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CAREGIVER SUPPORT AND TRAINING A P RI L- SE P T E MB E R 2 018 D E M EN T I A HE L P L I NE 6377 070 0
MESSAGE
TO ALL CAREGIVERS,
“ Doctors diagnose, nurses heal, and
caregivers make sense of it all.
- Brett Lewis
This fittingly sums up the role of caregivers and the
responsibilities they shoulder when embarking on a journey to
provide care to their loved ones. With multiple responsibilities
and expectations, the caregiving journey can become
challenging. Therefore, supporting caregivers remains a priority
of Alzheimer’s Disease Association (ADA).
This booklet aims to provide easy access to information on
CONTENTS
ADA’s programmes and services. The integrated information
also allows caregivers to identify their needs and plan their
learning to enhance their caregiving skills and abilities.
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Through our various caregiver support groups and training
Section 1:
programmes, ADA hopes to equip caregivers with knowledge
and skills in dementia care, while acknowledging their unique Caregiver Support Group
caregiving experiences with the ultimate aim to empower and
encourage transformation in their caregiving journey.
11 Section 2:
Training for Family
Caregivers
14 Section 3:
Training for Foreign
Domestic Workers
18 Section 4:
Registration Details
for Caregiver Training
WHAT IS Are you experiencing caregiver
stress, seeking information on
Caregiver Support Groups (English)
CAREGIVER
Caregiver Support Group
dementia care, or wanting to meet
other caregivers? DATE TOPIC VENUE
SUPPORT Join the Alzheimer’s Disease
Chronic Illnesses Management
GROUP?
Association (ADA) Caregiver 07 Apr 2018 JP
for Persons with Dementia
Support Group!
Caregiver Support Groups provide
an opportunity for respite, while 28 Apr 2018 Expressive Art Therapy Workshop TP
meeting other caregivers in similar
situations to share caregiving
Sundown Symptoms Management
experiences and practical tips, 19 May 2018 BB
in Dementia Care
learn about dementia, and
discover resources in a relaxed
and safe environment. 26 May 2018 Young Onset Dementia Care TP
Sessions are conducted in English
for two hours, consisting of a talk
by a guest speaker and a sharing 23 Jun 2018 Effective Communication in Dementia Care JP
session amongst caregivers.
Using Stimulating Activities to Engage
30 Jun 2018 TP
Persons with Dementia
Venues
To register BB 14 Jul 2018
When is it the Right Time?
- Nursing Homes and Other Care BB
Please call our Dementia Helpine New Horizon Centre (Bukit Batok)
Arrangements
at 6377 0700 or register online at Blk 511 Bukit Batok St 52, #01-211,
www.alz.org.sg. Alternatively, email S(650511)
us at registration@alz.org.sg.
JP 28 Jul 2018 Community Resources in Dementia Care TP
Please register at least two weeks New Horizon Centre (Jurong Point)
before the scheduled sessions. 1 Jurong West Central 2, #04-04,
Jurong Point Shopping Centre, Providing Comfort and Quality of Life
Caregiver Support Group S(648886) 04 Aug 2018 JP
in Late Stage Dementia Care
sessions are free of charge
(unless specified). TP
New Horizon Centre (Toa Payoh) Anxiety, Depression and Sleep Issues
Blk 157 Toa Payoh Lorong 1, #01-1195, 18 Aug 2018 TP
in Dementia
S(310157)
Note: Topics and schedules are subjected to change without prior notice.
Note: Our Caregiver Support Group
is strictly for family caregivers of
Timing
persons with dementia. 2.30pm to 4.30pm.
Participants are to be seated by 2.15pm.
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何谓关护者 您是否正面临着关护者压力，在
寻找有关失智症的资料或想与其
关护者互助小组(华语)
互助小组？
他关护者交流？
Caregiver Support Group
日期 课题 地点
欢迎您参加新加坡失智症协会的
关护者互助小组！ 12 May 2018
户外瑜伽
TB
(Outdoor Yoga)
关护者互助小组提供您一个喘息
的空间，在一个轻松安全的环境 失智症慈怀疗护
中与其他面临相同经历的关护者
16 Jun 2018 TB
(Palliative Care in Dementia)
交流关护经验，同时吸取失智症
及相关的关护知识和社区支援的 社区资源
资料。
07 Jul 2018 TB
(Community Resources in Dementia Care)
关护者互助小组将会以华语进 饮食与营养
行，为持两小时。
小组包括由受邀 25 Aug 2018
(Food and Nutrition)
TB
嘉宾演讲和关护者讨论及分享。
注:主题和议程可能会更改
若有兴趣报名 地点
请拨打失智症援助热线 6377 TB
0700 或到www.alz.org.sg报名。 Family of Wisdom(Tiong Bahru)
您也可以电邮到registration@ 瑞智互助家庭（中峇鲁）
alz.org.sg。请在至少两个星期前 298 Tiong Bahru Road,
报名。 #10-05 Central Plaza, S(168730)
关护者互助小组昰免费的。
时间
（除非另有说明）
10.30am至12.30pm
请在10.15am就坐
注：新加坡失智症协会的关护者互
助小组仅限于家庭关护者参与。
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APAKAH ITU “
Adakah anda mengalami tekanan
menjaga pesakit demensia? I always appreciate and benefitted from
KUMPULAN
Caregiver Support Group
Adakah anda mencari maklumat gaining more knowledge on dementia from
untuk penjagaan pesakit demensia
the speaker and sharing with other caregivers.
SOKONGAN atau berminat untuk bertemu
penjaga-penjaga lain? - Mdm T (Participant of open caregiver support group)
PENJAGA? Sertai
Penjaga
Kumpulan
Alzheimer’s
Sokongan
Disease
Association (ADA)! Kumpulan Sokong Penjaga (Melayu)
Kumpulan Sokongan Penjaga TARIKH TOPIK LOKASI
menyediakan peluang kepada
para penjaga untuk berehat sambil Sumber Masyarakat
bertemu para penjaga lain yang 05 May 2018 dalam Penjagaan Demensia TB
mengalami situasi sama, untuk (Community Resources in Dementia Care)
berkongsi pengalaman penjagaan
dan tip-tip praktikal yang berguna, Pencegahan dari jatuh
serta belajar tentang demensia di 21 Jul 2018 dan Keselamatan di dalam rumah TB
dalam persekitaran yang selamat (Fall Prevention and Home Safety)
dan selesa.
Mengurusi tingkah laku yang mencabar
Sesi-sesi ini dikendalikan dalam 29 Sep 2018 TB
(Managing Responsive Behaviours)
bahasa Melayu merangkumi
ceramah oleh penceramah
jemputan dan sesi perkongsian Nota: Topik dan jadual tertakluk kepada perubahan tanpa notis.
antara penjaga selama dua jam.
Untuk mendaftar Lokasi
“ The programme
was very well run,
Sila hubungi talian Dementia
the staff are attentive
Helpline di 6377 0700 atau daftar TB and knowledgeable.
secara online di www.alz.org.sg. Family of Wisdom Centre
Alternatif lain, emel kami di (Tiong Bahru) We, as caregivers,
registration@alz.org.sg. 298 Tiong Bahru Road, #10-05, feel very supported
Central Plaza, S(168730)
Sila daftar dua minggu sebelum throughout.
sesi yang dijadualkan. Well done!
Masa
Sesi Kumpulan Sokongan Penjaga
10.30 pagi hingga 12.30 petang.
Keep it up!
adalah percuma.
Sila hadir sebelum jam 10.15 pagi. - Ms Ho
Nota: Kumpulan Sokongan Penjaga (Participant of closed
kami hanya untuk ahli keluaraga caregiver support group)
yang menjaga pesakit demensia.
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CLOSED CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP CLOSED CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
HOLISTIC WELL-BEING CAREGIVERS
Caregiver Support Group
FOR PERSONS WITH WHO ARE SINGLE
DEMENTIA It has been recognised that
Who Should
caregivers who are single may
Overall Who Should have specific and unique needs Attend
and thoughts about caregiving.
Objectives Attend Thus, this support group is
• Family caregivers who are
caring for their loved ones
• Provide a holistic understanding • Family caregivers who are caring started with the following diagnosed with dementia, and
of the changing needs of a for their loved ones diagnosed objectives: • Single (i.e. not married,
person with dementia with dementia and are keen to widowed, divorced), and
learn and acquire knowledge and • Discuss caregiving experiences
• Equip caregivers with various
skills in these areas, and and choices • Able to speak and comprehend
knowledge and skills to manage
• Support caregivers to find English and can commit to
these changing needs • Able to speak and comprehend
meaning and purpose in their attending all 5 sessions of this
• Gain understanding and learn English and can commit to
caregiving closed support group
how to care for yourself as a attending all 5 sessions of this
caregiver closed support group • Foster and enhance support for
self and fellow caregivers
DATE TOPIC VENUE
DATE TOPIC VENUE
The Brain - Understanding how Dementia
12 May 2018 Affects Behaviours and Psychology
23 June 2018 First Link
of a Person
10.30am – 10.30am –
12.30pm 12.30pm
How Dementia Affects Communication 30 June 2018 Second Choice
19 May 2018
and Swallowing Caregiver Support Caregiver Support
Centre, Centre,
70 Bendemeer 07 July 2018 Third Hand
26 May 2018 Dementia and Daily Care 70 Bendemeer
Road, Road,
Luzerne Building Luzerne Building
14 July 2018 Moving Forth
02 June 2018 Dementia and Incontinence #03-02A, #03-02A,
S(339940) S(339940)
21 July 2018 Closure
09 June 2018 Dementia Care and You
There are limited vacancies for this group; registration will be on first come, first
There are limited vacancies for this group; registration will be on first come, first served basis and will close on 08 June 2018. No walk-ins will be accommodated
served basis and will close on 20 April 2018. No walk-ins will be accommodated as this is a closed support group.
as this is a closed support group.
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FAMILY CAREGIVER CORE MODULE:
TRAINING PROGRAMME Living with Dementia
Caring for a person with dementia can be very difficult at times. • Recognise the symptoms of dementia and
Dementia not only affects the person living with the condition, its impact on the person with dementia
but the entire family. The greatest challenge is on you, the and caregivers.
caregiver. With better understanding of dementia, you can plan
• Appreciate the principles of Person-Centred Care.
and cope with the challenges that you may encounter in your
caregiving journey. • Communicate effectively with the person with dementia.
• Understand the nature of behavioural and psychological symptoms
Family Caregiver Training Programme (FCTP) is a two-day of dementia.
Training for Family Caregivers
programme designed to support you in your caregiving role.
• Identify a range of strategies to cope with the changing behaviour of
Comprising of core and elective modules, this programme
persons with dementia
provides you with essential knowledge and skills to care for the
person with dementia using the Person-Centred approach. The
interactive training workshops serve as a platform for you to gain ELECTIVE MODULE 1:
new insights into caring for the person with dementia and yourself,
share real-life scenarios for discussion, and identify potential Purposeful and Meaningful
strategies for managing caregiver stress. Engagement
Due to changes in their thinking abilities, and reduced motivation, persons
with dementia struggle to continue with everyday activities, interests and
valued roles. Family caregivers will learn creative ways of engaging the
person with dementia in purposeful and meaningful activities to enhance
their physical and psychological wellbeing.
ELECTIVE MODULE 2:
A Positive Approach to
Challenging Behaviour
Changes in the behaviour of persons with dementia often appear challenging
to their caregivers, family and friends. The impact of behavioural and
psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) may be minimised through
the use of positive methods of communication, environmental modification,
and by addressing unmet needs. In this workshop, participants will identify
ways to manage their everyday challenges in caregiving through a problem-
solving approach.
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FAMILY CAREGIVER TRAINING PROGRAMME
DEMENTIA CARE
When are the Training TRAINING WORKSHOPS
Sessions? FOR FOREIGN DOMESTIC
MODULE TIME DATE
WORKERS (FDWs)
21 Apr 2018 FDWs find it challenging to cope when a person with dementia
exhibits behaviours such as repetitive questioning, agitation and
07 Jul 2018 anger. They may find it difficult to assist the person with dementia
Core Module:
9.00am – 5.00pm
Living with Dementia in daily activities such as eating, taking a shower and going to
20 Oct 2018
the toilet. As the condition progresses, the person’s mental and
19 Jan 2019 physical capacity changes, affecting his/her ability to express
thoughts and emotions. Communication can be challenging. As
19 May 2018 such, FDWs may struggle to address the person’s needs and wants.
The following training modules are designed to cover different
Elective Module 1: 04 Aug 2018
aspects of dementia care to equip FDWs with practical knowledge
Purposeful and Meaningful 9.30am – 12.30pm
Engagement 17 Nov 2018 and skills to handle different challenges that they will face in caring
for the person with dementia.
23 Feb 2019 • Core Module – Essentials of Dementia Care
• Elective Modules – Caring for a Person with Dementia
23 Jun 2018
Training for Foreign
Domestic Workers
The FDWs will learn these modules through classroom lecture,
Elective Module 2: 22 Sep 2018 experiential learning, group discussions, sharing & role play.
A Positive Approach 9.30am – 12.30pm
to Challenging Behaviour 08 Dec 2018
Why should I send my domestic
02 Mar 2019 worker for training?
• To gain knowledge and practical
“ The Family Caregiver Training Programme (FCTP)
is a good programme that helps participants learn
skills in dementia care from
specialists in the field
• To facilitate employers who
from one another. The facilitator was knowledgeable, are applying for the *Foreign
encouraging, and helpful in sharing her personal Domestic Worker Grant (FDWG)
experiences. I realised I was not alone - there are other
caregivers who need help and training. I recommend *The FDWG is administered by the
training for everyone, including young adults. Agency for Integrated Care (AIC).
Please visit www.silverpages.sg to find out more
- Kok Wai Tong (Family Caregiver)
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CORE MODULE: ELECTIVE MODULES:
Essentials of Dementia Care Caring for a Person with Dementia
This is a one-day training workshop that offers core information and
This is a series of training workshops, which comprises of seven elective
useful techniques for domestic workers to apply when caring for a person
modules covering different aspects of dementia care. It offers coping
with dementia.
strategies and useful techniques for domestic workers to apply in a home
It is conducted in English, Malay & Burmese from 9.00am to 5.00pm. environment. Participants are recommended to attend all seven modules
to be equipped with knowledge and skills in dementia care.
Modules are conducted in English & Malay from 9.30am to 12.30pm.
MODULE SYNOPSIS DATE
Essentials of Participants will learn : 14 Apr
See schedule on page 17.
Dementia Care 2018
• Orientation on • how to identify the signs and 28 Jul
Dementia symptoms of dementia; 2018
• Managing • how dementia causes changes in the
Changing behaviour of a person and ways to 06 Oct
Behaviour manage these behaviours; and 2018
• Effective • techniques to communicate with the
Communication person with dementia effectively 05 Jan
2019
Training for Foreign
Domestic Workers
“ The ADA training gave me good ideas to help grandma
eat and swallow better. I learnt how to recognise when
grandma is taking too long to eat; what taking too long
may mean and what I should then do. I also learnt the
importance of daily exercise for older people so that their
muscles can still work well.
- Riza Salajog Burgos
(Foreign Domestic Worker
Training participant)
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MODULE SYNOPSIS DATE REGISTRATION DETAILS
Participants will gain a better understanding FOR CAREGIVER
Elective
Module 1:
of the impact of dementia on Activities
of Daily Living (ADL), and learn tips on
assisting persons with dementia with
05 May
2018
TRAINING
Everyday Care
their ADLs through the Prepare, Involve & How do I register?
Comfort (PIC) model • Via phone call at Dementia Helpline 6377 0700
• Via email at: caregiver_training@alz.org.sg
Elective • Online: www.alz.org.sg
Participants will learn to identify and
Module 2: 02 Jun
conduct suitable activities for persons
Meaningful 2018 What are the course fees for Core & Elective modules?
with dementia.
Activities • Per Core Module : $140 (without CTG) or min $10 co-payment
(with CTG), dependent on eligibility and CTG balance.
• Per Elective Module : $50 (without CTG) or min $10 co-payment
Elective Participants will learn about factors causing
18 Aug (with CTG), dependent on eligibility and CTG balance.
Module 3: falls, fall prevention and correct techniques
2018
Fall Prevention of assisting someone who has had a fall. What is Caregivers Training Grant (CTG)?
The Caregivers Training Grant (CTG) is a $200 annual subsidy that allows
Elective Participants will comprehend the mechanics caregivers to attend approved courses to better care for their loved ones.
Module 4: of swallowing, how dementia can impact 01 Sep Only care recipients who are Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent
Managing swallowing, and ways to manage food 2018 Residents are eligible for this grant. The CTG is administered by AIC.
Mealtimes refusal in persons with dementia. Please visit www.silverpages.sg/CTG to find out more.
What documents are required to register for the training?
Elective
• A copy of the Family Caregiver’s NRIC
Module 5: Participants will learn home safety
Creating A considerations for persons with dementia 03 Nov • A copy of the Care Recipient’s NRIC
Comfortable as well as practical tips to provide a safe 2018 • A copy of the doctor’s memo confirming a diagnosis of dementia
& Safe environment • A copy of the Foreign Domestic Worker’s work permit
Environment (for FDW training only)
• Completed CTG Application Form
Participants will comprehend the nutritional (only for caregivers who wish to utilise the CTG)
Elective
needs of persons with dementia, strategies
Module 6: 01 Dec What is the mode of payment?
to overcome under-eating or over-eating
Managing 2018 • Payment can be made by cash or cheque made payable to
and the importance of a healthy and
for Caregiver Training
Food Nutrition “ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE ASSOCIATION”
Registration Details
balanced diet.
• Payment and all supporting documents should reach us at least seven
days before the training date.
Participants will learn how to manage
Elective • Please note that the course fee for training is non-refundable.
their emotions and cope with stress by 16 Feb
Module 7:
discussing their roles and job expectations 2019 Where is the training held?
Self-Care
as a caregiver. Alzheimer’s Disease Association (ADA) Resource & Training Centre
70 Bendemeer Road #06-02, Luzerne Building, Singapore 339940
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ADA provides care for persons with dementia at our New Horizon Centres and
Family of Wisdom centres. Caregivers may receive education and support from
the ADA Resource and Training Centre and Caregiver Support Centre.
ADA Resource & Training Centre Family of Wisdom (Toa Payoh)
70 Bendemeer Road 7A Lorong 8 Toa Payoh
#06-02 Luzerne Building, S 339940 #01-01 Agape Village, S 319264
Monday - Friday: 9.00am - 6.00pm Monday - Friday: 8.30am - 5.30pm
6293 9971 6904 4095
Caregiver Support Centre New Horizon Centre (Bukit Batok)
70 Bendemeer Road Blk 511 Bukit Batok Street 52, #01-211,
#03-02A Luzerne Building, S 339940 S 650511
Monday - Friday: 9.00am - 6.00pm Monday - Friday: 7.30am - 6.30pm
6389 5121 6565 9958
Dementia Helpline New Horizon Centre (Jurong Point)
Monday - Friday: 9.00am - 6.00pm 1 Jurong West Central 2, #04-04
6377 0700 Jurong Point Shopping Centre,
S 648886
ADAcafé@AgapeV Monday - Friday: 7.30am - 6.30pm
7A Lorong 8 Toa Payoh 6790 1650
#01-01 Agape Village, S 319264
Monday - Friday: 8.30am-5.30pm New Horizon Centre (Tampines)
6904 4095 Blk 362 Tampines Street 34, #01-377,
S 520362
Family of Wisdom (Bendemeer) Monday - Friday: 7.30am - 6.30pm
72 Bendemeer Road 6786 5373
#05-29 Luzerne Building, S 339941
Monday - Friday: 9.00am - 6.00pm New Horizon Centre (Toa Payoh)
6291 6268 Blk 157 Toa Payoh Lorong 1, #01-1195,
S 310157
Family of Wisdom (Tiong Bahru) Monday - Friday: 7.30am - 6.30pm
298 Tiong Bahru Road 6353 8734
#10-05 Central Plaza, S 168730
Monday - Friday: 8.30am - 5.30pm
6593 6440 / 6593 6442
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