SOCIETY | Why are S’pore’s elderly still dying alone, undiscovered for weeks?

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Studies have shown that social support is a key protective factor for older adults, helping to buffer them against stressful life events. ST PHOTO: KUA CHEE SIONG

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Undetected deaths will become more salient as S’pore’s population ages and household sizes shrink. Family members and the community must look after vulnerable seniors in their midst, with technology as a useful aid.

Grace Ho

Deputy News Editor

Earlier this week, a 68-year-old woman’s decomposing body was discovered in her Housing Board flat after neighbours noticed a foul smell coming from the unit.

A similar case in March involved an 80-year-old deceased woman who lived alone. “I hadn’t seen her for a week. I thought she was away and didn’t turn on the lights at night,” a neighbour told reporters then.

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