Sinkie wants government to take care of the elderly but not in my own backyard

[RonRon]

Toh Yi residents gather at void deck to protest against homes for elderly

A group of Toh Yi residents apparently gathered to protest against HDB's decision to build flats for the elderly in their estate yesterday evening (Feb 8). STOMPer Molly wonders if such a gathering is illegal.

According to an article in today's Straits Times, the residents and and grassroots representatives gathered to discuss the issue at a void deck in Toh Yi Drive, ahead of a closed-door meeting between residents and Housing Board officials.

Residents said the apartments for the elderly would "rob" them of their common space and the estate's main recreational facility. A handful said they were uncomfortable with the idea of apartments meant for old, as the idea of impending death would spoil the atmosphere.

Some residents referred to the flats as 'death houses' for the elderly to wait out their last days.

STOMPer Molly wrote:

"I read the case of the Toh Yi residents protesting against flats for the elderly with interest.

"Aren't such gatherings supposed to be illegal?

"According to the law, it is illegal to hold cause-related events without a valid licence from the authorities.

"Also, these residents will grow old one day too. How would they feel if other residents protested against building homes for them in future?"

According to the Public Order Act, "cause-related activities will be regulated by permit regardless of the number of persons involved or the format they are conducted in."

STOMPer empty promises added:

"Bukit Timah Toh Yi Drive.

"A large group of residents were protesting against the government's decision of replacing the basketball court opposite block 13 with flats for senior citizens to live in.

"There were group 'leaders' debating with the Town Council member, and clapping and cheering was heard which attracted more people to the crowd.

"At last, they decided to hold a meeting at the Bukit Timah Community Club."

 

[I_Hate_Pappies]

Opinion from a friend of mine who is living there.
First of all, he welcomes the idea of building flats for elderly.

However, he would like to question the planning for the use of this particular piece of land.
First of all, the recreational facilities, e.g. basketball court, jogging track and etc have been upgraded just recently.
Secondly, the plot of land is situated on a high ground which i too, feel that it's not suitable for elderly to reside there. Walk up the slope on the way back after 1 cup of kopi will cost half their life.

If the Gaberment really wants to help, they shld allocate land near some Gaberment clinic/hoispital for these apartments.
Look at the other plot they are going to build in Toa Payoh, right at a corner facing expressway.

Recently pricing for similar elderly apartment ranges between $7x,xxx/- to $11x,xxx/- for a 30yr lease "Hummingbird" Hole.

Fuck PAP, Fuck KBH!!!:oIo::oIo::oIo:

 

[theblackhole]

neber mind lah.build one in batam lor or jb or china lor.no problems.

 

[laksaboy]

Conspiracy theory: maybe those 'protesters' were shit-stirrers hired by the PAP grassroots.

In the end, the govt will declare that since land in SG is expensive and scarce, and everyone's complaining, the old folks homes will be built in Iskandar, JB. Linked by MRT in future, so it is very convenient to visit your elderly parents.

Khaw Boon Wan must be very happy.

 

[CakeLengKia]

they derserved to have their asses screwed by PAP!

 

[sirus]

they derserved to have their asses screwed by PAP!

"They", the residents or the old folks?

 

[chonburifc]

The estate I used to stay and many other matured estates have many old folks. Nothing wrong with staying near the old folks. Just a matter of getting use to.