Ageing is often associated with a decrease in independence, but new technology is helping the elderly cope better with challenges, allowing them to continue living at home safely and comfortably instead of having to go to a care home. This is especially important as the old-age support ratio here has been on a steady decline: There were nine residents aged 20 to 64 years to one over 65 in 2000 but that has almost halved to 5.1 to one last year. Felicia Choo looks at the experiences of three seniors.
Ageing is often associated with a decrease in independence, but new technology is helping the elderly cope better with challenges, allowing them to continue living at home safely and comfortably instead of having to go to a care home. This is especially important as the old-age support ratio here has been on a steady decline: There were nine residents aged 20 to 64 years to one over 65 in 2000 but that has almost halved to 5.1 to one last year. Felicia Choo looks at the experiences of three seniors.