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

Let there be more kindness, hope and joy for a better tomorrow.

Keep up the spirit.

爱心的对待失智症患者，了解了大脑和失智症的原因，耐心善待患者并给予支持。 (Treat persons with dementia with love, understand the brain and the causes of dementia, treat persons with dementia with patience, and provide them with encouragement and support.)

You’re amazing.

S.tanks

Hope everyone is kind to the ones fighting the battle. The love will never be forgotten even when they don’t remember anymore.

LG Delight

Stay strong and healthy!

Continue to tell your stories. Over and over again.

Hi Lovelies, you are blessed with lots of love all around you, so eat well, sleep well always and live every day to your fullest! I have a 91-year-old grandmother who has dementia. She enjoys listening to music, looking out the window (people-watching) and eating local food. You’ll never be alone!

@withlove.fiona

Dementia is a silent battle not just faced by the ageing population, but also impacts the millennials, regardless of gender, area, religion, etc. Singapore has the highest population of dementia cases. I pledge to show these people love, compassion, and I hope for their inclusion within this community. #CranesForDementia

Koh Wan Ting

It’s tough now, but I believe that there is a brighter future waiting for you. You’ll get through this! In case no one said it yet today, you’re great!

Paulyn Y
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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.