People – Alzheimer's Disease Association

Up close and personal with Dr Ang Peng Chye

You may know him as the man who started ADA thirty years ago with a singular focus to champion the dementia cause. Today, Dr Ang Peng Chye shares with us about the early days that led to the establishment of Alzheimer’s Disease Association, its major milestones through the years and why he is hopeful for the dementia cause in Singapore.

New Horizon Centre (Bukit Batok) Gets A Face-Lift!

In February 2019, ADA unveiled a brand-new look and feel of the New Horizon Centre (Bukit Batok), after undergoing a three-month renovation period in its efforts to beautify and streamline facilities for our clients.

Facilities were revamped and added to help clients in day-to-day activities, such as a brand-new exercise-cum-walking path, plus an increase in the number of brightly-coloured safety handrails.… Read the rest

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

Dementia seminar in Mandarin proves a hit with full attendance

Alzheimer’s Disease affects people of all races and languages. But at a Mandarin seminar on dementia on 14 July, the only language spoken was hope and courage. Co-organised with Lien Foundation and Shin Min Daily News, the event took place with a full attendance of 300 people at the SPH Auditorium.

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Fundraising Fun with East Spring Secondary!

The Fundraising & Community Enabling team from Alzheimer’s Disease Association (ADA) supported East Spring Secondary School’s Sports Day-cum-Charity Bazaar held at Singapore University of Technology & Design (SUTD) on 16 May.

The event saw a huge turnout of students, parents and friends rallying together, setting up food, drinks and game stalls for the school’s Charity Bazaar.… Read the rest

80 Students from Fairfield Methodist benefit from Dementia-awareness Workshops

On 18 May 2018, our Community Enabling team headed to Fairfield Methodist School (Secondary) to conduct dementia-awareness mini-workshops for over 80 lower secondary students.

The dementia-awareness workshop was held in conjunction with other mini-workshops by different community partners, as part of the school’s Social Impact programme where students get to learn more about the various communities in Singapore (elderly, individuals with special needs and migrant workers) including ADA.… Read the rest

An Ode To My Mother

Memories may fade with the onset of dementia, but some bonds persist forever. Family of Wisdom Caregiver Grace Eng fondly recalls being touched by her mother’s love and fulfilling her duties as a daughter.

“Peng, when are we going to wrap ‘zong zi’?”

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Still Alice … And Only 100 Years Young

“What’s there to be unhappy? Must always have a smile.” With an easy smile and the occasional hearty chuckle, Madam Alice Lim certainly embodies the spirit of someone who has seen it all and appreciates the simple things in life.

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Henry’s Story

“Working at the ADAcafé, dad has become less agitated, he even makes curry puffs for the family, at times,” said Eric, Henry’s son.

Henry is 75-years-old. He was diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer’s Disease in 2016. Despite his condition, Henry remains highly independent.… Read the rest

“I want to care for her while I still can”

For years, Mr Chua Joo Ee has been caring full-time for his mother, who is diagnosed with dementia. We follow his caregiving story and look at how he became an active volunteer with Alzheimer’s Disease Association’s (ADA) Caregiver Support Service.

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