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3 in 4 persons with dementia feel rejection and loneliness, national survey on dementia finds
Persons with dementia and their caregivers experience rejection, loneliness, shame, and feel less competent, according to the first national survey on dementia in Singapore.
More than 5,600 across Singapore participated in the survey by the Singapore Management University (SMU) and Alzheimer’s Disease Association.… Read the rest
Using technology to see life through the eyes of a person with dementia
ADA’s new Enabling EDIE workshop uses VR technology to help bridge the gap, allowing us to experience first-hand the challenges people with dementia experience in day-to-day life.
Using a Virtual Reality (VR) application, people can now experience first-hand some of the problems faced by those with dementia.… Read the rest
Channel 8’s “Morning Express” Features Initiatives to Support the Fight against Dementia
One in 10 people aged 60 and above may have dementia. To effectively address this condition, people and organisations are working on the ground and encouraging others to create dementia-friendly communities. A variety of initiatives supporting the fight against dementia were highlighted on the 16 April edition of Channel 8’s Morning Express.
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Let’s Recycle and Create Together!
ADA recently embarked on the Recycled Arts Programme for persons with cognitive impairment or dementia. It is a pilot programme that aims to provide purposeful engagement and improve their overall well-being.
To kickstart this programme, Gosip Café at Thomson Plaza has graciously offered their public space to allow persons with dementia and caregivers an opportunity to meet others of the same condition and have fun through arts in an environment that accepts them.… Read the rest
Celebrating our unsung superheroes
On 5 Jan 2019, close to 150 caregivers of persons with dementia attended ADA’s Caregiver’s Appreciation Gala Luncheon 2019.
Organised to show appreciation to caregivers for their dedication and hard work in looking after their loved ones with dementia, the annual event was jointly organised by ADA and students from the National University of Singapore (NUS) Faculty of Law, and was held at the Equarius Hotel, Resorts World Sentosa.… Read the rest
Bringing Cheer to our Clients
The support ADA receives from corporate partners across different industries, who believe in being a good steward and giving back to the communities around them, is something that we’re immensely grateful for. Between August to October 2018, organisations like Deloitte Singapore and Edrington Singapore Ptd Ltd brought some cheer to ADA clients at various New Horizon Centres.
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Singapore’s first dementia advocate under the Dementia Alliance International (DAI)
It is with pride that ADA shares the story of Singapore’s first dementia advocate, whom we hope will inspire more voices to speak out about their own experiences with dementia.
ADA is proud to have George Chong as our first dementia advocate in Singapore under the Dementia Alliance International (DAI).… Read the rest
Love For All Seasons
More than 200 people gathered for a celebration of love in ADA’s charity concert to raise funds and spread awareness for dementia and various support programmes.
On 25 October 2018, more than 200 people gathered for ADA’s fundraising concert.… Read the rest
World Alzheimer’s Month 2018: Making Every Second A Success
Awareness was on the agenda at the latest edition of ADA’s World Alzheimer’s Month Conference.
For over 20 years, Alzheimer’s Disease Association (ADA) has been actively commemorating World Alzheimer’s Month (WAM) to help shed light on the condition and the stigma that comes with it.… Read the rest
