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
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
I want to live in a world where a person’s voice is not silenced because of how society perceives them or their condition. Let’s do away with labels entirely and remember that we’re all HUMANS first.
To my husband: You may not remember all our good times and memories together; regardless of your condition, I will do my best to take care of you till death do us part. As we always say to each other: “IT’S ONLY YOU & ME”.
I hope for People with Dementia to lead meaningful and happy lives. And for the cure of dementia to be discovered early so more lives can be spared the agony and loss associated with it.
Jesus loves you! You are a very precious child of God. 💗
That each one of you will continue to live a life of dignity and joy 🥰.
To all caregivers, stay strong even when the journey gets tough! We stand with you and your loved ones with dementia!
It is not an easy journey for persons with dementia and their families. Hoping for a more compassionate and friendly society to create more understanding, love and support for them.
The past may be forgotten,
The person may be lost.
Do not despair.
Love is all around,
As we all care.
Let’s spread our love to everyone. Hope our community will get more dementia-friendly and we must make this come true for our loved ones!
A caring community for persons with dementia and their caregivers. Where work and play intersect, and life is as close to normal as it can be.
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.
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