Creating Hope in the Face of Dementia

Today, there are about 100,000 people living with dementia in Singapore, and this number is growing rapidly.

For each person living with the condition, every day represents a new fight – against their cognitive decline, the struggle to fully accept their diagnosis, the perceptions and labels society places on them, and at times, even their own internalised stigma of the condition.

In these moments underscored by trials and uncertainty, the only thing that can keep one going is, hope.

The ‘1000 Cranes’ Campaign

“No road is too long in the company of a friend” – Japanese Proverb

This World Alzheimer’s Month, our goal is to bring the nation together for a conversation about dementia, to inspire solidarity with the dementia community, and hope for the future.

As allies of the community, it is up to each and every one of us to support persons with dementia and their caregivers in their unique journeys.

Together, there are no limits to what we can accomplish.

#1000Cranes #CranesForDementia

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Join the Movement

Send a Virtual Crane and pledge your support for the dementia community today!

Once you hit ‘Submit’, your messages will be transformed into a Virtual Crane, symbolising your pledge of solidarity.

These messages will live on in our Wall of Hope and will also be featured during our ‘1000 Paper Cranes‘ Film Livestream Event on 21 September 2022.

Let’s send as many Virtual #CranesForDementia as we can this World Alzheimer’s Month!

Wall of Hope

Hang in there, and NEVER GIVE UP!

Andrew Chia

I hope that we become more inclusive by being open and honest with our feelings, hopes, pain and disappointments especially for persons with dementia and their caregivers, and that we can be more understanding and accepting!

Be hopeful, happy, and live each day to the fullest! 😊

Everyone is unique in their own way no matter what happens. Stay happy and healthy!

Let us live with hope and grace, and combat dementia. Live in the shoes of persons with dementia and walk their lives with them.

Fiona

Don’t be afraid to seek help, and be strong to fight dementia. Your loved ones are always there to support and guide you.

nsl

To my mum: It’s ok that you’ve forgotten the past. The most important thing is that you are now happy and healthy. 🙂🙏

God Bless You!

King

Having seen the effects of dementia personally, I understand the difficulty it poses to the person [living with dementia] and the people around them. It is sad, but know that you are not alone; be strong, be healthy, and we all stand with you.

William

We live life as best as we can. Fearing nothing and expecting nothing. Be happy, be at peace, be compassionate, be supportive, be the best that you can be.

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1000 Paper Cranes: The Film

“The love we feel cuts through all memory lapses.”

Ever since she was born, Hannah and her grandfather, “Gramps” as she affectionately calls him, have shared a beautiful bond. When he was diagnosed with dementia three years ago, their world was turned upside down. Refusing to let the condition define their love for each other, Hannah started a YouTube channel in the hopes of documenting the special moments in their new journey together.

Through all the doctor’s appointments, shared meals, workouts, and origami crane folding activities, their beautiful bond has grown stronger than ever before.

‘1000 Paper Cranes’ is a short film that Dementia Singapore embarked on with veteran executive producer, Daniel Yun, to spotlight dementia and the profound impact it can have on families. Exploring the themes of familial bonds, courage, and hope, this film is our love letter to the dementia community, youth, millennials, and anyone who has a person with dementia in their lives.

Go on a serendipitous journey with Hannah and Gramps this World Alzheimer’s Day, 21 September 2022.