Dr. Ling Jia Nee is a Consultant Geriatrician currently practicing at Sarawak General Hospital, Sarawak Heart Centre, and Borneo Medical Centre. She completed both her undergraduate and postgraduate medical training in Malaysia and further honed her expertise with the Geriatric team at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Singapore.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Jia Nee has served as an adjunct lecturer at various academic institutions. She is also a dedicated trainer with the Alzheimer’s Disease Foundation of Malaysia (ADFM), where she plays a key role in delivering workshops, seminars, and hands-on training to caregivers, advancing dementia care and education nationwide.

Aging in Place

Abstract

Aging in place refers to the ability of older adults to live independently, safely, and comfortably in their own homes as they grow older, without the need to relocate to assisted living facilities. Key components supporting aging in place include home modifications, assistive technologies, access to healthcare, transportation, social support, financial planning, and home safety measures. These elements work together to ensure seniors can maintain autonomy and quality of life within familiar environments.

Independent home living closely aligns with aging in place, emphasizing the capacity to perform daily tasks without ongoing assistance. It relies on a supportive environment that accommodates changing physical or cognitive needs while promoting dignity, choice, and engagement. Both concepts prioritize enabling individuals to remain in their chosen living space for as long as possible, contributing to improved well-being and reduced institutional care reliance.