Pek Kio: Beyond The Market
It may not be as well known as many of Singapore’s communities, but Pek Kio holds its own on the charm front. From its eclectic architecture to its famous market, this is a corner of Singapore well worth exploring.
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It may not be as well known as many of Singapore’s communities, but Pek Kio holds its own on the charm front. From its eclectic architecture to its famous market, this is a corner of Singapore well worth exploring.
In land-scarce Singapore, it is important to break down the myths about burial, cremation and columbaria so you can make an informed choice on your final resting place.
Micro-jobs like delivering packets of food are now being piloted at some active ageing centres. These won’t be enough for a senior to make a living – and nor should they.
Sembawang’s distance from town is also its allure for those living in other parts of the island. The mix of old-world charm and architecture with wide open spaces is a step back to a quieter time as William Timmermann discovers.
Gerontology professors from Singapore’s tertiary institutions explain why tackling an ageing population requires a whole-of-society approach.
This silver couple has run their cactus farm in Sungei Tengah since 1996. Find out how nurturing The Glass Garden and its prickly flora have kept their fires burning for over 27 years.
Eldex Asia has brought together interesting products and services as we prepare for the growing silver wave. SilverStreak has been in the thick of the action!
Though ‘retirement’ isn’t in Koh Chieng Mun’s dictionary, Singlish most definitely is. The 64-year-old comedienne’s Singaporean identity anchors most of her roles, all the way from her iconic portrayal of Dolly in 90s sitcom Under One Roof, to her latest production, Por Por’s Big Fat Surprise Wedding, opening on 8 November.
Waterways Watch Society founder Eugene Heng has spent the last 25 years cleaning up Singapore’s waterways and educating its citizens with a core group of volunteers, many of whom are silvers.
The exhibitors come from other Asian ageing hubs like Japan, Taiwan, Korea and beyond.
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