SPD’s physiotherapist Casey Chester sheds light on the role of play in a child’s physical, social-emotional, language and cognitive development. This article also explores inclusive play opportunities in Singapore, specifically designed for children with developmental needs.
In a visual storytelling project, Photography for Good, SPD collaborated with award winning photographer, Mr Derrick Ong to put up a photography exhibition that told the story of eight SPD beneficiaries and their families.
Ismawati Bin Selamat knew she wanted to be a teacher at a very young age. Watching her younger cousin grow up sparked her interest in teaching children. UPDATES caught up with Isma to learn of her teaching journey and her hopes for children with developmental needs in Singapore.
Nurturing young hearts and minds: A teacher’s journey in early intervention Read More »
The power of collaboration and partnerships have dreamt up possibilities and created opportunities for persons with disabilities to be meaningfully engaged in the community.
Getting a good night’s sleep is essential. But how much sleep is “enough” and what if your child struggles to fall asleep? SPD psychologist Nicholas Lau Kan Meng explains why sleep matters for children and the strategies that parents can adopt to encourage better sleeping habits.
The power of collaboration and partnerships have dreamt up possibilities and created opportunities for persons with disabilities to be meaningfully engaged in the community.
Strengthening community ties: Transforming lives with DAC Without Walls Read More »
For this upcoming National Day, we asked our SPD Inclusion Champions what they think event organisers can do to make such national and large-scale celebrations enjoyable for persons with disabilities and their caregivers.
Organising events that people with disabilities can also enjoy Read More »
Some people with disabilities who struggle with speech may not be able to articulate their pain or symptoms clearly. This could lead to missed opportunities for timely treatment and increased risk of further complications. What should caregivers do?
Enhance communication between persons with disabilities and their doctors Read More »
Sarcopenia is a prevalent health issue among adults 65 years and older, where there is a progressive loss of muscle mass and strength that can lead to increased frailty, falls, and a decreased quality of life. To combat this, engaging in regular strengthening exercises is crucial.
Persons with disabilities are at higher risk of dental trauma due to underlying health conditions such as impaired co-ordination, balance, responsiveness, and safety reflexes. Dr Sneha Sundar Rajan shares more.
Managing dental trauma in persons with disabilities Read More »
