Transforming the Future of Ageing

Queenie Man, Founder and CEO, The Project Futurus

01-Mar-23 11:00

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Queenie Man is the founder and CEO of The Project Futurus. It is a social enterprise in Hong Kong that commits to help with transforming and promoting the future of ageing. The Project Futures has a platform called “Captain Softmeal" as a platform to allow easier dining for elders and patients suffering from dysphagia (swallowing problem). Queenie discusses.

Produced by: Lily Chai

Presented by: Lily Chai

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Tags: silver economy, social enterprises, ageing, senior citizens,

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