Did you know
Facts and figures
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1 in 2 Singapore Residents are expected to develop severe disability at some point in their lifetime and may need long-term care1. |
Disability is a major risk, arising not only in one’s senior years but also among younger people who have a stroke or worsening chronic disease2. 31.2% of the resident population aged 15 to 64 who were unable to perform or had a lot of difficulty performing at least one basic activity were in the labour force in 20203. More than half of those receiving a payout from CareShield Life are under 402. |
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Singapore’s road fatalities and injuries hit a five-year high in 2024. The number of people injured was also up, from 8,941 in 2023 to 9,302 in 20244. Accidents can leave even healthy, working adults with mild to severe disabilities. |
In the event of severe disability, you may require long-term care services like rehabilitation, centre-based care, home-based care or nursing care. Depending on the services that are required, this may easily cost a thousand dollars or more per month5. Without added insurance coverage, these expenses can cause financial strain on you and your family. | ![]() |
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
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WASHING The ability to wash in the bath or shower (including getting into and out of the bath or shower) or wash by other means. |
DRESSING |
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FEEDING The ability to feed oneself food after it has been prepared and made available. |
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TOILETING The ability to use the lavatory or manage bowel and bladder function through the use of protective undergarments or surgical appliances if appropriate. |
WALKING OR MOVING AROUND The ability to move indoors from room to room on level surfaces. |
TRANSFERRING The ability to move from a bed to an upright chair or wheelchair, and vice versa. |