Welcoming the new year
A few of our Day Activity Centre clients share what they are grateful for in 2022, and their wishes for 2023.
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Our beneficiaries and caregivers
“I just want to keep moving and working”
Hussain was diagnosed with polio when he was two years old. Though the disease caused him to lose strength in his lower limbs, he strives not to let his condition stop him from being independent.
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Adopt a positive mindset for positive parenting
For most parents, raising a child can be as taxing as it is rewarding. And for some, their parenting journey could be fraught with even more challenges. Mr Raj, a caregiver, shares his thoughts on how positive thinking can help set the stage for healthier parent-child relationship and better learning outcomes for children.
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Addressing Behavioural Concerns in Autistic Youth through Active Engagements
Not getting the snacks or drinks when he wanted them used to trigger meltdowns and self-injurious behaviours in Hong Yun. Read on to find out how the DAC team addresses his behavioural concerns.
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What does Singapore mean to you?
In celebration of our nation’s 57th birthday, we asked some of our clients, caregivers and volunteers to share their thoughts about what Singapore meant to them.
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The “Bao Kah Liao” Lady – Bedridden and Unstoppable
Bedridden for more than 20 years, Vivian continues to remain optimistic and lives her dreams passionately. Using the eye gaze device to operate her laptop, she is a proud owner of an online store. More recently, she also added another credential under her belt – writer of Bed-ridden and Unstoppable.
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What are YOUth thinking about?
Environmental sustainability, ageing population, employment. These areas remain defining issues for many youths of this generation. This Youth Day, we speak to seven young adults on what they care about and their hopes for the future.
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In the Kitchen with the One-Handed Baker
Even though Kelvin used to cook prior to his stroke and knows his way around the kitchen, having to bake now with just one hand posed several new challenges.
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“Dad, thank you for taking care of me”
For the past 24 years, 84-year-old Mr Low Chai Huat has been caring for his son Terance who is dependent on him for most activities of daily living. While the stoic father of five seldom expresses his love verbally, his unwavering devotion and care speak volume of his unconditional love for his youngest child.
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Youth With Muscular Dystrophy Hopes to Advocate for Others Like Her
Diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type II, Jiahui needs support for daily activities and relies on a motorised wheelchair to move around. With limited hand movements, she is not able to type or write as fast as her peers. But these difficulties are no obstacle to her achieving good grades and contributing to the community.
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