SG Caregivers

Hi all, I wrote a play about caregiving and palliative care at the last chapter of life. Do come if you are interested! 🙂 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-good-death-dramatised-reading-tickets-694475303327 It’s free, you just need to register. Thank you!

🇸🇬 Happy National Day, SG Caregivers Community! 🇸🇬 As we come together to celebrate our nation's big day, we at SG Assist want to send a heartfelt shoutout to all our dedicated volunteers and resilient caregivers. Each one of you plays an essential role in weaving the fabric of our community. Our nation's strength isn't just in its landmarks or achievements, but in the collective spirit of individuals like you. Your compassion, patience, and relentless commitment inspire us every day and make Singapore a more inclusive and caring home for everyone. In the year ahead, let's continue to come together, support each other, and build a better, stronger community for caregivers. As the saying goes, "It takes a village," and we're proud to have each of you in ours. To an even brighter future for caregivers in Singapore – here's to new beginnings, cherished memories, and endless support. 🌟 Stay strong, stay united, and Happy National Day! 🎉 With warmth and gratitude, The SG Assist Team

Aphasia SG is proud to present OVERCOMING APHASIA - For Better, For Worse 《一人一半》分享会 with award-winning playwright, Lim Hai Yen! Meet Hai Yen as she shares her recovery journey of Aphasia in her new Chinese book - For Better, For Worse 《一人一半》. There will be a recital of her play The Bat got stuck in a Mat written in her period of confusion and despair when she was diagnosed with Aphasia in 2020.  🗓️ 30 July, Sunday ⏰ 3pm - 5pm 🏠 The Space, Level 2 (above McDonalds) @ Our Tampines Hub To register, scan QR code or click on bit.ly/OvercomingAphasia A pair of tickets costs $25, and it comes with a personally autographed book《一人一半》by Lim Hai Yen. Part of the proceeds go to Aphasia SG.  Attendees will receive their books at the event on 30 July.  Other event highlights include a sing-along with Aphasia SG Choir and a sharing by music therapist. In this cosy session, persons with aphasia and their family members are invited to share their challenging stories. What are you waiting for? Sign up TODAY!

Who gets access to your digital assets and online accounts when you are dead? It can get messy — here’s what lawyers say you can do about it: https://str.sg/iiTy Also, how can you recover the digital assets of a dead loved one? https://str.sg/iiTC

Dear caregivers, might be an interesting programme for seniors you care for too :) 🌟 Calling all neighbours above 50 years old! Join us for an enriching and meaningful event that celebrates the power of intergenerational connections. 🌟 ℹ️ Date: 22 July 2023 ⌚️ Time: 2pm - 5pm 📍 Venue: Caregiver Resource Centre @ Blk 839 Yishun Street 81 ( https://goo.gl/maps/eyCpe9zQLNatTqvM6 ) 📞 RSVP: https://forms.gle/AL6ipLB5fM1qPnSs5 🤝 The Intergenerational Growth Circle is a unique opportunity for older persons to engage in conversations with enthusiastic youths, sharing your wisdom and experiences while gaining fresh perspectives from the younger generation. 🌍 💡 Discover new insights, form lasting friendships, and contribute to a stronger, more inclusive community. Let's bridge the generation gap together and create a brighter future. Join us for an unforgettable experience! ✨ Spread the word and invite your friends!

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Good day to you all! 😊 Care Corner is reaching out to extend a warm invitation to caregivers who may be experiencing challenges and demands that come with caring for a loved one with Mental Health Conditions. We are running an open group session on: 26 July 2023 Zoom Online 730PM to 930PM Our session aims to: Promote awareness on mental wellness and mental health conditions. Address misconceptions about mental health conditions. Provide a safe and supportive space for caregivers to talk about their caregiving journey. Feel free to reach out to me should you have any questions! Thank you!

📢 PLAN TODAY! 📢 Visit our roadshow to learn more about Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) and Advance Care Planning (ACP). ✅FREE talks and booths on LPA, ACP and other legacy planning tools ✅FREE LPA certification and ACP facilitation sessions for Singapore citizens aged 50 and above with blue or orange CHAS cards. Limited slots available. ✅Stand a chance to win a $5 NTUC voucher 😉*upon completion of roadshow activities, while stocks last. 📍 Venue: Our Tampines Hub (Level 1, Festive Walk East, Central Plaza) 📅 Date: 22-23 July 2023 🕕 Time: 10am – 6pm Visit go.gov.sg/LPA-ACP-events-wa-OTH to find out more. Jointly organised by Agency for Integrated Care, My Legacy, Office of Public Guardian. Supported by Ministry of Health, Ministry of Social and Family Development and Public Service Division.

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Zoom Webinar: Planning for Your Retirement with CPF As you approach your 55th birthday, you might have the following questions in mind: ▶️How much can I withdraw from my CPF when I turn 55? ▶️What is CPF LIFE? ▶️How much can I receive every month from age 65? To find out the answers to the questions above, join us at our webinar designed to help you learn more about the CPF rules that apply to you when you turn 55. Register now to avoid disappointment! Seats are available on a first come, first served basis! Date: 13 July 2023 (Thursday) Time: 07:30 PM to 09:00 PM (Admission starts at 07:25 PM) Venue: Zoom Register: https://form.gov.sg/64786dfe6cad3d0012e00865

New 'freecycling' scam variant on the rise, at least 82 victims have lost S$2,500 since May: Police Victims would come across giveaway offers posted by scammers on online platforms such as Facebook, Goodhood, Telegram and Carousell. 🔗 https://tdy.sg/44yDAL7 @todayonlinesg

Singapore’s birth rate hit a record low in 2022, a year when the country also had the highest number of deaths annually since 1960. Official figures released by the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) showed a 7.9 per cent drop in the number of live births, from 38,672 in 2021 to 35,605 in 2022. There were 26,891 deaths in 2022, a 10.7 per cent increase compared with the 24,292 recorded in 2021 in the Report on Registration of Births and Deaths. Compared with 2021, the proportion of deaths attributed to lung and respiratory system diseases increased by 1.8 per cent, while the proportion of deaths caused by malignant neoplasms, also known as cancerous tumours – and heart and hypertensive diseases. decreased by 2.5 per cent, noted the report. Death by unnatural causes, such as accidents, suicides, and other external causes, constituted 3.3 per cent of the total cases. Numbers released on Saturday by the non-profit suicide prevention centre Samaritans of Singapore showed there were 476 suicides in 2022, the highest number since 2000. Full Article click here.

Selamat Hari Raya Haji! May this auspicious day fill our hearts with love, strengthen our bonds with family and friends, and inspire us to extend kindness to all. - SG Assist & Caregiver Resource Centre

Tune into aphasia.sg Facebook page on Thursday (29 June) from 8pm - 9pm for a special interview with experienced social worker, Carmen Lok! On top of sharing practical resources, Carmen will also be imparting wisdom to improve the mental and emotional health of caregivers and patients. Please forward to anyone who might benefit from the session. Thank you!

Tonight on "NIGHTS WITH SIMON", the special phone-in guest between 10pm to 11pm on ONE FM 91.3 is Evelyn Khoo, Founder of Aphasia SG. Evelyn is the Clinical Director and practising Speech-Language Therapist at GentleCare, a home-based speech therapy service. Aphasia is when a person has difficulty with their language or speech, following a stroke. Find out more about Aphasia and understand what Aphasia SG does from Evelyn. Tune in to ONE FM 91.3 tonight! https://www.instagram.com/p/Ct-M3d5S_Ii/?igshid=MTc4MmM1YmI2Ng==

Are you a driven undergraduate with Special Educational Needs (SEN) seeking financial support to pursue your dreams? Look no further! Introducing the TomoWork Talent Uplift Programme (TUP), designed exclusively for talented individuals like you! 🎓🌟 ⭐️ $4,000 grant per academic year disbursed every semester ⭐️ For part-time and full-time students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) enrolled in any university in Singapore ⭐️ Receive guidance from a dedicated mentor throughout your academic journey As a TUP Scholar, gain access to a world of opportunities while volunteering or participating in other community activities. Upon graduation, secure exclusive access to employment opportunities within our extensive partner ecosystem. Don't miss out on this chance to shape your future! 💼✨ Only 10 slots available, secure your spot now! 💫 📑 https://tomowork.typeform.com/to/ABkoeFAU (link in bio) For more information, visit our website at: 🔗 https://tomowork.org/talent-uplift/ (link also in bio)

CSA urges Apple users to update devices to fix multiple security vulnerabilities The Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) said the vulnerabilities could leave Apple devices prone to memory corruption and allow attackers to carry out malicious code with "kernel privileges", which are greater than administrator privileges. 🔗 https://tdy.sg/3JrtzHn @todayonlinesg