What is Age Well SG?

Age Well SG is a national programme led by the Ministry of Health, Ministry of National Development and Ministry of Transport to support seniors to age well in their homes and their communities. It aims to support our seniors to age actively, stay socially connected, and be cared for within their communities.

“Together, we will make Singapore an endearing home for all ages, where seniors can age with dignity and grace, connected with friends and family, and enjoying greater peace of mind.”

- then-Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, National Day Rally, 20 August 2023

The United Nations defines a country as ‘ageing’ if the share of its population aged 65 and above crosses 7%. It is considered ‘aged’ if the share exceeds 14%. Once the share reaches 21%, it is ‘super aged’.

Singapore took only 19 years to go from 'ageing' to 'aged’, and reached this milestone in 2017.
We reached ‘super aged’ status in 2026.
By 2030, 1 in 4 citizens will be aged 65 and above.

Key Features of Age Well SG

Age Well SG offers a comprehensive nationwide transformation across the areas of transport, housing, active ageing and care services to anchor ageing in the community. The programme aims to:

a) Encourage active ageing;

b) Promote senior volunteerism;

c) Strengthen support for seniors with care needs; and

d) Improve our living environment.

To support these changes, the Government has dedicated $3.5B over the next decade to implement Age Well SG.