Are you experiencing caregiver stress, seeking information on dementia care, or wanting to meet other caregivers?
Caregiver Support Group provides an opportunity for respite while meeting other caregivers in a similar situation to share caregiving experiences and practical tips, learn about dementia, and discover resources in a relaxed and safe environment.
Sessions are conducted in English for two hours (2.30pm-4.30pm), consisting of a talk by a guest speaker and a sharing session amongst caregivers. Participants are to be seated by 2.15pm.
Download our Caregiver Support and Training brochure here.
Caregiver Support Groups
| DATE | TOPIC | VENUE |
| 06 Jan 2018 | Managing Responsive Behaviours in Dementia Care | TP |
| 13 Jan 2018 | Person-Centred Care Approach in Dementia Care | BB |
| 10 Feb 2018 | Enabling the Person with Dementia | TP |
| 24 Feb 2018 | Care to Care for Ourselves: Self-care for Caregivers | JP |
| 10 Mar 2018 | Planning Ahead: Advance Care Planning | BB |
| 24 Mar 2018 | Medications in Dementia Care | TP |
| 7 Apr 2018 | Chronic Illnesses Management for Persons with Dementia | JP |
| 28 Apr 2018 | Expressive Art Therapy Workshop | TP |
| 19 May 2018 | Sundown Symptoms Management in Dementia Care | BB |
| 26 May 2018 | Young Onset Dementia Care | TP |
| 23 Jun 2018 | Effective Communication in Dementia Care | JP |
| 30 Jun 2018 | Using Stimulating Activities to Engage Persons with Dementia | TP |
| 14 Jul 2018 | When is it the Right Time? – Nursing Homes and Other Care Arrangements | BB |
| 28 Jul 2018 | Community Resources in Dementia Care | TP |
| 4 Aug 2018 | Providing Comfort and Quality of Life in Late Stage Dementia Care | JP |
| 18 Aug 2018 | Anxiety, Depression and Sleep Issues in Dementia | TP |
Registration
Online here
Phone: 6377 0700
Email: registration@alz.org.sg
Please note the following:
- Please register at least two weeks before the scheduled sessions
- Caregiver Support Group sessions are free of charge, unless otherwise stated
- Topics and schedules are subject to change without prior notice; please check our website for updates
- Our Caregiver Support Group is strictly for family caregivers of persons with dementia
Venues
| ABBR | LOCATION |
| ARTC | ADA Resource & Training Centre 70 Bendemeer Road, #06-02 Luzerne Building, Singapore 339940 |
| BB | New Horizon Centre (Bukit Batok) Blk 511 Bukit Batok Street 5, #01-211, Singapore 650511 |
| JP | New Horizon Centre (Jurong Point) 1 Jurong West Central 2, #04-04 Jurong Point Shopping Centre, Singapore 648886 |
| TP | New Horizon Centre (Toa Payoh) Blk 157 Toa Payoh Lorong 1, #01-1195, Singapore 310157 |
| DATE | TOPIC | VENUE |
| 20 Jan 2018 | Chinese New Year Celebration (with “Lo Hei”) | TB |
| 17 Mar 2018 | Managing Expectations as a Caregiver | TB |
| 12 May 2018 | Outdoor Yoga | TB |
| 16 Jun 2018 | Palliative Care in Dementia | TB |
| 7 Jul 2018 | Community Resources in Dementia Care | TB |
| 25 Aug 2018 | Food and Nutrition | TB |
Registration
Online here
Phone: 6377 0700
Email: registration@alz.org.sg
Please note the following:
- Please register at least two weeks before the scheduled sessions
- Caregiver Support Group sessions are free of charge, unless otherwise stated
- Topics and schedules are subject to change without prior notice; please check our website for updates
- Our Caregiver Support Group is strictly for family caregivers of persons with dementia
Venues
| ABBR | LOCATION |
| ADA CSC | Caregiver Support Centre 70 Bendemeer Road #03-02A Luzerne Building, Singapore 339940 |
| BB | New Horizon Centre (Bukit Batok) Blk 511 Bukit Batok Street 5, #01-211, Singapore 650511 |
| JP | New Horizon Centre (Jurong Point) 1 Jurong West Central 2, #04-04 Jurong Point Shopping Centre, Singapore 648886 |
| TP | New Horizon Centre (Toa Payoh) Blk 157 Toa Payoh Lorong 1, #01-1195, Singapore 310157 |
| TB | New Horizon Centre (Tiong Bahru) 298 Tiong Bahru Road #10-05 Central Plaza, Singapore 168730 |
| DATE | TOPIC | VENUE |
| 3 Feb 2018 | Meaningful Activities for Persons with Dementia | TB |
| 5 May 2018 | Community Resources in Dementia Care | TB |
| 21 Jul 2018 | Fall Prevention and Home Safety | TB |
| 29 Sep 2018 | Managing Responsive Behaviours | TB |
Registration
Online here
Phone: 6377 0700
Email: registration@alz.org.sg
Please note the following:
- Please register at least two weeks before the scheduled sessions
- Caregiver Support Group sessions are free of charge, unless otherwise stated
- Topics and schedules are subject to change without prior notice; please check our website for updates
- Our Caregiver Support Group is strictly for family caregivers of persons with dementia
Venues
| ABBR | LOCATION |
| BB | New Horizon Centre (Bukit Batok) Blk 511 Bukit Batok Street 5, #01-211, Singapore 650511 |
| JP | New Horizon Centre (Jurong Point) 1 Jurong West Central 2, #04-04 Jurong Point Shopping Centre, Singapore 648886 |
| TP | New Horizon Centre (Toa Payoh) Blk 157 Toa Payoh Lorong 1, #01-1195, Singapore 310157 |
| TB | New Horizon Centre (Tiong Bahru) 298 Tiong Bahru Road #10-05 Central Plaza, Singapore 168730 |
Closed Support Groups
Young Caregivers
Objectives
- Create a supportive environment for caregivers when they become caregivers in their young adulthood;
- Discuss caregiving roles and responsibilities for young caregivers; and
- Foster and enhance young caregivers’ coping skills through mutual support and information sharing.
Who should attend
- Family caregivers who are 39 years old and below and are caring for their loved ones diagnosed with dementia; and
- Caregivers who can speak and comprehend English.
| DATE | TOPIC |
| 13 Jan 2018 | Introduction |
| 20 Jan 2018 | How to Prepare for the Caregiving Role |
| 27 Jan 2018 | Communication is the Key |
| 03 Feb 2018 | Managing Stress in Caregiving |
| 10 Feb 2018 | Managing Family Conflict |
Please note the following:
- All sessions will be held from 10.30am to 12.30pm at the Caregiver Support Centre (70 Bendemeer Road #03-02A Luzerne Building, Singapore 339940)
- Registered caregivers are to attend all 5 sessions
- Register at the Caregiver Support Centre by 29 December 2017
- Call 6389 5121
UPDATE: Registration closed – fully subscribed!
Holistic Well-being for Persons with Dementia
Objectives
- Provide a holistic understanding of the changing needs of a person with dementia;
- Equip caregivers on various knowledge and skills to manage these changing needs; and
- Gain understanding and learn how to care for yourself as a caregiver.
Who should attend
- Family caregivers who are caring for their loved ones diagnosed with dementia and are keen to learn and acquire knowledge and skills in these
areas; and - Able to speak and comprehend English and can commit to attending all 5 sessions of this closed support group.
| DATE | TOPIC |
| 12 May 2018 | The Brain – Understanding how Dementia Affects Behaviours and Psychology of a Person |
| 19 May 2018 | How Dementia Affects Communication and Swallowing |
| 26 May 2018 | Dementia and Daily Care |
| 2 Jun 2018 | Dementia and Incontinence |
| 9 Jun 2018 | Dementia Care and You |
Please note the following:
- All sessions will be held from 10.30am to 12.30pm at the Caregiver Support Centre (70 Bendemeer Road #03-02A Luzerne Building, Singapore 339940)
- Registered caregivers are to attend all 5 sessions
- Register at the Caregiver Support Centre by 20 April 2018
- Call 6389 5121
Caregivers who are Single
It has been recognised that caregivers who are single may have specific and unique needs and thoughts about the caregiving. Thus, this support group is started.
Objectives
- Discuss caregiving experiences and choices;
- Support caregivers to find meaning and purpose in their caregiving;and
- Foster and enhance support for self and fellow caregivers.
Who should attend
- Family caregivers who are caring for their loved ones diagnosed with dementia;
- Single (i.e. not married, widowed, divorced); and
- Able to speak and comprehend English and can commit to attending all 5 sessions of this closed support group.
| DATE | TOPIC |
| 23 Jun 2018 | First Link |
| 30 Jun 2018 | Second Choice |
| 7 Jul 2018 | Third Hand |
| 14 Jul 2018 | Moving Forth |
| 21 Jul 2018 | Closure |
Please note the following:
- All sessions will be held from 10.30am to 12.30pm at the Caregiver Support Centre (70 Bendemeer Road #03-02A Luzerne Building, Singapore 339940)
- Registered caregivers are to attend all 5 sessions
- Register at the Caregiver Support Centre by 8 June 2018
- Call 6389 5121
Other Dementia Support Groups
There are also other support groups being conducted for caregivers caring for their loved ones who have been diagnosed with dementia. It provides a good avenue for them to share their caring experiences, thoughts, concerns and feelings with other caregivers. You may contact the following hospitals to find out more:
- Khoo Teck Puat Hospital (Tel: 6555 8000)
- National University Hospital (Tel: 6779 5555)