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Announcements and Upcoming Events
Please click here to see the announcements and upcoming events in our home page.
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"Don't Forget To Remember Me"
A Play On Dementia
May-Jul 2009
This is a play dealing with the trials and tribulations of people with dementia and their struggles to come to terms with the illness. It is touching and thought-provoking; and presented in a mixture of Mandarin and English, with subtitles. It will be held at various community clubs and at Health Promotion Board (Singapore General Hospital) in May-June 2009. There will be post-show dialogues with the audience on dementia.
Free admission. Please click for details : May-Jun 2009, Jul 2009.
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Training Workshop for Domestic Helpers (English)
"Orientation To Dementia"
30 May & 6 Jun 2009 (Saturdays)
| Time: |
2pm to 5pm (to be seated by 1.45pm) |
| Venue: |
New Horizon Centre (Toa Payoh)
Blk 157 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh #01-1195 |
| Cost per workshop day: |
$10 per domestic helper;
$15 (package: domestic helper and a family caregiver) |
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Training Workshop for Domestic Helpers (Malay)
"Orientation To Dementia"
28 Mar & 4 Apr 2009 (Saturdays)
Please click here for details.
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Global Alzheimer's Disease Charter
Mar 2009
Please visit the website www.globalcharter.org. Help to support the petition to lift awareness of the dementia epidemic and the care needs of the 30 million people world wide (including Singapore) who have dementia. The target is to receive 10,000 signatures worldwide by March 2009.
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Dementia Awareness Week 2009
"Don't Forget To Remember Me"
A Play On Dementia
26-28 Mar 2009
This is a brand new play (duration about 45 minutes) dealing with the trials and tribulations of people with dementia and their struggles to come to terms with the illness. It is touching and thought-provoking; and presented in a mixture of Mandarin and English, with subtitles. There were post-show dialogues with the audience on dementia.
| Venue |
Jubilee Hall, Raffles Hotel |
| Date & Time |
26, 27 Mar: 8pm
28 Mar: 3pm, 8pm |
| Cost (excluding SISTIC fee) |
Tickets at SISTIC:
$10
$8 (senior citizens & students) |
Presented by The Necessary Stage and commissioned by Alzheimer's Disease Association (Singapore).
Please click here for details.
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24th International Conference of
Alzheimer's Disease International
"Dementia : Engaging Societies Around
The World"
25-28 Mar 2009
Organisers:- Alzheimer's Disease International and Alzheimer's Disease Association (Singapore)
This conference was held in Singapore. Visit the website www.adi2009.org for more information.
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News Release
24 Mar 2009
Please click here for our News Release on the Conference of Alzheimer's Disease International and the Dementia Awareness Week 2009.
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Dementia Awareness Week 2009
Films About Dementia
22-24 Mar 2009
Four films/movies about dementia portraying the impact of dementia on the lives of individuals and the challenges faced by their families.
Please click here for details.
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Dementia Awareness Week 2009
"Mass Exercise Workout and Memory Walk"
22 Mar 2009 (Sunday)
| Venue |
Marina Floating Platform,
next to Esplanade Theatre |
| Time |
0800 hrs |
| Cost |
Free |
Goodie bags. Please click here for details.
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Short-Film Competition
"Living with Dementia"
Deadline: 3pm on 23 Feb 2009
Open to students, the public and family caregivers of persons with dementia.
Attractive prizes to be won.
Please click here for details.
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'Orientation to Dementia'
(English) Workshop for Domestic Helpers
29 Nov and 6 Dec 2008 (Saturdays)
Time: 2.30pm- 4.30pm
Venue: New Horizon Centre ( Toa Payoh)
Blk 157, Lorong 1, Toa Payoh
#01-1195 Singapore 310157
Fee: $10 per person per workshop day.
Please click here for details.
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"Action For Dementia 2008"
Fundraising Gala Dinner
4 Dec 2008 (Thursday)
Time: 7.15 pm
Venue: Shangri-La Hotel
To raise funds for our 4th New Horizon Centre for dementia day care.
Please click here for details.
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Family Caregiver Conference
"Building Positive Relationships"
15 Nov 2008 (Saturday)
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Venue: The Legends Fort Canning
Park
Cost: $20 per person (includes coffee/tea breaks/lunch and goodie bag)
This is a conference for family caregivers of persons with dementia.
Please click here for details.
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Caregiver Support Group meetings
in English and Mandarin
Jan - Nov 2008
Please click the headers for details.
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World Alzheimer's Day
Public Forum in Malay
"Dementia : A Race Against Time"
18 Oct 2008 (Saturday)
Venue:
Tampines Regional Library, Level 3,
31 Tampines Ave 7
Cost: Free (refreshments provided)
Please click here for programme.
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World Alzheimer's Day
Public Forums in Mandarin & English
"Dementia : A Race Against Time"
20 Sep 2008 (Saturday)
Venue:
Health Promotion Board Auditorium, Level 7
3 Second Hospital Avenue [SGH]
Please click here for details.
To see the map more clearly, click here (slower download).
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"Orientation To Dementia"
Training Workshop for Domestic Helpers
23 & 30 Aug 2008 (Saturdays)
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Domestic Helper Training Workshop (in Malay)
"Orientation to Dementia"
15 & 22 Dec 2007 (Saturdays)
| Time: |
2pm to 5pm (to be seated by 1.45pm) |
| Venue: |
New Horizon Centre (Toa Payoh)
Blk 157 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh #01-1195 |
| Cost per workshop day: |
$10 per domestic helper;
$15 (package: domestic helper and a family caregiver) |
The speaker, Ms Ilyana Akbar, is a former Research Psychologist from Singapore General Hospital. She has experience working with persons with dementia and with their caregivers.
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(Mandarin) Caregiver Support Group meetings
| Date |
Topic |
| 24 Nov 2007 |
Taking Care of Oneself to Provide Better Care |
| 8 Sep 2007 |
Food and Nutrition in Dementia |
Time: 2.30pm - 4.30pm
Venue:
New Horizon Centre (Toa Payoh)
Cost: Free
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(English) Caregiver Support Group
monthly meetings up to Nov 2007
(There is no meeting in June and December)
| Date |
Topic |
| 17 Nov 2007 |
Taking Care of Oneself to Provide Better Care |
| 20 Oct 2007 |
Depression in Dementia |
| 15 Sep 2007 |
A Self-awareness Approach in Coping with Dementia |
Time: 3pm - 5pm
Venue:
New Horizon Centre (Toa Payoh)
Cost: Free
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Dementia Awareness Week 2007
"Film Screening and Discussion"
22 Sep 2007 (Saturday)
| Time: |
4.30pm |
| Venue: |
Gallery Theatre,
National Museum of Singapore |
| Tickets: |
$10 |
The Singapore Film Society in conjunction with the Japanese Film Festival 2007 presents
‘Oriume’ - A poignant tale of a person with Alzheimer’s disease and her relationship with her daughter-in-law, who becomes her caregiver. There was a post-film discussion with the audience and representatives from the Alzheimer’s Disease Association.
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Dementia Awareness Week 2007
"Dementia Awareness Exhibition"
21 Sep 2007 (Friday)
| Time: |
9.30am to 4.00pm |
| Venue: |
Atrium, Tan Tock Seng Hospital |
The Memory and Cognitive Disorders Service (Department of Geriatric Medicine) at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, in conjunction with World Alzheimer's Day, had an event to promote dementia awareness. This year's event focussed on the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach to the care of patients and families with dementia as well as poster exhibitions, booths put up by the various health care professionals, (i.e. Geriatricians, Nurse Clinicians, Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Dieticians, Medical Social Workers). Representatives from the Alzheimer's Disease Association and O’Joy Counselling service were also present. There were also lucky dips as well as cognitive games.
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"Caring For A Loved One With Advanced Dementia"
Training Workshop For Family Caregivers
18 Aug 2007 (Saturday)
| Time: |
8.30am to 4.30pm |
| Venue: |
New Horizon Centre (Toa Payoh)
Blk 157, Lorong 1, Toa Payoh, #01-1195 |
| Speakers: |
Include Geriatrician, Nurse Clinician (Dementia), Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Speech Therapist |
| Cost: |
$20 per person (includes refreshments, lunch and handouts) |
Please click here for details.
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Workshop on
"Person-Centred Approach To Dementia Care"
28 July 2007 (Saturday)
| Time: |
8.30am to 12.30pm |
| Venue: |
YWCA Fort Canning Lodge,
Pool Terrace Level 3 |
| Cost: |
$20 (includes tea break refreshments) |
Please click here for details.
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"Orientation To Dementia"
Domestic Helper Training Workshop (in Malay)
21 & 28 July 2007 (Saturdays)
| Time: |
2pm to 5pm |
| Venue: |
New Horizon Centre (Toa Payoh)
Blk 157, Lorong 1, Toa Payoh, #01-1195 |
| Speaker: |
Ms Ilyana Akbar
(former Research Psychologist from Singapore General Hospital and with experience working with dementia persons and their caregivers) |
| Cost per workshop day: |
$10 per domestic helper;
$15 (package: domestic helper and a family caregiver) |
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(Mandarin) Caregiver Support Group meeting
30 Jun 2007 (Sat)
Topic: Managing Behaviour in Dementia
Time: 2.30pm - 4.30pm
at New Horizon Centre (Toa Payoh)
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(Malay) Caregiver Support Group meeting
23 Jun 2007 (Sat)
Topic: Understanding Dementia
Time: 2.30pm - 4.30pm
at New Horizon Centre (Tampines)
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Flag Day
9 Jun 2007 (Saturday)
Thank you to all staff members and volunteers for their efforts which contributed to a successful flag day.
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"Orientation To Dementia"
Domestic Helper Training Workshop (in English)
21 & 28 Apr 2007 (Saturdays)
| Time: |
2pm to 5pm (to be seated by 1.45pm) |
| Venue: |
New Horizon Centre (Toa Payoh)
Blk 157, Lorong 1, Toa Payoh, #01-1195 |
| Speaker: |
Ms Esther Vanessa Chua
(former Nurse from Singapore General Hospital and with experience working with dementia persons and their caregivers) |
| Cost per workshop day: |
$10 per domestic helper;
$15 (package: domestic helper and a family caregiver) |
Click here for details.
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(Mandarin) Caregiver Support Group
31 Mar 2007 (Saturday)
Topic: Update On Dementia
Time: 2.30pm to 4.30pm (to be seated by 2.15pm)
Venue: New Horizon Centre (Toa Payoh)
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"Orientation To Dementia"
Domestic Helper Training Workshop (in Malay)
20 & 27 Jan 2007 (Saturdays)
| Time: |
2pm to 5pm (to be seated by 1.45pm) |
| Venue: |
New Horizon Centre (Toa Payoh)
Blk 157, Lorong 1, Toa Payoh, #01-1195 |
| Speaker: |
Ms Ilyana Akbar
(former Research Psychologist from Singapore General Hospital and with experience working with dementia persons and their caregivers) |
| Cost per workshop day: |
$10 per domestic helper;
$15 (package: domestic helper and a family caregiver) |
Click here for details.
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WORLD ALZHEIMER'S DAY 100th YEAR SPECIAL
Public Forums in English, Mandarin & Malay
Theme: No Time to Lose!
23 Sep 2006 (Saturday)
Join in to learn more about dementia, ways to reduce risks of getting dementia, experiences of living with dementia and support for the caregiver. There will also be an exhibition on dementia and dementia care and services by participating organisations.
English & Mandarin Forums (Click here for details)
Jointly organized by Alzheimer's Disease Association and Institute of Mental Health. Supported by Eisai, Lundbeck, Health Promotion Board and National Council of Social Service.
Time: 2pm to 5pm
Venue: YWCA Fort Canning Lodge - 6 Fort Canning Road
Cost: $5 per person (inclusive of light refreshments)
Malay Forum (Click here for details)
Jointly organized by Alzheimer's Disease Association and National Library Board. Supported by Eisai, Lundbeck and National Council of Social Service (Specialised Caregiver Support Service).
Time: 3pm to 5pm
Venue: Bedok Community Library - 21 Bedok North Street 1
Cost: FREE (inclusive of light refreshments) and seats are limited!
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WORLD ALZHEIMER'S DAY 100TH YEAR SPECIAL
'LIVING WITH DEMENTIA'
A National Photography Competition
Closing Date: 31 July 2006 Jointly organized by Alzheimer's Disease Association and Stanley Lim Colour Centre.
Supported by Eisai Asia Regional Services Pte Ltd and National Council of Social Service (Specialised Caregiver Support Service).
Objective: To present a more positive, human image of dementia
Photographs taken should reflect the reality of living with dementia, respecting the dignity of people with dementia and focusing on the person behind the disease instead of the illness itself. The theme "Living with Dementia" will otherwise be left open to interpretation.
Categories:
(i) Student (secondary schools and tertiary institutions)
(ii) Open (public with no age limit) Each individual can submit a maximum number of 3 photographs in 6R prints or digital (resolution to be at least 2000 x 1500 pixels), together with the official entry form below. Please read terms and conditions before submitting your entries.
Prizes for each category:
- 1st Prize: $300 cash and $300 photography course voucher at Stanley Lim Colour Centre2nd Prize: $200 cash and $200 photography course voucher at Stanley Lim Colour Centre3rd Prize: $150 cash and $150 photography course voucher at Stanley Lim Colour Centre
- 5 Consolation Prizes: $100 cash and $100 photography course voucher at Stanley Lim Colour Centre
The 3 best winning entries will stand a chance to compete at the International Photography Competition "Living with Dementia" organized by Alzheimer's Disease International.
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