1. S$100 TOP-UP TO PASSION SILVER CARDS
Seniors will get a one-time S$100 top-up to their PAssion Silver cards. This can be used to pay for activities and facilities at community clubs, entry to public swimming pools and public transport, among other things.
2. MEDISAVE TOP-UPS
Starting this year, Merdeka Generation seniors will get a MediSave top-up of S$200 every year for five years until 2023, to help them save more for healthcare needs.
3. ADDITIONAL OUTPATIENT CARE SUBSIDIES, FOR LIFE
Special Community Health Assist Scheme (CHAS) subsidies will be available for package recipients, geared towards common illnesses, chronic conditions and dental procedures. All Merdeka Generation seniors will receive these regardless of income, including those without a CHAS card at the moment.
They will also get an additional 25 per cent off subsidised bills at polyclinics and public specialist outpatient clinics.
4. ADDITIONAL MEDISHIELD LIFE PREMIUM SUBSIDIES
Also for life.
These subsidies will start from 5 per cent...