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What is considered old age in Singapore? A multi-faceted perspective

By 2030, approximately one in four Singaporean citizens will be aged 65 or older, a rapid demographic shift that makes the question of **what is considered old age in Singapore** more complex than ever. The answer is not singular, but rather a multi-faceted concept influenced by official policies, social benchmarks, and changing perceptions of longevity and health.

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What is the old age in Singapore?: Understanding the Official and Social Definitions

According to Singapore's Department of Statistics, a person is officially considered elderly at 65 years and over. However, this is just one piece of the puzzle. What is the old age in Singapore depends heavily on the context, from government schemes and benefits to employment regulations, creating a multifaceted definition that evolves with the nation’s changing demographics.

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