Providing Tracking Devices for Dementia Patients at Subsidised Rates

Mr Abdul Muhaimin Abdul Malik asked the Coordinating Minister for Social Policies and Minister for Health whether the Ministry plans to provide tracking devices for dementia patients at reduced or subsidised costs to support their safety and caregiving needs.

Mr Ong Ye Kung: The Ministry of Health does not recommend the routine use of such tracking devices for dementia patients. There are ethical and privacy issues involved in the use of such devices for dementia patients and require careful consideration as part of a broader care plan. Some community trials are underway.