SINGAPORE, Feb. 22 -- Households in Singapore living in private properties will reportedly receive S$1,200 (about RM4,680) in vouchers from April 1 to help pay for senior-friendly home fittings.

According to Singapore's CNA, the Enhancement for Active Seniors (Private Housing) Programme scheme, or EASE (Private), was announced by Singapore's Minister for National Development Chee Hong Tat today.

The minister said it is expected to benefit more than 80,000 households.

To qualify, a household must have at least one Singaporean aged 65 and above.

Those aged 60 to 64 can also qualify if they need help with at least one daily living activity, such as washing, dressing or feeding.

The vouchers will cover 75 per cent of the cost of installi...