The quiet strength we already carry
How awareness, manageable actions and connection can help all of us through difficult periods.
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Is your child getting enough physical activity?
Keeping children active has been shown to support health and learning of all children.
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When caregiving feels heavy, practise self-compassion
SPD’s psychologist Lois Timothy shares practical ways caregivers can begin showing themselves the same care and understanding they offer every day.
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SPD Charity Golf 2026 Rallies Business and Tech Communities to Support Persons with Disabilities
Close to 150 participants, largely from the business and technology communities, gathered for the SPD Charity Golf 2026 in support of persons with disabilities.
Youth Day Feature: How APB Foundation scholar Samuel Chew is building a greener tomorrow
For 26-year-old Samuel Chew, growing up with profound hearing loss meant navigating differently from his peers.
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Helping children to develop impulse control
SPD’s occupational therapist Shakina Malik shares strategies that caregivers can use to help young children develop impulse control.
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Raising Aaron: A father’s journey of love, hope and belief
In this heartfelt letter, Mr Michael Sim reflects on his parenting journey and the experiences he has shared with his son Aaron, who has Asperger syndrome and muscular dystrophy.
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Showing Up with Heart: Occupational therapist Bradley Lam on fatherhood and caregiving
This Father’s Day, we speak with Bradley Lam, one of SPD’s occupational therapists and a new father, about the joys and challenges of parenthood, the meaning of caregiving, and the small everyday moments that matter most.
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Where Purpose Found Me: Sharon’s journey in service
For many, volunteering is a way to give back to the community. For Sharon Chuo, it is a lifelong, full-circle journey.
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A Working Mum’s Perspective on Excellence – Lessons from Dr May Lim
Dr May Lim, SPD Board director and Vice-Chairperson of SPD’s Services Committee, shares her personal experiences as a working mother, and take on excellence in an organisation.
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