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For older parents, what should we look at in the HDB itself?
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Hi,
When choosing an HDB flat for elderly parents, I would actually place more emphasis on safety, accessibility and convenience than on the size or appearance of the flat.
There are a few things I would pay particular attention to during viewings:
1. **Lift accessibility:** Does the lift stop on the same floor? Are there any steps between the lift lobby and the flat?
2. **Bathroom safety:** Are the toilets spacious enough, with non-slip flooring and sufficient room to install grab bars or a shower seat?
3. **Layout:** Are the bedrooms and bathrooms easily accessible? Would the layout still be practical if your parents eventually require walking aids or a wheelchair?
4. **Ventilation and lighting:** Is the flat bright and well-ventilated? Excessive heat, poor ventilation and dark corridors can affect daily comfort.
5. **Condition of the flat:** Look out for water seepage, uneven flooring, loose tiles and other defects that could create safety concerns.
6. **Daily convenience:** Check the walking distance to markets, clinics, public transport and other amenities. Even a short distance can become challenging as mobility declines.
HDB also offers the Enhancement for Active Seniors (EASE) programme, which provides subsidised elderly-friendly improvements for eligible households.
One suggestion is to bring your parents along for the viewings. Sometimes, what appears suitable to us may not be comfortable or practical for them.
May I know how old your parents are and whether they have any mobility concerns?
Are you helping them purchase a resale HDB flat, or are they planning to sell their existing home and move to a more suitable one?
Also, have you engaged a property agent to assist with the search? If so, has your agent been helping to assess the suitability of the shortlisted flats for your parents' long-term needs?
I would be happy to share some recommendations and our recent HDB market report to help you assess suitable locations and prices.
Geryl Lim
9278 7772 Read More
When choosing an HDB flat for elderly parents, I would actually place more emphasis on safety, accessibility and convenience than on the size or appearance of the flat.
There are a few things I would pay particular attention to during viewings:
1. **Lift accessibility:** Does the lift stop on the same floor? Are there any steps between the lift lobby and the flat?
2. **Bathroom safety:** Are the toilets spacious enough, with non-slip flooring and sufficient room to install grab bars or a shower seat?
3. **Layout:** Are the bedrooms and bathrooms easily accessible? Would the layout still be practical if your parents eventually require walking aids or a wheelchair?
4. **Ventilation and lighting:** Is the flat bright and well-ventilated? Excessive heat, poor ventilation and dark corridors can affect daily comfort.
5. **Condition of the flat:** Look out for water seepage, uneven flooring, loose tiles and other defects that could create safety concerns.
6. **Daily convenience:** Check the walking distance to markets, clinics, public transport and other amenities. Even a short distance can become challenging as mobility declines.
HDB also offers the Enhancement for Active Seniors (EASE) programme, which provides subsidised elderly-friendly improvements for eligible households.
One suggestion is to bring your parents along for the viewings. Sometimes, what appears suitable to us may not be comfortable or practical for them.
May I know how old your parents are and whether they have any mobility concerns?
Are you helping them purchase a resale HDB flat, or are they planning to sell their existing home and move to a more suitable one?
Also, have you engaged a property agent to assist with the search? If so, has your agent been helping to assess the suitability of the shortlisted flats for your parents' long-term needs?
I would be happy to share some recommendations and our recent HDB market report to help you assess suitable locations and prices.
Geryl Lim
9278 7772 Read More
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Hi, I would bring your parents to the viewing and check the journey from the drop-off point all the way into the flat. A lift in the block is not enough if there are still steps along the route.
Inside, pay attention to bathroom thresholds, slippery or uneven flooring, lighting, and the route between the bedroom and toilet at night. Check whether doorways and turning spaces would work if walking aids are needed later. If accessibility adaptations are important, have the actual measurements and feasibility checked before committing.
For daily comfort, look at heat, ventilation, noise and how easy the windows and doors are to operate. Walk the route to food, shops and transport with them too, including any slopes or uncovered stretches.
Their own experience of the space matters more than how suitable it looks on paper. Are there particular daily activities they already find difficult in their current home? Read More
Inside, pay attention to bathroom thresholds, slippery or uneven flooring, lighting, and the route between the bedroom and toilet at night. Check whether doorways and turning spaces would work if walking aids are needed later. If accessibility adaptations are important, have the actual measurements and feasibility checked before committing.
For daily comfort, look at heat, ventilation, noise and how easy the windows and doors are to operate. Walk the route to food, shops and transport with them too, including any slopes or uncovered stretches.
Their own experience of the space matters more than how suitable it looks on paper. Are there particular daily activities they already find difficult in their current home? Read More