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Report of the Committee on the problems of the aged
Corporate AuthorMinistry of Health, Singapore
PublisherMinistry of Health, Singapore, 1984
Pages54 pp
KeywordsOlder people ; Social characteristics [elderly] ; Social policy ; Singapore.
AnnotationIn Singapore, far from being a burden, older people must be recognised as possessing experience, skill, knowledge, talent, and wisdom. The Committee recommends adoption of a national policy aimed at keeping very old person physically and mentally fit and active, and so retain normal living arrangements for as long as possible. The following areas are examined: employment; financial security; health and recreational needs; social services and institutional care; and family relations.
Accession NumberCPA-970716216 P
ClassmarkB: F: TM2: 7XD *

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