WHO WE ARE
CARE is an academic research centre based in Duke-NUS Medical School. It aims to harness the potentials of population ageing geriatric medicine both in Singapore and the region through its interdisciplinary expertise and collaborations across medical, social, psychological, economics and environmental perspectives.
Recognising the need for a consolidated and long term approach towards longevity, CARE spearheads educational programmes to build competencies on ageing amongst researchers, policy and programme professionals. CARE also actively engages with government and industry partners to meet the needs of population ageing.
VISION
To achieve health, social inclusion and a high quality of life for our ageing population.
MISSION
- To provide an environment that enables interdisciplinary research and education on ageing
- To implement and evaluate best practices to improve health and function of older adults
- To inform policy and practice agenda on ageing