What’s Happening at Tsao

Close to $450, 000 raised for seniors in need
The Silver Ball Charity Auction did it again. Over six weeks, big-hearted donors snapped up exquisite auction items, booked up gala dinners at sought-after restaurants or simply donated directly to our fundraising campaign for a good cause. Thank you for your gracious giving and generosity. Every dollar raised will go toward improving the quality of life of older persons in our care.

10 Years On - Enhancing Financial Resilience of SG Women: Evidence of a Longitudinal Study
The International Longevity Centre – Singapore (ILC-S) released a longitudinal study findings on 16 April 2021, reiterating the importance of a financial literacy programme in building the financial resilience of SG women.

SGUnited Skills Programme
Hua Mei Training Academy is offering a new SGUnited Skills Programme for Care and Coordination (Community Eldercare). Specially designed, based on the key essential skillsets identified by our industry partners, this new programme will provide participants with the relevant skillsets as they transit into a new career into the health-social care sector.

In Focus

Position Statement on COVID-19 from ILC-GA
The ILC Global Alliance (ILC-GA) stands in support of the most vulnerable members of society during the pandemic, and released its position statement.
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Older Persons and COVID-19 :- Key Messages from United Nations
The COVID-19 pandemic is causing untold fear and suffering for older people across the world. While the pandemic affects all populations and all age groups, available evidence indicates that older persons are at particularly high risk. The threat to older persons in developing countries is enormous, as public services like health care and social protection will likely be overwhelmed by the virus.
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