“Voice of Dementia” is a newsletter published by Dementia Singapore with news on events, tips for caregivers, upcoming training workshops and medical news. To get a copy for yourself, you can visit us at one of our office locations or events. A preview is available below.
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Please note that hard copies of our magazine are not available for subscription, and can only be picked up by hand at our office locations and events, while stocks last. Subscription is available ONLY for our online newsletter.
Current Issue (August 2023)
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HIGHLIGHTS
- Headlines from the Heartlands
- CARA: It Takes a Village
- Leveraging Reminiscence Arts For Effective Engagement
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FEATURES
- Talking to Children about Dementia
- Moved to Help the Newly Diagnosed Plan Their Dementia Care Journey
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DONORS & VOLUNTEERS
- The MacRitchie Challenge 2023 by Tom Platts
- Celebrating a Steadfast Commitment to the Dementia Cause
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Past Issues
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HIGHLIGHTS
- A Big Step Towards a Dementia-Friendly Singapore
- A Look into CARA’s New Feature!
- Introducing Art with You: A Programme to Inspire Families Impacted by Dementia
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FEATURES
- Making Festive Celebrations Dementia-Friendly
- The Facts and Faces Behind Dementia Singapore’s Research & Innovation
- Voices for Hope: Aspiring Dementia Self-Advocates
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DONORS & VOLUNTEERS
- MUS.za Raises $210,000 for the Dementia Cause
- Celebrating Our Dementia Community, Just The Way You Are
- A Year of Giving with Hilti
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HIGHLIGHTS
- New Horizons in Dementia: Building on Hope
- A Successful Safe Return with CARA
- #CranesforDementia
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FEATURES
- A Celebration of a Lifetime
- Fostering the Dementia Care Family Spirit
- Rajah & Tann Donates $225,000 to the Dementia Cause
- An Outing Two Years in the Making
- A Social Club Party in Full Swing!
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HIGHLIGHTS
- CARA – A Pioneering Digital Dementia Care Companion
- The Future of Dementia Training: ‘Experience Dementia in Singapore’ VR programme
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LEARN ABOUT DEMENTIA
- Dealing with Caregiver Stress
- What Is a Dementia-Inclusive Environment?
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HEAR ME OUT
- The Meaning of Life
- Do You See What I See?
Experience the world through the lens of dementia
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FEATURES
- Self-care and Support for Caregivers
- ONE with Dementia
- Keppel Charity Golf Tournament 2021
- Amplifying Virtual Experiences with Our Youths
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LAUNCH OF DEMENTIA SINGAPORE
- A Message from Our CEO
- Speech by President Halimah Yacob
- Dementia Singapore’s Debut
- Behind the Logo
- Dementia Singapore’s Refreshed Look
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FEATURES
- Make My Workplace Dementia Inclusive!
- Dementia Singapore Ambassadors
- Fostering A Spirit of Giving
- Use the Appropriate Dementia Language
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FORGET ME NOT
- How Dementia-ready Are Our Cities?
- Hope In The Age Of Dementia
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FEATURES
- Live #DespiteDementia – The Power Of Love
- Working The Dementia Helplines
- Staying Connected: Our Volunteers Keep The Spirit Of Giving Alive!
- An Open Letter To Filmmakers On Portrayals Of Dementia
- Journeying Together
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FORGET ME NOT
- Support For Persons Living With Dementia Over The COVID-19 Period (SPOC-19)
- Reimagining Dementia Care
- Changing Words To Touch Lives Affected By Dementia
- Post Diagnostic Support
- Unforgettable Trip To Taipei
- Certification As A Pro Learning Enterprise
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FEATURES
- Live #DespiteDementia – The Power Of Courage
- Blessed With The Skills, Languages, And Passion To Care For The Aged
- Hear Me Out – Calling For The Right Support
- Reaching Out In Times Of Crisis
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FORGET ME NOT
- Making A Difference Through Creative Dance Movement
- World Alzheimer’s Month 2019 Carnival
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FEATURES
- World Alzheimer’s Report 2019 Key Findings
- Hope In The Age Of Dementia
- Live #DespiteDementia – The Power Of Family
- Unearthing The Past Through Reminiscence Art
- Hear Me Out – A Journey Of Courage
- Fundraising In Song
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FORGET ME NOT
- Building Awareness through Immersion
- Do You Understand Dementia?
- Volunteering to Touch Lives
- 34th International Conference of Alzheimer’s Disease International
- WAM Carnival
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ALZHEIMER'S NEWS
- Brain Stimulation could reduce Memory Decline
- Mushrooms to Fight Mental Decline
- Creating a Dementia-inclusive Society in Singapore
- Gaming for Dementia Research
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ASK THE EXPERTS
- “My father, living with dementia, seems to have lost interest in our usual family traditions like decorating the house for Lunar New Year. How can I, as a caregiver, help make holiday seasons more enjoyable for him?”
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FEATURES
- Making Heart Connections
- Voices for Hope
- Dementia Stigma still Alive and Well in Singapore
- Reminiscing and Retracing His Parents’ Past
- Staying Sharp in Retirement
- Crafting Relaxing Showers
- Spicy Therapy
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FORGET ME NOT
- A Dementia-Friendly Conference
- Dissecting Dementia
- A Night of Love
- Taking Time to Serve
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ALZHEIMER'S NEWS
- Virtual Reality Possible Therapy to Fight Dementia
- The Necessity of White Lies
- Preeclampsia may Increase Risk of Dementia Threefold
- A New Guardian Against Alzheimer’s: Coffee
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ASK THE EXPERTS
- “How can I tell my father about my mother’s passing without hurting him repeatedly?”
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FEATURES
- The Language of Love
- New Additions to the ADA Family
- Putting the Care in Caregiving
- Recycling for a Good Cause
- The Heart of Justice
- Fortune Favours the Fun
- A Kale Tale
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FORGET ME NOT
- On the Road(shows)
- Golf Cause
- Interactive Impact
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ALZHEIMER'S NEWS
- Music may make Symptoms more Manageable
- Robots may soon be the Future of Alzheimer’s Care
- Researchers Reverse Dementia-related Brain Damage in Mice
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ASK THE EXPERTS
- “What can I do to calm a person with dementia when she gets upset or anxious for no obvious reason?”
- “What can I do to prevent a family member from wandering about when left at home?”
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FEATURES
- Dennis Frost: Paving the Way for Dementia-Friendly Communities
- Springs of Charity
- Putting the Care in Caregiving
- A Race Against Time
- Put your Heart where your Flag is
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FORGET ME NOT
- Remember Me: World Alzheimer’s Month 2017
- Girl Power: Belle Moto Asia All Women Charity Ride
- Diagnosed but not Defeated: Dementia Symposium 2017 – It can Strike Early
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ALZHEIMER'S NEWS
- Asia Pacific Regional Conference Advocates Life-cycle Approach to Dementia
- Traumatic Brain Injuries Increase Future Dementia Risk
- Bill Gates Donates $100-million to Find Alzheimer’s Cure
- New Blood Test Detects Alzheimer’s
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ASK THE EXPERTS
- “How can I get over guilt over losing my patience with my mother who has dementia?”
- “How do I communicate effectively with someone living with dementia?”
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FEATURES
- Staring Down Dementia
- Guardians of Memory
- A Closer Look at Person-centred Dementia Care
- Planting Seeds of Kindness
- Winning with Walnuts
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FORGET ME NOT
- Out To Lunch @ Dignity Kitchen
- Greater Emphasis on Dementia in Singapore
- More Singing Please!
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ALZHEIMER'S NEWS
- Early Diagnosis the Key Message for World Alzheimer’s Month 2017
- Booming Alzheimer’s Growth to Test China’s Healthcare System
- Possible Common Thread found among Alzheimer’s Parkinson’s and Huntington’s Diseases
- Fighting Dementia with … Disco!
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ASK THE EXPERTS
- “How can I help family and friends better interact with persons with dementia (PwD)?”
- “What’s the best way to respond to aggressive behaviour from a person with dementia?”
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FEATURES
- “I want to take care of her while I still can”
- A Dementia-safe Haven: Making your Home Dementia-proof
- Green Fingers, Colourful Minds
- 5 Berry good ways to improve Mental Health
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FORGET ME NOT
- A hike down memory lane.
- Family of Wisdom Art Exhibition at Tan Tock Seng Hospital
- Toa Payoh New Horizon Centre Re-opens
- World Alzheimer’s Month 2016 Activities at Toa Payoh West CC
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ALZHEIMER'S NEWS
- Annual Neurocognitive Symposium to be held in March
- Celebrities urge Families to continue visiting relatives with Dementia
- Brushstroke Analysis Reveals Patterns of Dementia Development
- Consuming a handful of Walnuts daily may help fight Alzheimer’s
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ASK THE EXPERTS
- “Since my mother was diagnosed with AD, her sleep pattern has changed and she has problems falling asleep. How can I make sleep time easier for her?”
- “It is stressful for caregivers when a person with AD repeats something over and over again. What’s the best way to respond in such situations?”
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FEATURES
- Dementia at Work: Dementia should not come between you and a fulfilling, extended work life
- Sooner rather than Later: the Importance of Early Diagnosis
- Grooving to a Healthier Brain
- More than just Guacamole
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