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Preparing for an ageing nation
1+ week, 1+ day ago (136+ words) The Star Preparing for an ageing nation FOLLOWING Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri's call for public feedback on the Senior Citizens Bill (Public feedback sought on Senior Citizens Bill, Sunday Star, June 7; online at bit....
Thaksin's next move: family retreat or politics from behind the curtain?
1+ week, 4+ day ago (604+ words) BANGKOK: It is a moment of celebration for the Shinawatra family after Thaksin Shinawatra received a royal pardon on the auspicious occasion of the royal ceremony marking the fourth cycle birthday anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Suthida, changing his status…...
Homeless seniors in the city
2+ week, 3+ day ago (559+ words) PETALING JAYA: The country, which is already transitioning into an "aged nation" by 2030, may be heading towards a bigger social crisis if urgent action is not taken to address the growing number of homeless elderly people. Kechara Soup Kitchen marketing…...
Sassy seniors sizzle and strut for Penang charity
3+ week, 3+ day ago (539+ words) Senior citizens stole the spotlight at a fundraising gala dinner called "Glamparents Show'time" in Penang. The sassy seniors donned colourful outfits for fashion shows, danced and sang for an enthusiastic 500-strong audience. Loud cheers greeted couples who rolled back the…...
Senior Citizens Bill timely as life expectancy, challenges of ageing increase, says Lam Thye
3+ week, 4+ day ago (465+ words) PETALING JAYA: The plan to table a Senior Citizens Bill in Parliament is timely and crucial as Malaysia moves towards becoming an ageing nation, says Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye. The Alliance for a Safe Community chairman said the proposed…...
Revival of debate on driving age limit for senior citizens
3+ week, 4+ day ago (198+ words) The Star | Malaysia Revival of debate on driving age limit for senior citizens ACCORDING to the Department of Statistics Malaysia, our country officially became an ageing nation in 2021 when the demographic of those aged 65 and above reached 7%. Based on current…...
Moving fast for elder care
3+ week, 4+ day ago (444+ words) KUALA LUMPUR: The Senior Citizens Bill will be presented to Parliament within the next six months. Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said the ministry would push for the Bill to be tabled soon, as there…...
Johor increasing activity centres for elderly folk
3+ week, 6+ day ago (401+ words) Public spaces also being fitted with more senior-friendly features such as barrier-free pathways, special toilets and rest areas Johor is strengthening efforts to safeguard the well-being of senior citizens through a wide range of initiatives. "Among key measures is the…...
Senior Citizens Bill to be ready in six months, the elderly cannot afford the wait, says Nancy
3+ week, 5+ day ago (463+ words) Stay signed in to save the points you've earned. Click on the points to redeem your rewards at Nexus before they expire. KUALA LUMPUR: The Woman, Family and Community Development Ministry is pushing to present the Senior Citizen Bill at…...
For 27 years, this Malaysian grandma taught dancing to help seniors stay active
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (931+ words) Helen'Ow, 75, has turned her lifelong love of dancing into a way of life, using it to stay active while also building a close-knit community in Seri Petaling, Kuala Lumpur. For the past 27 years, the septuagenarian has been helping women in…...