Dear Caregivers and Families, Partners, and Friends of CaringSG,
Good morning! It’s wonderful to see all of you here today. As I look around, I see not just faces, but people full of strength, love, and dedication to our families.
Today is a day for all of us to come together, to celebrate each other, and to remind ourselves that in this journey, we are never alone.
First, a heartfelt thank you to all the caregivers here. I know that the caregiving path is not always easy, and it takes so much of your heart, energy, and time.
You are the heroes behind the scenes, and today is all about recognizing everything you do for your loved ones. This day is for you—to learn, connect, and find resources and inspiration for the road ahead.
We understand that caregiving can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially with the mental and financial challenges that come with it.
That’s why, from now until 2025, 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.
We’re here for you, every step of the way.
Our Uplift Campaign is another important initiative that we’re launching today.
This campaign is designed to sustain and grow our key caregiver programmes—CAREconnect, CAREbuddy, CAREwell, and Step One.
These programmes offer the support you need, whether through a listening ear, practical help, or connecting you to inclusive resources and events for quality time with family.
To keep these programmes available for caregivers, your support is crucial. If you have a moment today, please visit our CaringSG booth outside the hall. There, you can learn more about our programmes, the Uplift Campaign and how every contribution can make a difference.
As we spend the day together, let’s share our stories, uplift one another, and remember that we are a community. You are not just caregivers; you are part of the CaringSG family. Thank you for being here, and I hope you enjoy every moment of our Family Day.
A big part of the joy in caregiving for children comes from being made to see things from a fresh child-like perspective. Teaching autistic children requires one to go beyond that. Often, one has to tap on that perspective and the child’s interest to engage them in learning about our neurotypical world. This is the story of Eliz’s creative teaching journey inspired by her fostered child, Eugene.
A big part of the joy in caregiving for children comes from being made to see things from a fresh child-like perspective. Teaching autistic children requires one to go beyond that. Often, one has to tap on that perspective and the child’s interest to engage them in learning about our neurotypical world. This is the story of Eliz’s creative teaching journey inspired by her fostered child, Eugene.
A big part of the joy in caregiving for children comes from being made to see things from a fresh child-like perspective. Teaching autistic children requires one to go beyond that. Often, one has to tap on that perspective and the child’s interest to engage them in learning about our neurotypical world. This is the story of Eliz’s creative teaching journey inspired by her fostered child, Eugene.
I am sitting down to write this six days after I met Wendy, Mummy to an autistic daughter, over lunch. Looking at the notes I scribbled from our chat, the few words that popped up in my mind? ‘My learning journey’. This is Wendy’s learning journey as a caregiver.
When Carrie first heard her son’s autism diagnosis at age three, she was overwhelmed with questions and uncertainty. But through determination, early intervention, and unwavering support from her husband, she found a path forward—guided, unexpectedly, by her son Ethan’s deep love for trains. From Thomas & Friends to trainspotting in Switzerland, this is a heartfelt story of a family’s journey, resilience, and the power of embracing a child’s special interests.
If you are a community volunter passionate about making a difference in the lives of caregivers and their families, join CaringSG as a trained volunteer to support, empower, and uplift caregivers while fostering a more inclusive and connected community.
