Helping Singapore age well: How this company supports employees and the wider community
From providing nutritional support for older employees to encouraging staff to volunteer with seniors, Nestle Singapore is embedding care into both its workplace and the communities it serves.
Nestle Singapore is taking a unique approach to healthy ageing by focusing on both its employees and the wider community. The company provides nutritional support for older employees and encourages staff to volunteer with seniors, fostering a sense of community and valuing their contributions.
Ang Chong Kiat, a 30-year-old human resources manager at Nestle Singapore, recently volunteered at an Active Ageing Centre. Initially, he expected to guide seniors through adaptive sports. However, the roles were reversed, and some seniors taught him how to improve his techniques. Ang found the experience heartening, emphasizing the importance of feeling valued, being engaged, and not being forgotten in the context of ageing.
Nestle Singapore's approach combines nutrition with opportunities for seniors to stay active and connected. Managing Director Rajat Kumar Jain explains that healthy ageing is about maintaining health, mobility, independence, and quality of life as people age. The company's efforts have earned it the prestigious Champion of Good recognition from the National Volunteer and Philanthropy Centre, reflecting its commitment to corporate purpose and contributions across various impact areas.
Nestle Singapore works closely with community organisations and engages its employees to extend its impact. For instance, the company has partnered with Willing Hearts to prepare, pack, and deliver meals for vulnerable groups. They also donate surplus food to Food Bank Singapore for redistribution. At the Red Cross Home for the Disabled, Nestle Singapore's donations have allowed kitchen staff to prepare a wider variety of nutritious meals for residents, many of whom require texture-modified diets.
The company empowers its employees by making volunteering accessible, offering a one-day Nestle Volunteer Leave for employees to pursue causes they care about. Leaders, including the managing director, participate in volunteering activities, reinforcing the company's genuine belief in giving back. Nestle Singapore also invests in the well-being of its employees, including older members, by providing them with nutritional supplements to support strength and mental alertness.
In conclusion, Nestle Singapore's commitment to healthy ageing extends beyond its corporate boundaries, creating a positive impact on the wider community.
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