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 |
| 13 Oct 2018 | Coping with Caregiving Emotions | JP |
| 27 Oct 2018 | End of Life care for Dementia | TP |
| 10 Nov 2018 | Mindfulness in Caregiving | JP |
| 24 Nov 2018 | Coping with Grief and Loss in Caregiving | TP |
| 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 | Laughter Therapy | JP |
| 9 Mar 2019 | Psychological Impact of Caregiving on Self | TP |
| 9 Mar 2019 | Zumba | 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 |
| 06 Oct 2018 | Stretch your Stress Away | TB |
| 17 Nov 2018 | Effective Communication in Dementia Care | TB |
| 15 Dec 2018 | Managing Caregivers’ Stress | TB |
| 19 Jan 2019 | Personal Care and Hygiene | TB |
| 16 Feb 2019 | Chinese NEw Year Celebration | TB |
| 2 Mar 2019 | Understanding Dementia | 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 |
| 17 Nov 2018 | Strategies on Managing Caregiver Stress | TB |
| 23 Feb 2019 | How to Converse Effectively with Persons with Dementia | 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
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
We Matter As We Care
(Due to overwhelming response, registration is now closed)
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 |
| 13 Oct 2018 | Introduction: Who are You |
| 20 Oct 2018 | Your Caregiving Journey |
| 27 Oct 2018 | Your Emotions |
| 3 Nov 2018 | Your Care Circles and Resources |
| 10 Nov 2018 | 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)
- Registered caregivers are to attend all 5 sessions
- Register at the Caregiver Support Centre by 15 September 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)