/articles/bowling-seniors-over-kinect-technology
Senior activity centre's Xbox 360 bowling sessions draw about 40 participants weekly
Mr Eng Ah Tee, 74, stared intently at three bowling pins on the television screen in front of him.
…
/articles/no-more-hazards-no-more-falls-mum
Preventive steps, such as clearing potential hazards at home, help keep older people safe
Getting up after a fall can be difficult, especially for older people.
For them, the risk and…
/articles/new-fitness-test-helps-seniors-work-out-best-exercise
Every other day, Mr Richard Lim lifts 5kg dumbbells 100 times and does 100 push-ups. But he is no young man pushing himself hard at the gym. He is 77 years old and works out at home.
"I am the…
/articles/cut-out-these-dementia-risk-factors
Dementia prevalence has been increasing in Singapore.
In 2005, there were roughly 22,000 dementia sufferers aged 65 and above. This number is set to hit 187,000 by 2050.
These figures from…
/articles/war-diabetes-fitness-interest-groups-rise
Housewife Jurainah Yusof, 45, was never really partial to exercise until she discovered the fun of working out with other women.
Now, she goes to an aqua or water workout session twice every…
/articles/green-urbanism-and-mental-health
Interacting with natural enviroments can reduce stress, anxiety and depression. Giving people access to the natural environment could yield important benefits for the "mental capital" of a city…
/articles/7-ways-improve-your-memory
Sleeping well, taking breaks or even having an active social life may help in maintaining cognitive function
1. SLEEP ON IT
Sleeping well helps reinforce episodic memories - those associated…
/articles/what-do-when-your-children-finally-leave-home
An Empty Nest
Empty nest syndrome is the feeling of loss or sadness when your kids leave home or move out to start a new family.
It’s a complex feeling. On one hand you are happy for…
/articles/special-needs-and-ageing-well-part-3
Have you ever wondered what the concerns of ageing parents of an adult with special needs might be?
In this final of a three-part series titled Special Needs and Ageing Well, we discuss…
/articles/special-needs-and-ageing-well-part-1
Concerns about ageing
Have you ever wondered what the concerns of ageing parents of an adult with special needs might be?
Many COH clients are already over 40 and their parents are…
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/articles/dialysis-centre-marsiling-boon-patients-area
Kidney patient Lau Heng Ing, 61, used to visit a dialysis centre in Woodlands three times a week.
Each trip took half an hour, the housewife said in Mandarin.
"A round trip would take…
/7-dimensions/reboot-vour-life-after-retirement
Contrary to popular belief, retirement does not mark the end of a productive, participatory life. Our work life does not solely define who we are. A new lease of life starts with the embarkation of…
/7-dimensions/alls-well-when-youre-vocationally-well
No matter what age you are at, you will be happiest and healthiest when you find a vocation that aligns with your personal values, interests and beliefs, lead a purpose-driven life and maintain a…
/7-dimensions/giving-receive
Keep your mind sharp and contribute to society through volunteerism
Life is not quite the same now that you are retired.
Instead of chasing deadlines at work, you are trying to keep up with…
/7-dimensions/purpose-filled-life-third-age
Engaging in meaningful endeavours can bring joy to yourself and others
As we grow older, many of us yearn for more meaning in what we do. We can find fulfilment in our careers by committing…
/7-dimensions/love-what-you-do-do-what-you-love
The secret to fulfilment lies in contentment. Anything is possible is your mantra. For seniors who reach 50 and beyond, actively seeking meaningful work becomes important to gaining personal…
/7-dimensions/volunteering
A meaningful vocation
Volunteering promotes sharing and serving for the benefit of another person and the community. In return, you will be rewarded with an increased sense of well-being…
/7-dimensions/tired-or-retired-plan-new-vocation-part-2
Once you have envisioned the ideal, start to deal with the practicalities.
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Once you have envisioned the ideal, start to deal with the practicalities. Include all the basics…
/7-dimensions/tired-or-retired-plan-new-vocation-part-1
You only live once and your lifetime is a unique opportunity.
Definition
Vocational Wellness refers to the ability to gain personal satisfaction from our endeavours - be it a career or voluntary work…
/7-dimensions/seven-secrets-ageing-well
For baby boomers approaching midlife, turning 50 can mean ushering the new 40 with the promise of exciting times ahead. Add modern technology and superfoods to the lifestyle equation, and your senior…
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