| Summary: | This study aims to analyse the effectiveness of Singapore’s policy system, that reinforces
family as the fundamental source of support for elderly, in meeting the needs of the aged
population. With a focus on elderly with children, I examine the support they have from
children, the challenges they face, and the impact of the policies on them. I conducted face-toface,
semi-structured interviews with 15 elderly aged 60 and above. Using the theoretical
framework of “social care” by Daly and Lewis (2000) that conceptualise care as a form of
responsibility, costs, and labour, my findings reveal that participants without financial and
emotional support from their children struggle financially with their living and healthcare
expenses and tend to lack physical support. These suggest the limitations of the policy system
in meeting the needs of this group of participants. I argue for more state support to be
provided in the area of healthcare costs.
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