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Welcome Message

Greetings to all members!

Yet another work year is soon drawing to a close. It has been a quiet but nonetheless busy year for the Council as we discussed and brainstormed on a few key issues related to the work of the Society. The Society was founded in 1986 with the aim of helping people understand gerontology, or simply put, the science of ageing. Our purpose still remains very relevant today but perhaps what needs relooking at is the how and what we do to achieve our mission.

This is our 2nd year participating in the Policy Analysis Exercise (PAE) conference organized by the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy. The topic we gave was Policy Options for Addressing Long Term Care Financing in Singapore. A summary of the fi ndings is published in this bulletin. (For full report visit www.gs.org.sg)

The coming AGM has been scheduled on 18 August, 1.00pm at the Lifelong Learning Institute. We welcome and encourage all members to contribute ideas for the activities next year. Immediately after the AGM, we have a symposium, chaired by A/P Thang Leng Leng, titled “ Ageing Well - Singapore Style”. Looking forward to seeing all of you there!

Tristan Gwee
President (Ag)