Longer life spans and improvements in the health of older people suggest that people over the age of sixty-five can continue to live full and active lives. In what step can society benefit from the contribution that older people can make?

In the

last

few decades, advancement in technology and medical sciences has helped to increase

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life span greatly. Early detection and treatment of diseases , together with

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population's awareness of illnesses have helped many enjoy much better health and lives, especially in the elderly group.

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is a positive change that can bring many positive impacts to our society and nation as a whole. In

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essay, I will elaborate

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on how senior members benefit us all.

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of all, they are

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and more experienced and can guide the younger generations in many areas,

such

as at the workplace and at home. They accumulated vast experiences with their age, and their wisdom in handling difficult situations should be highly sought after.

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, the senior members of a company know about every detail and history of the company since the very

first

day of its establishment, and they will be of great aid to the younger ones who might struggle to find ways to improve the company. In another situation, grandparents who have survived many hardships in their lives can share their experiences and wisdom with their children and grandchildren, to provide them with support in difficult times. The government should encourage the elderly group to be active socially and physically and provide them with opportunities to work, so they do not feel left out . A lot of them find pride as they can continue to contribute to the country's workforce and development. They should be offered part-time jobs if preferred, as an active body and sound mind can help them to live happily for many more years to come. The Singapore government has done exemplary work in

this

field, as a study found that they have a lesser number of elderly people who are depressed or find their lives meaningless after retiring age. In conclusion, the ageing population is surging thanks to the great development in technology . We can make full use of

this

situation, by encouraging the seniors to contribute actively to the local community by sharing their precious experience and knowledge. They should be offered to participate in the workplace, as

this

not only will improve a country's productivity but

also

help them to live a more meaningful and fulfilled

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