EDIS (Experience Dementia in Singapore) Facilitator’s Notes
This guide is meant to aid trainers, educators or care professionals in facilitating a group session using the EDIS (Experience Dementia in Singapore) Web-based videos. It details questions and suggested answers to lead an open-group discussion for comparing the experience of a person living with dementia in the two different HDB virtual scenarios.
Living Inside with Dementia: How a Loving Son Created a Dementia-Friendly Home for his Dad
Source: Straits Times This interactive news feature by Straits Times explores how Daniel Lim, a loving son created a Dementia-Friendly Home for his dad.
Living Outside with Dementia: How Singapore builds its Dementia-Friendly Neighbourhoods
Source: Straits Times This interactive news feature by Straits Times explores how Singapore builds its Dementia-Friendly neighbourhoods.
#DespiteDementia: The Power of Love
“Whatever will be, will be, and you don’t have to worry about it because life goes on no matter what happens.” Just months after her husband was diagnosed with fourth-stage cancer, Katherine and her family were crushed to learn about her dementia diagnosis. A few years later, her husband passed away and the family had […]
#DespiteDementia: The Power of Courage
“Whatever life throws at me, I will keep on fighting.” When Anjang Rosli was diagnosed with young-onset dementia at only 50 years old, he and his wife Sarima were heartbroken. But Anjang’s story is one of courage; a choice to not let this diagnosis spell the end. As an advocate for dementia, Anjang actively educates […]
#DespiteDementia: The Power of Family
“I live my life with dignity and pride, despite dementia.” Peter Lim has been diagnosed with dementia for a decade, but he does not allow this condition to define him. Hear it from him and his supportive wife, Quee Eng, and son, Daniel, as they present The Power of Family.
Case Scenarios on Managing Behaviours of Concern
A resource for case workers supporting clients with mental health needs and their caregivers. Booklet comprises 11 sample case scenarios which aims to provide suggestions on how community partners better manage cases with dementia behaviours of concern in the community.
Tips for Engaging Resistant Clients
Case scenarios for mental health and dementia care professionals to help manage and engage with resistant clients. This video covers the following points: 1) Setting and managing boundaries 2) Refusal to participate in activities 3) Refusal to take medication
Tips for Conflict De-escalation
Case scenarios for mental health and dementia care professionals to help manage and de-escalate conflicts with clients. This video covers the following points: 1) Hallucination, agitation and suspicion2) Aggressive behaviour3) Suicidal ideation and self-harm
Making Public Transport Journeys Dementia-Friendly
Resource from the Lee Kwan Yew Centre of Innovative Cities, author Xin Yang examines the role of Singapore’s major public transport providers in making the public transportation network more dementia-friendly and inclusive.
Community Living Resource (Ang Mo Kio Edition)
Put together by the Ang Mo Kio Partners’ Network (AMKFSC Community Services, AWWA, Dementia Singapore, Tan Tock Seng Hospital and TOUCH Community Services), this Community Living Resource is a compilation of local amenities and services that Ang Mo Kio residents can tap on to live well in the community despite dementia.
Living With Dementia: A Resource Kit for Caregivers – Planning Care
This booklet offers tips for care planning, which includes sharing caregiving duties & making the home dementia-friendly
Mindfulness Exercise for Stroke Survivors & Caregivers (Chinese Version)
Take part in mindfulness exercise customized for stroke survivors in this video. This exercise is delivered in Mandarin
Mindfulness Exercise for Stroke Survivors & Caregivers (English Version)
Take part in mindfulness exercise customized for stroke survivors in this video. This exercise is delivered in English
Exercises for Stroke Patients – Lower Limb Exercises
This video features lower limb exercises such as knee exercise & weight shifting exercises that stroke survivors can do
Exercises for Stroke Patients – Upper Limb Exercises
This video features exercises that stroke survivors can do for the upper limbs like shoulder lifts & hand exercises
Exercises for Stroke Patients – Theraband Exercises
This video features the use of a theraband on the lower limbs during exercise can build strength in stroke survivors
Exercises for Stroke Patients – Fun Exercises With Household Items
This video shows how stroke survivors can use household items such as a water bottle or a laundry basket for exercise
Seated Psychomotoric Exercises
This video features seated psychomotoricfun exercises that will work on your loved one’s hand & bilateral coordination
Stay Home Workout With New Horizon Centre Bukit Batok (Rasa Sayang)
This video features a guided stay home workout session from NHC Bukit Batok. To prepare: a chair, space to move around
Stay Home Workout With New Horizon Centre Bukit Batok (Ai De Ni Ya He Chu Xun)
This video features a guided stay home workout session from NHC Bukit Batok. To prepare: a chair, space to move around
Stay Home Workout With New Horizon Centre Bukit Batok (Gao Shan Qing)
This video features a guided stay home workout session from NHC Bukit Batok. To prepare: a chair, space to move around
Stay Home Workout With New Horizon Centre Bukit Batok (Wang Chun Feng)
This video features a guided stay home workout session from NHC Bukit Batok. To prepare: a chair, space to move around
Stay Home Workout With New Horizon Centre Tampines (Group 1)
This video features a guided stay home workout session from NHC Tampines. To prepare: a chair, space to move around
Stay Home Workout With New Horizon Centre Tampines (Sitting 3)
This video features a guided stay home workout session from NHC Tampines. To prepare: a chair, space to move hands
Stay Home Workout With New Horizon Centre Tampines (Sitting 1)
This video features a guided stay home workout session from NHC Tampines. To prepare: a chair, space to move hands
Stay Home Workout With New Horizon Centre Tampines (Tara Band 1)
This video features a guided stay home workout session from NHC Tampines. To prepare: a chair & resistance band
Stay Home Workout With New Horizon Centre Toa Payoh (Group 2)
This video features a guided stay home workout session from NHC Toa Payoh. To prepare: a chair, space to move hands
Stay Home Workout With New Horizon Centre Toa Payoh (Group 1)
This video features a guided stay home workout session from NHC Toa Payoh. To prepare: a chair, space to move hands
Care.Cook.Inspire Cookbook Recipe – Dahi Vada
This video is a tutorial of how to cook Dahi Vada
Care.Cook.Inspire Cookbook Recipe – Fillet Fish Soup Lauk Singgang
This video is a tutorial of how to cook Fillet Fish Soup Lauk Singgang
Care.Cook.Inspire Cookbook Recipe – Mixed Bean Soup
This video is a tutorial of how to cook Mixed Bean Soup
Care.Cook.Inspire Cookbook Recipe – Spinach Soup in Rempah Titek
This video is a tutorial of how to cook Spinach Soup in Rempah Titek
Care.Cook.Inspire Cookbook Recipe – Shrimp Pasta
This video is a tutorial of how to cook Shrimp Pasta
Care.Cook.Inspire Cookbook Recipe – Blended Porridge with Vegetables & Meat
This video is a tutorial of how to cook Blended Porridge with Vegetables & Meat
Care.Cook.Inspire Cookbook Recipe – Mapo Tofu
This video is a tutorial of how to cook Mapo Tofu
Care.Cook.Inspire Cookbook Recipe – Chilled Longan With White Fungus & Jasmine Flowers
This video is a tutorial of how to cook Chilled Longan With White Fungus & Jasmine Flowers
Care.Cook.Inspire Cookbook Recipe – Bubor Cha Cha
This video is a tutorial of how to cook Bubor Cha Cha
Care.Cook.Inspire Cookbook Recipe – Steamed Chicken With Black Fungus & Mushrooms
This video is a tutorial of how to cook Steamed Chicken With Black Fungus & Mushrooms
Care.Cook.Inspire Cookbook Recipe – Roasted Chicken With Boiled Vegetables
This video is a tutorial of how to cook Roasted Chicken With Boiled Vegetables
Care.Cook.Inspire Cookbook Recipe – Teochew Steamed Fish
This video is a tutorial of how to cook Teochew Steamed Fish
Care.Cook.Inspire Cookbook Recipe – Steamed Egg With Minced Meat & Mushrooms
This video is a tutorial of how to cook Steamed Egg With Minced Meat & Mushrooms
Care.Cook.Inspire Cookbook
This cookbook offers recipes by caregivers that are simple, tasty, healthy & suitable for various medical conditions
Food for Thought – Eat Well, Live Well, Think Well Recipes (Set 2)
This resource offers 8 nutritious recipes like crispy oats dosa that will allow your loved one to eat, live & think well
Food for Thought – Eat Well, Live Well, Think Well Recipes (Set 1)
This resource offers 8 nutritious recipes like fish congee that will allow your loved one to eat, live & think well
JADe Digital Kit (Wedding)
The theme for this toolkit is Weddings. It comes with guiding questions, images, activities, & instructions
JADe Digital Kit (Lifestyle)
The theme for this toolkit is Lifestyle. It comes with guiding questions, images, activities, & instructions
JADe Digital Kit (Heritage)
The theme for this toolkit is Heritage. It comes with guiding questions, images, activities, & instructions
JADe Digital Kit (Cooking)
The theme for this toolkit is Cooking. It comes with guiding questions, images, activities, & instructions
JADe Digital Kit (Games)
The theme for this toolkit is Old School Games. It comes with guiding questions, images, activities, & instructions
15 Word Puzzles on Dementia
This is a series of word puzzles in Mandarin
Eat Well . Age Well . Live Well
This is a cookbook of 50 recipes, with options that are tasty, nutritious & suitable for various medical conditions
Joyfully Engaged Toolkit
This resource provides a list of activities for seniors who require assistance in most of their daily living activities
HeARTful Conversations – Art Therapy-Infused Acitivity Toolkit
This is an art therapy-infused activity resource for seniors and their caregivers
Caregiver Conversations Part 3 – Advice for Caregivers
This video features Janet Koh, who shares useful tips for caregivers to better care for their loved ones & themselves
Caregiver Conversations Part 2 – Resources for Caregivers
This video features Janet Koh, who shares useful resources such as financial grants to help caregivers in their journey
Caregiver Conversations Part 1 – Caregiving
This video features Janet Koh, who shares her experience caring for her mother who lives with dementia
A Caregiver’s Guide to Avoid Burnout by AIC
This resource features tips for managing negative emotions, coping with emotional burdens, self-care & respite time
Interview With Stella (Fei Yue)
This video provides an insight into the caregiving journey of a caregiver, Stella, & the positive effects of counselling
Temasek [email protected] Video
This video features the support & services from Temasek [email protected] available for those impacted by dementia
Mind Matters Resource Directory
This resource provides a comprehensive list of support & services for dementia & mental health issues in Singapore
Supporting Persons With Dementia: Tips & Personal Stories by & for Caregivers
Discover strategies and techniques offered by caregivers on how to deal with concerns such as confusion & restlessness
Ask the Expert: Episode 6 – Living With Dementia (Self-Care for Caregivers)
Ms Sharon Gan, a senior counsellor, & Mr Richard Ashworth, a caregiver, answer questions about self-care for caregivers
Ask the Expert: Episode 5 – Living With Dementia (Changes in Behaviour)
Dr Ng Wai Chong answer questions related to managing the behaviour changes of person living with dementia
Ask the Expert: Episode 4 – Living With Dementia (Daily Activities)
Ms Low Mui Lang answer questions about managing the daily activities for persons with dementia
Ask the Expert: Episode 3 – Living With Dementia (Communication)
Michelle,a caregiver, & Anjang,who lives with dementia, answer questions about communicating with persons with dementia
Ask the Expert: Episode 2 – Planning Ahead Finances & Legal
Mr Yue-En Chong, from the Law Society of Singapore, answers questions related to finances & legal planning
Ask the Expert: Episode 1 – Do I Have Dementia? Where to Seek Support?
Dr Chen Shiling, a physician, & Ms Emily Ong, a dementia advocate, answer questions about dementia diagnosis & treatment
Namaste Care Training Video for Caregivers
This video shows caregivers how to practise Namaste Care, especially for loved ones with moderate to advanced dementia
Namaste Care Toolkit – Our Journey
This video documents the Namaste Care focus group discussion in Singapore
Namaste Care Toolkit for Caregivers
This toolkit offers practical tips for communicating with your loved one & creating a conducive space for activities
Is Your Loved One Experiencing Sundowning?
This resource features information on the possible causes of sundowning & tips for caregivers to cope with it
Acitivities of Daily Living by AIC
This handbook offers caregivers a step-by-step guide on how to support their loved one with activities of daily living
Body Mechanics: Positioning, Moving and Transfers by AIC
This guidebook offers safety tips for caregivers who need to physically move their loved one from one place to another
Caregiving for Seniors: A Practical Guide
This handbook contains practical information & tips that caregivers can use to cope with the challenges they may face
Caring for the Elderly 101
This resource provides information on financial and legal matters, training, home modifications & self-care tips
A Caregiver’s Top 20 Questions
This document provides answers to frequently asked pre- & post-diagnosis-related questions from caregivers
Assisting People with Dementia with their Personal Care: Ideas and Tips for Carers
This booklet features practical tips for caregivers and care professionals of persons with moderate-to-advanced dementia
Dementia-Friendly Kebun Baru: Staying A Community
This video features candid conversations between seniors & children about their experience with dementia
Dementia-Friendly Kebun Baru: Interests With Dementia
This video features candid conversations between seniors with dementia & children about their interests
Dementia-Friendly Kebun Baru: Singing With Dementia
This video features candid interactions between seniors with dementia & children where they sing their favourite songs
Dementia-Friendly Kebun Baru: Conversations With Dementia
This video features candid conversations between seniors with dementia & children about their younger days
Going Home: A Short Film on Dementia
This film was produced by Vinn Bay & Tee Boon Leng as part of the 2009 Alzheimer’s Disease International conference
Our Grandfather Story
On this episode of ‘Can Ask Meh?’, hear more about persons with dementia, their condition as well as their caregivers
Reducing the Risk of Dementia via ABCD Activities
This video offers insight into the experience of a local caregiver and highlights 4 ways to reduce the risk of dementia
About Dementia by Dr Kua Video Part 8
This video features professional advice on how to manage behavioural changes & better communicate with your loved one
About Dementia by Dr Kua Video Part 7
This video provides insight into what the best diet is for persons with dementia
About Dementia by Dr Kua Video Part 6
This video features professional advice on how to encourage your loved one to get a dementia diagnosis
About Dementia by Dr Kua Video Part 5
This video addresses the notion that dementia is hereditary
About Dementia by Dr Kua Video Part 4
This video features professional advice on where you or your loved one should go to get a dementia diagnosis
Dementia Awareness: Foundation Level
This e-learning series offers information on understanding dementia, reducing risk & dementia-friendly communities
Remembering for the Two of Us
This book aims to help children understand dementia through the story & activities provided at the end of each chapter
All that Remains (Graphic Novel)
This graphic novel features stories & illustrations inspired by real-life experiences of families impacted by dementia
As You Are Now
This guidebook contains information on legal matters, first aid and dementia, home monitoring & road safety for seniors
Dementia Colabs (Executive Summary): Towards a dementia-inclusive Singapore
This is an executive summary that distils key points from the full Dementia Colabs report
Dementia Collabs (Full Report): Towards a dementia-inclusive Singapore
This report highlights the key points from Dementia Colabs discussions & ways to create a dementia-inclusive Singapore
Forget Us Not: Building a Dementia Friendly Community
This toolkit features information and tips on how to recognise and communicate with persons living with dementia
Changing Words, Touching Lives – Dementia Language Guidelines
This toolkit aims to guide readers to use the appropriate language when speaking to or about persons with dementia
5 Ways to Reduce Risk of Dementia
This infographic highlights 5 ways to reduce the risk of dementia
