30/12/2025
Singapore is becoming a super-aging society by 2026, and many seniors are quietly carrying worries that often go unseen. Stephanie Chan, our Clinical Psychologist, recently shared insights on what our seniors in Singapore are most concerned about, and how we can support them with more empathy and connection.
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Many seniors long for purpose after retirement. Stephanie shared that having time for hobbies, or passing down their skills, helps them feel valued and still connected to society. Loneliness is not just about being alone, itโs about feeling unseen.
๐ฎ. ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ฎ๐ป๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ & ๐น๐ผ๐๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐ฑ๐ถ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป
Entering their 60s and beyond, some seniors start questioning their worth: โIs this all my life amounts to?โ Even with more free time, not knowing how to use it meaningfully can leave them feeling lost. Stephanie emphasised the importance of helping seniors plan for fulfilment, not just retirement.
๐ฏ. ๐ช๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฎ๐ฏ๐ผ๐๐ ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ถ๐ฟ ๐ฐ๐ต๐ถ๐น๐ฑ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ป
Many older adults continue to hold emotional stress about their childrenโs wellbeing, even in their later years. One simple, powerful thing we can all do? Notice them. A small chat, a smile, or acknowledging their presence can help them feel like they still matter in our community.
As we head into a super-aging Singapore, supporting our seniors starts with small daily acts of connection. Letโs make space for them to feel seen, valued, and included. ๐