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.
UPDATE: As our NHC (Bukit Batok) is currently undergoing renovations, the sessions “Life After Caregiving” (26 Jan 2019) and “Zumba” (30 Mar 2019) will be conducted at NHC (Jurong Point) instead.
Caregiver Support Groups
| DATE | TOPIC | VENUE |
| 12 Jan 2019 | Laughter Therapy | TP |
| 26 Jan 2019 | Life After Caregiving | JP* |
| 9 Feb 2019 | Chinese New Year & Valentine’s Day Celebration | TP |
| 16 Feb 2019 | Managing Caregivers’ Stress | JP |
| 9 Mar 2019 | Psychological Impact of Caregiving on Self | TP |
| 9 Mar 2019 | Zumba | JP* |
| 13 Apr 2019 | Expressive Art Therapy Workshop | TP |
| 11 May 2019 | Relaxation with Yoga | TP |
| 18 May 2019 | Incontinence Care in Dementia | BB |
| 8 Jun 2019 | Fall Preventions | TP |
| 29 Jun 2019 | Knowing LPA, MCA and Will | JP |
| 6 Jul 2019 | Medication Use in Older Adult Care | TP |
| 13 Jul 2019 | Connecting with Persons with Dementia with Arts and Crafts | BB |
| 3 Aug 2019 | Knowing LPA, MCA and Will | TP |
| 17 Aug 2019 | Self-Compassion in Caregiving | JP |
*UPDATE: As our NHC (Bukit Batok) is currently undergoing renovations, the sessions “Life After Caregiving” (26 Jan 2019) and “Zumba” (30 Mar 2019) will be conducted at NHC (Jurong Point) instead.
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 |
| 19 Jan 2019 | 失智症人士的个人和卫生护理 Personal Care and Hygiene |
TB |
| 16 Feb 2019 | 农历新年庆祝 Chinese New Year Celebration |
TB |
| 2 Mar 2019 | 了解失智症 Understanding Dementia |
TB |
| 27 Apr 2019 | 与失智症人士进行刺激大脑的活动 Stimulating Activities For Persons With Dementia |
TB |
| 25 May 2019 | 失智症如何影响语言，沟通与吞咽 How Dementia Affects Speech, Communication, and Swallowing |
TB |
| 15 Jun 2019 | 认识持久受权书，心智能力法和遗嘱 Understanding Enduring Power of Attorney, Mental Intelligence, and Will |
TB |
| 20 Jul 2019 | 积极应对失智症人士的不同行为 Dealing With Different Behaviours of Persons With Dementia |
TB |
| 24 Aug 2019 | 应付关护时的情绪 Coping With Caregiving Emotions |
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 |
| 23 Feb 2019 | Cara tutur kata yang berkesan dengan seseorang Dementia How to Converse Effectively with Persons with Dementia |
TB |
| 13 Apr 2019 | Sumber masyarakat – tempat mendapatkan bantuan Community Resources: Places To Get Help |
TB |
| 27 Jul 2019 | Menangani Tingkah laku yang Mencabar dalam Demensia Tackling Challenging Behaviour in Dementia |
TB |
| 28 Sep 2019 | Manangani Emosi dalam Penjagaan Demensia Handling Emotions In Dementia Care |
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
关护的你，一样重要
We Matter As We Care
Objectives
- Explore motivations towards caregiving, the caregiving journey and emotions experience as a caregiver;
- Support caregivers in their journey by finding meaning in their caregiving roles; and
- Foster and enhance support among fellow caregivers
Who should attend
- Family caregivers who are caring for their loved ones diagnosed with dementia and are keen to know other caregivers; and
- Caregivers who can speak and comprehend English and can commit to attending all 5 sessions.
| DATE | TOPIC |
| 24 Aug 2019 | Introduction: Who are You |
| 31 Aug 2019 | Your Caregiving Journey |
| 7 Sep 2019 | Your Emotions |
| 14 Sep 2019 | Your Care Circles and Resources |
| 21 Sep 2019 | Your Well-being |
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)
- As there are limited vacancies for closed support groups, registration is on a first-come, first served basis. After registration, the group facilitator will contact you to understand your needs.
- Registered caregivers are to attend all 5 sessions
- Register at the Caregiver Support Centre by 1 August 2019
- To register, call the Dementia Helpline at 6377 0700. Alternatively, email us at registration@alz.org.sg or register online here.
- Caregiver support groups are free of charge (unless specified).
Working Caregivers
Objectives: To create a supportive environment for working caregivers to discuss about caregiving roles and responsibilities, and to foster the support networks between fellow working caregivers.
Who should attend: Family caregivers who are employed (part-time/full-time) and caring for their loved ones who are diagnosed with dementia; who can speak and comprehend English.
| DATE | TOPIC |
| 25 May 2019 | Orientation: Dementia 101 |
| 1 Jun 2019 | Responsibilities |
| 8 Jun 2019 | Legal & Decision-Making Matters |
| 15 Jun 2019 | Stress & Resilience |
| 22 Jun 2019 | Growth |
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)
- As there are limited vacancies for closed support groups, registration is on a first-come, first served basis. After registration, the group facilitator will contact you to understand your needs.
- Registered caregivers are to attend all 5 sessions
- Register at the Caregiver Support Centre by 6 May 2019
- To register, call the Dementia Helpline at 6377 0700. Alternatively, email us at registration@alz.org.sg or register online here.
- Caregiver support groups are free of charge (unless specified).
Forget-Us-Not: The Flower Of Emotional Needs
Objectives
- Start viewing the individual as a PERSON whose dementia forms only a part of his total identity;
- Gain understanding about one’s Flower of Emotional Needs;
- Explore opportunities to continuously engage in positive interactions and experience wellbeing together with our loved ones living with dementia; 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 more and apply skills and knowledge; and
- Caregivers who can speak and comprehend English and can commit to attending all 6 sessions.
| DATE | TOPIC |
| 16 Feb 2019 | Introduction: Who are You |
| 23 Feb 2019 | What is Love & Empathy |
| 2 Mar 2019 | When You Say: Inclusion & Comfort |
| 9 Mar 2019 | The Meaning of Meaning in Life |
| 23 Mar 2019 | Managing Emotions in Caregiving |
| 30 Mar 2019 | The Journey |
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 19 January 2019
- 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)