FaithActs and Ibasho are pleased to announce a collaboration between the social service agency and the global non-profit organisation, committed to creating socially integrated and resilient communities. This partnership aims to infuse Ibasho's eight principles into FaithActs' new Active Ageing Centre (AAC) in Margaret Drive, empowering older persons to lead activities and partake in community building. This project is supported by the Health District @ Queenstown.
The new FaithActs x Ibasho Margaret Drive Centre was launched by Senior Minister of State for Communications and Information and National Development, Mr Tan Kiat How, who oversees the Health District @ Queenstown.
Empowering elders, changing mindsets
Singapore, as one of the world's fastest ageing populations, grapples with the problems of ageism and increasing loneliness among older persons. Studies have shown that loneliness has detrimental effects on physical and mental health, contributes to chronic conditions and reduces the overall quality of life.
The collaboration between FaithActs and Ibasho represents a proactive effort to create a mindset change in society where older persons are valued for their potential to contribute to the community and seen as persons with wisdom and experience. Both organisations hope to foster a vibrant, inclusive community where older persons feel supported and have a sense of purpose and belonging.
The Centre marks Ibasho's first collaboration with a social service agency. Ibasho has been implemented in Japan, Philippines and Nepal. Please refer to Annexe A
