singaporeans will be over 65. Since the inception of the “Many Helping Hands” approach in 1982, the government has introduced an array of policies and funding structures to accommodate our rapidly ageing population, starting in the family before diffusing out to the state. Here are analyses and studies on these eldercare policies.
eg.
SENIORS' MOBILITY AND ENABLING FUND. ...

ENHANCEMENT FOR ACTIVE SENIORS. ...

CAREGIVERS TRAINING GRANT. ...

ELDERSHIELD. ...

FOREIGN DOMESTIC WORKER GRANT. ...

FOREIGN DOMESTIC WORKER LEVY CONCESSION. ...

PIONEER GENERATION DISABILITY ASSISTANCE SCHEME.

]]> 2020-08-03 23:07:03 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668510006 Justine https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668510578 What are some ways to raise awareness in our society to aid elderly?]]> 2020-08-03 23:08:06 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668510578 Justine https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668512859 I feel as though Singapore still has to work harder to provide sufficient help towards the elderly. This is because in many instances, the elderly may be isolating themselves ( Social Isolation) which is a common problem. Some elderly also do not want to burden their children and there is even a relative poverty rising among the working elderly. ]]> 2020-08-03 23:12:13 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/668512859 Xu Hui https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/669055238 I would like to build on a social way to help the elderly. I think young people can extend a helping hand and a keen listening ear to the elderly in their neighbourhood or in their households. This can improve relations between young people and the elderly.]]> 2020-08-04 14:03:55 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/669055238 Xu Hui https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/669063235 I think some elderly take joy in working even in their later stages of life and the government provides sufficient care for them. This is contrary to the belief that they work to solely support themselves financially.]]> 2020-08-04 14:10:49 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/669063235 Xu Hui https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/669068725 How can schools further stress to students the importance of maintaining a close relationship with the elderly?]]> 2020-08-04 14:15:42 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/669068725 Willy https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/669176376 In 2019, the labor force participation rate of Singapore residents aged 65 years and above was at 28.7 percent. The labor force participation rate for this age group had been increasing in the last ten years, as Singapore faces an ageing population with longer life expectancies. Many residents are increasingly facing the need to work longer or re-enter the workforce after retirement in order to support themselves]]> 2020-08-04 15:47:28 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/669176376 willy https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/669197517 I do not think that the Singaporean government has provided enough help for the elderly. This is evident as the elderly are seen often working in fast food restaurants, as cleaners and selling tissue paper to earn money so that they can afford basic necessities. Despite the government implementing schemes such as CPF.]]> 2020-08-04 16:05:49 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/669197517 Willy https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/669202371 How can the elderly be included in society?]]> 2020-08-04 16:10:10 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/669202371 andrea https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/670027782 Singapore has an ageing population and with this also poses many other issues relating to labor markets and government taxes. it also adds unnecessary pressure to the current working population to meet the added demands of the working population. because of the increase of the ageing population in Singapore, governments have to now set aside more money and funding to take care of the elderly in areas like healthcare. ]]> 2020-08-05 11:32:56 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/670027782 sharmaine sharkyang23 https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/670078686 singaporeans can help the elderly by being more understanding and aware of their needs. Being considerate goes a long way, like being gracious on public transport or in long queues. We should understand that the elderly are in the sense more needy and hence require more assistance and care. ]]> 2020-08-05 12:54:49 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/670078686 sharmaine sharkyang23 https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/670079912 are the elderlies wholly reliant on others (children/government) for help, or are they also able to provide for themselves and live independently. what are their preferences when it comes to this.]]> 2020-08-05 12:56:26 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/670079912 sharmaine sharkyang23 https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/670082001 how can we as singaporeans be more empathetic / raise awareness on bejng empathetic towards the elderly in our society?]]> 2020-08-05 12:59:01 UTC https://padlet.com/english_mrsraghesh/gk8nzdo09w12eus8/wish/670082001