Photo: The Star 6 May 2011 This picture and the accompanying article “Growing old alone is a sad thought” in the Star last week prompted me to write this blog post. Looking after my mom for the past months after her hip surgery has made me realize that growing old can be very lonely if […]
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The Sunday Star 19 August 2007 Did you know there is a university that caters exclusively to senior citizens aged 50 or above right here in Kuala Lumpur? No? Well, you are not the only one. Up till last week, I had no idea that the only University of the Third Age (U3A) in the
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Source: The Straits Times 6 May 2011 There was a time during my parents generation when you had to slog really hard for years before you made your first million bucks. These days there are short cuts to amassing wealth. You can strike it rich in a lottery, win a game show that offers a
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This video was forwarded to me today for sharing on Seniorsaloud. Mayor Hazel McCallion is truly an inspiring role model for seniors everywhere, especially for our public officials and government leaders. Imagine what Kuala Lumpur would be like if we had a mayor of her calibre. Click here to read more about Mayor “Hurricane” Hazel
The rising cost of living remains a very real concern for everyone, not just the poor. For retirees from the middle-income group, their primary source of funds is their EPF savings, FDs and share dividends. They must keep a close watch on their expenses, and adjust their lifestyle accordingly. They can’t expect to maintain the
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The Sunday Star: 24 April 2011 The letter above highlights the predicament many Malaysians face upon reaching their 55th birthday. They start to worry about their impending retirement. While there may be some who eagerly await their last day at work so they can be boss of their own time, there are others who dread
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If you have set aside some funds for medical contingencies not just for yourself and your children, but also for your elderly parents, give yourself a pat on the back. You are better prepared than probably 90% of your peers. How many of us factor in our elderly parents when we save for our retirement
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Source: The Star 23 April 2011 Take a leaf from LKY’s book of Never-Say-Old quotes. To this statesman, the word ‘old’ doesn’t exist. Not in his life, and certainly not in the coming general elections. The former PM of Singapore and current Minister Mentor is seeking another term in his Tanjong Pagar constituency. He has
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Petronas I think it’s great that companies are now featuring seniors in their print advertisements. About time too. After all, seniors make up an important sector of the market, but have often been neglected in marketing campaigns. Above: Proton Astro Above: Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower & NTUC ING Insurance Amanah Hartanah Bumiputra Time
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