Housing plea for younger adults with disabilities

I was heartened to hear Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announce in his National Day Rally speech that more Community Care Apartments (CCAs) would be built over the coming years to benefit seniors aged 65 and above ("Age Well Neighbourhoods will help improve seniors' access to healthcare, social activities", Aug 18).

- Shalom Lim Ern Rong

However, the eligibility criteria excludes younger adults with severe disabilities like myself, who require round-the-clock support to live with dignity.

I am turning 30 soon and live with muscular dystrophy, a progressive condition that has left me unable to perform all six activities of daily living, including washing, dressing, feeding and toileting.

I recently received a letter from the Central Provident Fund Board informing me that I will be enrolled in CareShield Life when I turn 30.