CaringSG at Purple Parade, 12 Oct 2024
CaringSG is grateful to be part of the Purple Parade again in 2024! We marched with a contingent of more than 100 people, and showcased caregiver programmes, services and support groups at our booth.
CaringSG is grateful to be part of the Purple Parade again!
We celebrated the amazing abilities of caregivers by showcasing the 20 plus CaringSG Alliance Network (CAN) caregiver support groups set up by caregiver leaders at our Wall of Support, and promoting the CAREcottage businesses run by caregivers and their dependants at our booth.
At our Wall of Strength, visitors wrote many heartfelt words of encouragement to show their appreciation and care for caregivers. Visitors could also purchase a CAREcottage product handmade by caregivers and their dependants.
With support from more than 100 people, including caregivers from Bukit Batok East, led by the CAREkaki@BBE, and also our CAREkaki@Boon Lay, William Blair’s CAREambassadors, and caregivers from multiple CAN support groups, the CaringSG Contingent marched to show our solidarity and support for inclusion of persons with disabilities, their caregivers and families.
Thank you to everyone who showed your support in person and also in spirit!
Please enjoy the event photos on our Facebook and we look forward to seeing you at the next Purple Parade!
Other Updates
Speech by Dr Lim Hong Huay at CaringSG Family Day on 7 September 2024
“The theme today is “Uplift Caregivers, Uplift Community,” because we don’t just want caregivers to do well; we also want the community to be strong. The reason why caregivers chip in is that we are building the community, not just for ourselves, but for our children and future generations.”
CaringSG Family Day: Uplift Caregivers, Uplift Community, 7 Sep 2024
CaringSG’s inaugural Family Day took place on 7th September 2024, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Enabling Village. This special event, in partnership with Enabling Village, Singapore’s first inclusive community space, brings together the public, caregivers, persons with disabilities and their supporters for a day filled with learning, connection, and memorable experiences.
Closing Address by Mr Edwin Tan at CaringSG Family Day on 7 September 2024
“We are stronger together. Whether it’s joining a support group, marching side by side in the Purple Parade, sharing the healing power of a journal, or simply being there for each other, every action we take, no matter how small, contributes to a more compassionate and resilient community.”
Welcome Address by Dr David Ang at CaringSG Family Day on 7 September 2024
“CaringSG be focusing on providing you more support for mental health and financial resilience—whether it’s self-care, planning for the future, exploring career options, or simply ensuring you have someone to talk to when things get tough.”
Speech by Mdm Rahayu Mahzam at CaringSG Family Day on 7 September 2024
In 2024-2025, with support from SG Enable, and in collaboration with the Enabling Services Hubs by SG Enable and partners that aim to bring disability support closer to home, CaringSG will be setting up 10 CAREkaki chapters in 10 constituencies in Singapore.
