Stairs can pose a problem for the elderly while ageing in place. Not all houses can be renovated for ageing. Illustrative photo. --fotoBERNAMA (2024) COPYRIGHT RESERVED
Malaysian Research Institute on Ageing director, Associate Professor Dr Rahimah Ibrahim, spoke about ageing in place at the M Resort Hotel, Kuala Lumpur recently. --fotoBERNAMA (2024) COPYRIGHT RESERVED
A senior citizen decorating her home for Chinese New Year. Experts say ageing in place is best for seniors' mental and physical health. Illustrative photo. --fotoBERNAMA (2024) COPYRIGHT RESERVED
The environment surrounding the homes is also important when trying to age in place. Illustrative photo. --fotoBERNAMA (2024) COPYRIGHT RESERVED
CEO Boustead Properties Bhd Khairul Azizi Ismail. --fotoBERNAMA (2024) COPYRIGHT RESERVED
Cheah Tuck WIng, chair of the Malaysian Coalition on Ageing. --fotoBERNAMA (2024) COPYRIGHT RESERVED
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