Honouring mums of children with disabilities
The profound bond between mother and child is a silent language of unconditional love.
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Navigating employment challenges for persons with disabilities
Many jobseekers with disabilities find themselves having to overcome challenges peculiar to their disabilities during their job search. SPD employment support specialist Ho Kian Meng talks about what could hinder employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.
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“Coffee with Your Pal” Series – Chat with SPD CEO Mr Abhimanyau Pal on salary review for social service professionals
In this first “Coffee with Your Pal” interview, we chatted with SPD CEO Mr Pal about NCSS’ announcement on the latest salary guidelines and benchmarks for jobs in the social service sector.
Casual words, unintended consequences
The words that we choose to say, carry weight. Some fleeting remarks, often said without malice, may cause harm.
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Service Excellence is the Bedrock of Our Care Delivery
Administrative executive Agnes Chai and EIPIC teacher Michelle Teo exemplified exceptional dedication to their clients. They were among the 40 SPD staff who were recognised for their exemplary service at the Singapore Health Quality Services Awards 2023.
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Developing language and communication with music
Music has been described as the universal language of mankind. It is a medium that people use to connect with others, express their emotions, and it makes a fun and enjoyable way of learning how to communicate. SPD speech therapist Caryl Tan shares how parents can use music to support their children’s language and communication skills.
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A trailblazer in the growth of Singapore’s occupational therapy profession
SPD principal occupational therapist Tay Hwee Lin was awarded the NCSS Social Service Fellowship in November 2023, a testament to her recognition as the trailblazer for past, present and future occupational therapists in Singapore.
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Disability-inclusive hiring from the perspective of an employer
Building inclusive workplaces and adopting inclusive hiring practices have been gaining traction in the business community in recent years. Ms Chan Yit Foon, Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Marina Bay Sands, a long-time partner of SPD’s Employment Support Programme, shares how the renowned integrated resort creates an inclusive work culture that encourages their employees with disabilities to thrive.
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Persons with Disabilities Finding Love
For persons with disabilities, the path to finding love can be a complicated process. Senior social worker Angela Chung, along with APB Foundation scholarship recipients Bjorn Ng and Shalom Lim, share their thoughts on dating for persons with disabilities.
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The prevalence and perils of prolonged social isolation for persons with disabilities
In recent years, many healthcare providers worldwide are beginning to realise that social isolation and loneliness are no longer a minor health concern. It is now considered a silent epidemic that we can no longer ignore.
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