Written answer by Ministry of National Development on personal alarms linked to larger healthcare network for HDB's Enhancement for Active Seniors programme

Nov 30, 2022

Mr Yip Hon Weng: To ask the Minister for National Development whether the Ministry will consider including personal alarm systems linked to our senior care centres and the larger healthcare system under HDB's Enhancement for Active Seniors (EASE) programme to enable our seniors greater peace of mind to live independently and safely in the community.

Answer:

Together with MOH and GovTech, HDB has implemented personal alarm systems linked to nearby Active Ageing Centres and a 24/7 helpline at 53 rental blocks with relatively higher concentrations of seniors. This has allowed us to better understand the requirements and resourcing involved in the provision of such systems.

2.       We are reviewing the feedback on the personal alarm systems from current users and service providers, before considering any further expansion to more rental flats, as well as sold flats under the EASE programme. We will keep the Member’s suggestion in mind during our review.

Issued by:    Ministry of National Development

Date         :   30 Nov 2022