Enhancements under the new Silver Upgrading Programme could include facilities such as therapeutic gardens, fitness trails and rest areas along pathways.
Artist Impression of a therapeutic garden at Chong Boon Heights with sensory planting and spaces for contemplative activities. SINGAPORE: Some precincts in public housing estates with a higher density of seniors will undergo upgrading under a new programme to support active ageing.
Examples of possible enhancements include facilities such as therapeutic gardens, fitness trails, rest areas along pathways, dementia-friendly elements and playgrounds that combine play areas for children and fitness equipment for adults and seniors The NRP was introduced in 2007, focusing on improvements at the block and precinct level, for blocks built up to 1999.
HDB said it is collaborating with a design consultant on the design and scope of works to be carried out, and apply what they learn from the first four precincts in subsequent projects.
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