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The Meaning of Life: Poems by Misrudin Anwar

March 24, 2023

Misrudin Anwar (affectionately known as ‘Din’), was invited by our team at Voice of Dementia, Dementia Singapore’s newsletter, to compose three poems in Malay. Known

An Open Letter To Filmmakers On Portrayals Of Dementia

September 2, 2022

Dementia self-advocate Emily Ong calls for sensitivity in on-screen portrayals of dementia that affirm dignity and self-worth.

The Power of Love: Living & Loving Despite Dementia

March 9, 2023

We share a meal and get to know Mdm Katherine Lim and her daughters Belinda and Babara Seet, who star in Dementia Singapore

Calling for the Right Support

February 16, 2023

Young-onset dementia (YOD), which is dementia that develops in persons under the age of 65, is becoming more common in Singapore.

“Forget Me Not” by Thomas Ong

January 26, 2023

“Forget me not” is a phrase steeped in meaning for Voices for Hope graduate and self-advocate Thomas Ong. A long-time avid poet and writer

Dementia Through My Eyes: Undergraduates Create Art Installation on Dementia

July 27, 2022

What is the experience of dementia like? A group of students from the National University of Singapore (NUS) addressed

Dementia-Friendly Kindness Seats Initiative

April 8, 2022

The Dementia-Friendly Kindness Seats initiative, in at least 29 SMRT train stations from North-South Line

Dr Rinkoo Ghosh: Living An Empathic & Resilient Life

April 1, 2022

Being a caregiver to her dementia-conditioned mum and to her late father has brought Dr Rinkoo Ghosh on an arduous and priceless journey.

Documenting Your Wishes – Planning Ahead & Organ Donation

October 18, 2022

Mdm Tinar Tan, 59, is healthy and enjoys doing something new every day by meeting new people. While living well

My Caregiving Journey

April 6, 2022

As the primary caregiver to her husband, Rodney Paglar who is living with dementia, Jacinta’s caregiving journey has been filled with ups and downs.

Janet Koh: What Care Means To Me

April 1, 2022

Caring is to always be there for my loved one. In 2010, I resigned from my full-time job as a secretary at 54 to take care of my elderly mother

Launch of DementiaHub.SG

September 21, 2021

21 September 2021: The official launch of DementiaHub.SG was a great success with wonderful media reception. The launch

Person-Centred Dementia Care: Applying the AGES Model For Long-Term Learning

March 11, 2022

It’s Not Rocket Science; It’s Neuroscience! From my experience facilitating the University of Bradford course

Nothing About Us, Without Us: My Journey as a Dementia Advocate

June 24, 2021

Emily Ong shares on her a journey as a dementia advocate, and how she has stepped up her advocacy efforts at the regional and global levels.

Wayfinding And Dementia

June 22, 2021

As dementia becomes more prevalent in Singapore, ADA has been steadfast in its belief, supporting those impacted by the condition.

Dementia And Work Skills – Give Us A Chance To Remain Employed

February 5, 2021

Living with neurodegenerative disorders like dementia does not mean individuals suddenly lose their functional capacity and work skills upon diagnosis.

“Dementia” by Thomas Ong

January 3, 2021

Dementia Singapore’s Voices for Hope graduate Thomas Ong shares his reflections in a poem titled “Dementia”.

Voices for Hope: Giving a Voice to Those With Dementia

December 16, 2020

We are delighted to have Madam Rohani Bte Rahmat, care partner to her husband living with dementia, give her closing address at the ADI2020 Global Conference.

H.O.P.E: Living a Normal Life With Dementia

December 16, 2020

We are proud of Ms Emily Ong, a dementia advocate in Singapore gives her poignant thoughts as someone living with dementia at the recent #ADI2020 Global Conference.

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The Meaning of Life: Poems by Misrudin Anwar

An Open Letter To Filmmakers On Portrayals Of Dementia

The Power of Love: Living & Loving Despite Dementia

Calling for the Right Support

“Forget Me Not” by Thomas Ong

Dementia Through My Eyes: Undergraduates Create Art Installation on Dementia

Dementia-Friendly Kindness Seats Initiative

Dr Rinkoo Ghosh: Living An Empathic & Resilient Life

Documenting Your Wishes – Planning Ahead & Organ Donation

My Caregiving Journey

Janet Koh: What Care Means To Me

Launch of DementiaHub.SG

Person-Centred Dementia Care: Applying the AGES Model For Long-Term Learning

Nothing About Us, Without Us: My Journey as a Dementia Advocate

Wayfinding And Dementia

Dementia And Work Skills – Give Us A Chance To Remain Employed

“Dementia” by Thomas Ong

Voices for Hope: Giving a Voice to Those With Dementia

H.O.P.E: Living a Normal Life With Dementia

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