‘Big demand for trained workers in elderly care’


Wong (left) presenting Scott with his Youth Caregiving Award. — Photos: LOW BOON TAT/The Star

ELDERLY care has become increasingly important as Malaysia becomes an ageing nation.

According to the Department of Statistics, 7.4% out of the country’s 33.4 million population in 2023 were 65 or older.

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RM 12.33/month

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