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By Fong Chow Ho Demena Day Care Dr Irene Khoo, one of our Management Commiee members has kindly sponsored 4 sessions of chair yoga for our Demena Day Care clients. It was conducted during the period of September to October 2007, once a week with each session lasng between 45 minutes to a maximum of an hour. The trainers were from Women's Iniave for Ageing Successfully (WINGS), a non-profit center catered for women in their 40’s and beyond. The yoga sessions consisted of modified yoga movements to suit the elderly. The classes were made livelier by the trainers’ modified movements to songs like twinkle twinkle lile stars, or short sing-along sessions to get the elderly to join in by clapping their hands. To maximize the efficacy of the sessions, we invited about 10 clients from Day Rehabilitaon Centre to join in the sessions. Surprisingly, the elderly, especially the ones from Demena Day Care, were able to sustain their aenon and enjoyed the sessions very much. They were aenve and parci- pated acvely. They enjoyed themselves in the yoga sessions so much that they were looking forward for more. Unfortunately the trainers were not able to connue to conduct more sessions. Our occupaonal therapist and day care staff who were present at the sessions have learned the movements and steps, enabling us to connue to conduct these sessions. A BIG THANK YOU to Dr Irene Khoo! Vol 13 l May 2008 - Oct 2008 Contents 2. Founder’s Teaching A Healthy Lifestyle May Just Help Keep Dementia At Bay 3. Chinese New Year Celebrations @ SWAMI Home 4. Mdm Er Receives Help To Pick Her Life Up Happenings In SWAMI Home 6. Snapshots 8. Our Volunteers – Sunshine Angels 11. Continuous Nursing Education Staff Trip to Malaysia 12. Volunteers Wanted Chair Yoga for Dementia Daycare clients MICA (P) NO. 176/04/2008
Transcript of MICA (P) NO. 176/04/2008 Vol 13 l May 2008 - Oct 2008 ... · PDF fileChair Yoga for Dementia...
By Fong Chow HoDemen�a Day Care
Dr Irene Khoo, one of our Management Commi�ee members has kindly sponsored 4 sessions of chair yoga for our Demen�a Day Care clients. It was conducted during the period of September to October 2007, once a week with each session las�ng between 45 minutes to a maximum of an hour. The trainers were from Women's Ini�a�ve for Ageing Successfully (WINGS), a non-profit center catered for women in their 40’s and beyond.
The yoga sessions consisted of modified yoga movements to suit the elderly. The classes were made livelier by the trainers’ modified movements to songs like twinkle twinkle li�le stars, or short sing-along sessions to get the elderly to join in by clapping their hands.
To maximize the efficacy of the sessions, we invited about 10 clients from Day Rehabilita�on Centre to join in the sessions. Surprisingly, the elderly, especially the ones from Demen�a Day Care, were able to sustain their a�en�on and enjoyed the sessions very much. They were a�en�ve and par�ci-pated ac�vely.
They enjoyed themselves in the yoga sessions so much that they were looking forward for more. Unfortunately the trainers were not able to con�nue to conduct more sessions. Our occupa�onal therapist and day care staff who were present at the sessions have learned the movements and steps, enabling us to con�nue to conduct these sessions.
A BIG THANK YOU to Dr Irene Khoo!
Vol 13 l May 2008 - Oct 2008
Contents2. Founder’s Teaching A Healthy Lifestyle May Just Help Keep Dementia At Bay
3. Chinese New Year Celebrations @ SWAMI Home
4. Mdm Er Receives Help To Pick Her Life Up Happenings In SWAMI Home
6. Snapshots
8. Our Volunteers – Sunshine Angels
11. Continuous Nursing Education Staff Trip to Malaysia
12. Volunteers Wanted
We would like to hear from you.We value your feedback. If you have any comments, suggestions or queries on our newsletter or our services, please write, fax or email to:
The EditorSunshine Welfare Action Mission5 Sembawang Walk, Singapore 757717. Tel: 6257 6117 Fax: 6754 8443 Email: [email protected]
Editorial CommitteeAdvisor Chief Editor The Team Printed by Published by Robert Lim K. Ravintheran Alan Chen FJ Vanity Sunshine Welfare Alicia Wong Business Action Mission Staff Contributors Services 6853 9160
Volunteers Wanted
As with any other non-profit organizations, volunteers are an invaluable resource for SWAMI Home. Volunteers are currently needed in the following areas of care: -
• Delivering meals to the elderly staying in the community • Escorting the elderly to polyclinics and hospitals for medical check-ups • Cooking light snacks for the elderly at the Day Rehabilitation Centre • Befriending the elderly • Conducting art & craft and culinary activities for the elderly
Are you in search of meaningful activities to spend your time? Do you have the patience, desire and time to serve the elderly? We welcome committed and passionate individuals to join us and support our cause. To find out more, please contact Pamela at 65103338, or [email protected].
All work no play makes Jack a dull boy. Apart from providing training and upgrading of skills to its staff, SWAMI Home also ensures that their welfare is well attended to. During September last year, while not disrupting the daily operations, the staff went on a 3 Days 2 Nights trip to Kuala Lumpur and Sunway Lagoon in Malaysia.
Staff Trip to Malaysia
Chair Yoga for Dementia Daycare clientsMICA (P) NO. 176/04/2008
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By Indira KrishnanHome Help Department
Mdm Er, a 55-year-old widow suffering from Schizophrenia, has never worked and has been dependent on a church and her sisters-in-law for financial assistance. The church gives her family $135 a month and some $20 NTUC vouchers while her children receive $2 per day each as pocket money.
Her husband, the primary breadwinner of the family, passed away in December last year from terminal nose cancer. His death had a drastic emotional effect on Mdm Er, causing her to become very forgetful,
Mdm Er receives help to pick her life upOur volunteers - Sunshine AngelsESN Inter-agency Carnival cum Concert 07
On the Saturday afternoon of 15 December 2007, 15 residents accompanied by staff and Sunshine Angels, took part in the ESN Inter-agency Carnival cum Concert 07 held in Yishun Junior College. The event, organized by Elderly Sector Networking group (ESN), invited elderly beneficiaries from various organizations to enjoy a day of fun and games with the volunteers. Various groups of volunteers set up food and games stalls. Sunshine Angels too had a stall, selling coffee, tea and bread toast. The elderly were treated to a series of performances, including a traditional Burmese dance item by our talented nursing staff – K. Soe Thu and Ei Ei Khin.
OutingAre you excited about traveling in the MRT to Chinatown? Unlikely. In fact, taking the MRT is such a huge part of the ordinary Singaporean’s life and a mundane routine that hardly anyone would pause and give some thoughts about it. However, for 20 residents, 6 October 2007 was a day they had been eagerly anticipating all week. Organized by Sunshine Angels, the residents set off for their outing and started with a train ride from Punggol station and alighted at Chinatown station. The e lder l y had the chance to look a round var ious par ts o f Chinatown, did some shopping and settled down for dinner in a Chinese eat ing house. The last stop was a vis i t to the newly-completed Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, where everyone could not help but marvel at its grandeur and splendid architecture.
making it extremely dangerous for her to do any work.
Despite being in such a situation, Mdm Er’s children are doing well in school. Both of them are currently pursuing their A-level education. SWAMI Home Help Service is helping the family by providing Escort service for Mdm Er’s medical follow-up in the hospital. She is also being provided with Meal Delivery service. Mdm Er is thankful that both her children now understand the importance of being responsible persons.
Volunteering activity by BD Medical
AmCham Corporate Community Day was held on 3 November 2007 where member companies of AmCham (American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore) conduct various volunteering events in Singapore. This year, SWAMI Home is once again privileged to be the organization chosen by BD Medical to partner with for its employee volunteering activity. Volunteers from BD Medical came and put up various performances such as a magic show, children’s singing and food demonstrations to entertain and interact with the elderly.
Happenings in SWAMI Home
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Befriending Walk at Bishan ParkWith the objectives of raising awareness of the eldercare services and fostering a family-like spirit amongst lonely seniors, their family and volunteers, Lions Befrienders Service Association (Singapore) organized a Befriending Walk on 4 November 2007 at Bishan Park 1. The Guest-of-Honour of the event was Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong.
SWAMI Home was part of this campaign. We set up a booth during the event to increase awareness of the services offered by us. The booth provided free physiotherapy services and advice. Many enthusiastic elderly participants also came by the booth to take part in our ‘10,000-steps Challenge’. Thanks to the generous support from sponsors, we prepared goodie bags to giveaway to some 1,000 participants of the event.
“Karung guni” for a day!320 Secondary 2 students from Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School woke up earlier than usual on Saturday morning, 19 January 2008, to get a hands-on experience of being a “karung guni” worker for a day. The collection of old newspapers, textbooks, clothing and other items was initiated by Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School in order to raise funds for SWAMI Home. The five-hour long collection raised a total of $1,343.79 for SWAMI Home! Thanks to our partner, SembEnviro Pte Ltd, who made this project possible, and kudos to the wonderful students at AISS!
Our volunteers - Sunshine AngelsChristmas CelebrationThe Auditorium was transformed to a white, Christmassy affair by Sunshine Angels for an exceptional celebration in
SWAMI Home on 22 December 2007. Volunteers and staff were divided into 2 teams to battle against each other in
games and challenges. The audience were also entertained with enthralling song performances and dance numbers
put up by volunteers and staff. What is a Christmas celebration without some Christmas fare? Everyone enjoyed the
sumptuous spread of food prepared by Sunshine Angels.
Chinese New Year celebrationOn the fourth day of the Lunar New Year, 10 February 2008, Sunshine Angels organized a Chinese New Year
dinner for staff, residents and volunteers. The dinner kicked off to a vivacious start with the traditional lion
dance and dragon dance. Our residents also did not miss out on another must-have during Chinese New Year –
tossing of yusheng. Mr Raymond Kwek, our staff and volunteers took turns to entertain the audience with their
melodious singing as we tucked into the delectable 9-course fare.
Happenings in SWAMI Home
Volunteering Service by North West Community Development Division on 22 Oct 2007 Christmas Celebration with Staff & Residents’ Family on 15 Dec 2007
Home Nursing Foundation Seniors’ Nite @ Singapore Expo on 2 Feb 2008
Mini Olympics & Birthday Celebration with Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School
SWAMI Home Founder’s Day Celebration on 17 Nov 2007
Visit by Singapore Association for Mental Health (SAMH) on 27 Dec 2007
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Snapshots of Events
Volunteering Service by North West Community Development Division on 22 Oct 2007 Christmas Celebration with Staff & Residents’ Family on 15 Dec 2007
Home Nursing Foundation Seniors’ Nite @ Singapore Expo on 2 Feb 2008
Mini Olympics & Birthday Celebration with Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School
SWAMI Home Founder’s Day Celebration on 17 Nov 2007
Visit by Singapore Association for Mental Health (SAMH) on 27 Dec 2007
06 07
Snapshots of Events
08 05
Befriending Walk at Bishan ParkWith the objectives of raising awareness of the eldercare services and fostering a family-like spirit amongst lonely seniors, their family and volunteers, Lions Befrienders Service Association (Singapore) organized a Befriending Walk on 4 November 2007 at Bishan Park 1. The Guest-of-Honour of the event was Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong.
SWAMI Home was part of this campaign. We set up a booth during the event to increase awareness of the services offered by us. The booth provided free physiotherapy services and advice. Many enthusiastic elderly participants also came by the booth to take part in our ‘10,000-steps Challenge’. Thanks to the generous support from sponsors, we prepared goodie bags to giveaway to some 1,000 participants of the event.
“Karung guni” for a day!320 Secondary 2 students from Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School woke up earlier than usual on Saturday morning, 19 January 2008, to get a hands-on experience of being a “karung guni” worker for a day. The collection of old newspapers, textbooks, clothing and other items was initiated by Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School in order to raise funds for SWAMI Home. The five-hour long collection raised a total of $1,343.79 for SWAMI Home! Thanks to our partner, SembEnviro Pte Ltd, who made this project possible, and kudos to the wonderful students at AISS!
Our volunteers - Sunshine AngelsChristmas CelebrationThe Auditorium was transformed to a white, Christmassy affair by Sunshine Angels for an exceptional celebration in
SWAMI Home on 22 December 2007. Volunteers and staff were divided into 2 teams to battle against each other in
games and challenges. The audience were also entertained with enthralling song performances and dance numbers
put up by volunteers and staff. What is a Christmas celebration without some Christmas fare? Everyone enjoyed the
sumptuous spread of food prepared by Sunshine Angels.
Chinese New Year celebrationOn the fourth day of the Lunar New Year, 10 February 2008, Sunshine Angels organized a Chinese New Year
dinner for staff, residents and volunteers. The dinner kicked off to a vivacious start with the traditional lion
dance and dragon dance. Our residents also did not miss out on another must-have during Chinese New Year –
tossing of yusheng. Mr Raymond Kwek, our staff and volunteers took turns to entertain the audience with their
melodious singing as we tucked into the delectable 9-course fare.
Happenings in SWAMI Home
04 09
By Indira KrishnanHome Help Department
Mdm Er, a 55-year-old widow suffering from Schizophrenia, has never worked and has been dependent on a church and her sisters-in-law for financial assistance. The church gives her family $135 a month and some $20 NTUC vouchers while her children receive $2 per day each as pocket money.
Her husband, the primary breadwinner of the family, passed away in December last year from terminal nose cancer. His death had a drastic emotional effect on Mdm Er, causing her to become very forgetful,
Mdm Er receives help to pick her life upOur volunteers - Sunshine AngelsESN Inter-agency Carnival cum Concert 07
On the Saturday afternoon of 15 December 2007, 15 residents accompanied by staff and Sunshine Angels, took part in the ESN Inter-agency Carnival cum Concert 07 held in Yishun Junior College. The event, organized by Elderly Sector Networking group (ESN), invited elderly beneficiaries from various organizations to enjoy a day of fun and games with the volunteers. Various groups of volunteers set up food and games stalls. Sunshine Angels too had a stall, selling coffee, tea and bread toast. The elderly were treated to a series of performances, including a traditional Burmese dance item by our talented nursing staff – K. Soe Thu and Ei Ei Khin.
OutingAre you excited about traveling in the MRT to Chinatown? Unlikely. In fact, taking the MRT is such a huge part of the ordinary Singaporean’s life and a mundane routine that hardly anyone would pause and give some thoughts about it. However, for 20 residents, 6 October 2007 was a day they had been eagerly anticipating all week. Organized by Sunshine Angels, the residents set off for their outing and started with a train ride from Punggol station and alighted at Chinatown station. The e lder l y had the chance to look a round var ious par ts o f Chinatown, did some shopping and settled down for dinner in a Chinese eat ing house. The last stop was a vis i t to the newly-completed Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, where everyone could not help but marvel at its grandeur and splendid architecture.
making it extremely dangerous for her to do any work.
Despite being in such a situation, Mdm Er’s children are doing well in school. Both of them are currently pursuing their A-level education. SWAMI Home Help Service is helping the family by providing Escort service for Mdm Er’s medical follow-up in the hospital. She is also being provided with Meal Delivery service. Mdm Er is thankful that both her children now understand the importance of being responsible persons.
Volunteering activity by BD Medical
AmCham Corporate Community Day was held on 3 November 2007 where member companies of AmCham (American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore) conduct various volunteering events in Singapore. This year, SWAMI Home is once again privileged to be the organization chosen by BD Medical to partner with for its employee volunteering activity. Volunteers from BD Medical came and put up various performances such as a magic show, children’s singing and food demonstrations to entertain and interact with the elderly.
Happenings in SWAMI Home
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gnipleh tuoba etanoissaP dna ytilanosrep gniraC :stnemeriuqeRetanutrof ssel dna ylredle eht
:sboJ doof ERAPERP •
ylredle eht ot doof EVRES • ylredle eht htiw semag YALP •
gnignis ruo htiw ylredle eht NIATRETNE • ylredle eht DNEIRFEB •
ta alemaP tcatnoc esaelp ,legnA na eb ot detseretni era uoy fI.gs.gro.imaws@alemap ro 83330156
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.secivreS eraC emoH IMAWS rednu stneilc
emoH IMAWS @ snoitarbelec raeY weN esenihC
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By Fong Chow HoDemen�a Day Care
Dr Irene Khoo, one of our Management Commi�ee members has kindly sponsored 4 sessions of chair yoga for our Demen�a Day Care clients. It was conducted during the period of September to October 2007, once a week with each session las�ng between 45 minutes to a maximum of an hour. The trainers were from Women's Ini�a�ve for Ageing Successfully (WINGS), a non-profit center catered for women in their 40’s and beyond.
The yoga sessions consisted of modified yoga movements to suit the elderly. The classes were made livelier by the trainers’ modified movements to songs like twinkle twinkle li�le stars, or short sing-along sessions to get the elderly to join in by clapping their hands.
To maximize the efficacy of the sessions, we invited about 10 clients from Day Rehabilita�on Centre to join in the sessions. Surprisingly, the elderly, especially the ones from Demen�a Day Care, were able to sustain their a�en�on and enjoyed the sessions very much. They were a�en�ve and par�ci-pated ac�vely.
They enjoyed themselves in the yoga sessions so much that they were looking forward for more. Unfortunately the trainers were not able to con�nue to conduct more sessions. Our occupa�onal therapist and day care staff who were present at the sessions have learned the movements and steps, enabling us to con�nue to conduct these sessions.
A BIG THANK YOU to Dr Irene Khoo!
Vol 13 l May 2008 - Oct 2008
Contents2. Founder’s Teaching A Healthy Lifestyle May Just Help Keep Dementia At Bay
3. Chinese New Year Celebrations @ SWAMI Home
4. Mdm Er Receives Help To Pick Her Life Up Happenings In SWAMI Home
6. Snapshots
8. Our Volunteers – Sunshine Angels
11. Continuous Nursing Education Staff Trip to Malaysia
12. Volunteers Wanted
We would like to hear from you.We value your feedback. If you have any comments, suggestions or queries on our newsletter or our services, please write, fax or email to:
The EditorSunshine Welfare Action Mission5 Sembawang Walk, Singapore 757717. Tel: 6257 6117 Fax: 6754 8443 Email: [email protected]
Editorial CommitteeAdvisor Chief Editor The Team Printed by Published by Robert Lim K. Ravintheran Alan Chen FJ Vanity Sunshine Welfare Alicia Wong Business Action Mission Staff Contributors Services 6853 9160
Volunteers Wanted
As with any other non-profit organizations, volunteers are an invaluable resource for SWAMI Home. Volunteers are currently needed in the following areas of care: -
• Delivering meals to the elderly staying in the community • Escorting the elderly to polyclinics and hospitals for medical check-ups • Cooking light snacks for the elderly at the Day Rehabilitation Centre • Befriending the elderly • Conducting art & craft and culinary activities for the elderly
Are you in search of meaningful activities to spend your time? Do you have the patience, desire and time to serve the elderly? We welcome committed and passionate individuals to join us and support our cause. To find out more, please contact Pamela at 65103338, or [email protected].
All work no play makes Jack a dull boy. Apart from providing training and upgrading of skills to its staff, SWAMI Home also ensures that their welfare is well attended to. During September last year, while not disrupting the daily operations, the staff went on a 3 Days 2 Nights trip to Kuala Lumpur and Sunway Lagoon in Malaysia.
Staff Trip to Malaysia
Chair Yoga for Dementia Daycare clientsMICA (P) NO. 176/04/2008
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