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Enhancing Efforts to be a Dementia-Friendly and Inclusive Singapore

Enhancing Efforts to be a Dementia-Friendly and Inclusive Singapore

On 20 November 2022, the Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) launched the national campaign, the #DementiaFriendlySG movement. The launch event received great support from individuals (including persons with dementia), corporate and community partners. To cement its commitment, a strategic partnership with Dementia Singapore was also formalised to spur collaborations and explore efforts to meet the needs of people with dementia and their families.

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Voices for Hope: Aspiring Dementia Self-Advocates

Voices for Hope: Aspiring Dementia Self-Advocates

On 15 November 2022, Dementia Singapore witnessed the 10th graduation ceremony of the Voices for Hope programme. It was a heartwarming sight to see families, friends, previous cohorts, and special guests gather to support the eight graduates from the 10th cohort of the Voices for Hope programme.

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MUS.za: A Jeweller with a Purpose

MUS.za: A Jeweller with a Purpose

For a third year running, local fine jewellery boutique MUS Zenith Affair (MUS.za) ran a campaign to raise funds for Dementia Singapore and champion the dementia cause. With a total of $210,000 raised so far, MUS.za has topped the previous years’ generous donations, proving that it is indeed a business with a heart of gold.

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“Find Your Way” at Chinatown MRT Station

“Find Your Way” at Chinatown MRT Station

Dementia Singapore and SBS Transit launched the “Find Your Way” initiative at Chinatown MRT, a collaboration to help persons with dementia navigate public transport spaces with greater ease and independence.

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Participants taking part in the Art With You programme

Art With You

Art With You is a pilot programme that uses the arts to create meaningful engagement for persons with dementia and their caregivers.

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Leading by Example

Leading by Example

Mr R.S. Chandraajothi supervises two Dementia Singapore daycare centres, and oversees 30 care staff. Not many know that he was also the main caregiver to his mother with dementia for 10 years, which has allowed him to empathise with families impacted by the condition.

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New Resource for Ang Mo Kio Residents!

New Resource for Ang Mo Kio Residents!

The Community Living Resource (AMK edition) features a comprehensive listing of local amenities and services to help residents stay engaged and active or better look after family members with dementia.

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