Elderly workers

Japan centenarian population surpasses 100,000 as welfare costs rise

The tally has risen sharply over the decades, from just 153 centenarians when records began in 1963 and around 10,000 in 1998.

Who notices when an elderly neighbour goes silent?

A senior’s safety net is only as strong as its capacity to notice and act when the ordinary rhythm of life stops, says the writer. Seniors assessed as vulnerable could be offered a consent-based contact plan setting out who might check in, how often and what should happen after an unexplained missed contact.

Tower Transit trials programme to help older bus drivers transition into other roles

Mr Alex Poon, 74, guiding his younger colleague Mr Mohammad Zulhilmi Arif, 28, in conducting routine checks on a bus at Bulim Bus Depot.

What does the Middle East conflict have to do with South Korea’s seniors?

Rising petroleum prices caused by the war have again sparked debates over South Korea's policy of providing free subway rides for senior citizens.

City Plaza gunning for third time lucky with $970m collective sale attempt, hoping for CDL support

Zoned for commercial use, City Plaza sits on a 13,146 sq m site, with gross floor area of 33,781 sq m..

Back to school: More universities in Japan offering courses for seniors

Rikkyo Second Stage College launched a one-year general course for people aged 50 or older to return to study and take on fresh challenges.

Japan start-up expands ‘granny business’ to put elderly women to work

Ukiha no Takara (Ukiha’s Treasure), based in the Fukuoka Prefecture city of Ukiha, draws on skills accumulated over decades.

100-year-old doctor in Japan still practises medicine with no intention to retire

At 100 years old, Dr Teru Kasamatsu continues to see outpatients three days a week at Kasamatsu Hospital in Japan.

Commentary

People in their 50s shouldn’t feel there is no career runway left

Ageism is not just about lost jobs. It chips away at dignity, self-worth and belonging, says the writer.

Forum: Poor design can make jobs tougher for older workers

When designing any work process or facility, look at it through the eyes of the people doing the work, says the writer.

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