Written Answer to PQ on Silver Support Scheme housing criterion

NOTICE PAPER NO. 370 OF 2026 FOR THE SITTING ON OR AFTER 13 JANUARY 2026
QUESTION NO. 804 FOR WRITTEN ANSWER

MP: Ms Mariam Jaafar

To ask the Minister for Manpower whether the Ministry will further enhance the Silver Support Scheme by extending the eligibility to seniors living in Executive Apartments and with low per capita household incomes, similar to those living in 5-room HDB flats.

Answer:

1. The Silver Support Scheme is targeted at seniors who had lower incomes during their working years and now have little or no family support and resources in their retirement. This is why the scheme is targeted at those who live in 5-room or smaller HDB flats.

2. Nevertheless, seniors facing unique situations can write in to the CPF Board to review their eligibility for Silver Support. We will review their circumstances holistically on a case-by-case basis.