Enhancement for Active Seniors programme (often called the HDB EASE programme)

Enhancement for Active Seniors

EASE in Singapore usually refers to the Enhancement for Active Seniors programme (often called the HDB EASE programme). It helps make existing homes safer and easier for seniors to live in by subsidising senior-friendly fittings.

What it’s for?
To reduce the risk of falls and improve day-to-day mobility at home for older residents, especially in bathrooms and along common walking routes inside the flat.

What works are typically included?
Common EASE items include:
- Grab bars/handrails (especially in toilets and along walls)
- Slip-resistant treatment for bathroom/toilet floors
- Ramps (e.g., at the main entrance/threshold) to reduce tripping and aid wheelchair/walker use
(Exact items offered can vary by rollout/batch and flat type.)

Who it’s meant for (typical eligibility)?
This is generally targeted at HDB households with seniors (often age 60 and above) living in the flat. Eligibility rules and how it’s implemented can differ depending on whether it’s done block-by-block or via application.

How to apply / where to check?
Depending on your housing type:
- HDB flat: Check with HDB / your Town Council on whether EASE is available for your block or how to apply.
- Private property: There are other schemes under Ministry of Health / Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) (e.g., home modifications, assistive devices) that may be more relevant.

Quick question so I can point you correctly
Is the elder living in an HDB flat or a private home, and do you mean home safety modifications (grab bars/ramps), or a care programme (home care/medical)?

The table below shows the cost breakdown payable by flat owners: