Caregiving

2025 Guide to the Pioneer Generation Disability Assistance Scheme

With PioneerDAS, your loved ones may receive a $100 monthly payout to offset caregiving costs. Find out how to apply.

CareShield Life 2025: Find Help With Long Term Care & Disability Insurance

CareShield Life is a disability insurance scheme that supports caregivers with the cost of long term care. Find how we can support you.

Cost and Options for Respite Care 2025: The Perfect Temporary Stay for Seniors

Caring for an elderly family member is a wonderful way to show your love, but even the most dedicated caregivers need an occasional break to avoid burnout.

Home Caregiving Grant 2025: How to apply for the grant for care at home

Based on the Enhanced Home Caregiving Grant (HCG), eligible applicants will receive either $250 or $400 per month to support their caregiving efforts. Find out more here.

Home Care For Adults With Disabilities 2025

Adults with disabilities make up for 1.5% of the Singaporean population. We can help with essential care tasks such as exercises, showering, nursing and therapy from home.

Affordable Elderly Caregiving Services 2025: Costs and Options

Read our guide to affordable elderly caregiving services with NTUC Health and find support from our team of professional care staff.

Managing dementia: Communication and behavioural changes

Are communication problems and dementia-related changes in your loved one’s behaviour giving you a hard time? Read this article and get strategies on how to manage these challenges.

5 difficult elderly behaviours and how to manage them

As our loved ones age, they might display certain behaviours that would make caregiving more challenging. Read this article to understand the causes of difficult elderly behaviours and get some tips on how to manage them.

Mdm Meena, a caregiver at 55

Mdm Meena was a full-time cook and caregiver to her husband, Mr Paul. She used to shuttle between work and home for her caregiving duties. Find out how she does it and how our Day Centre for Seniors engages Mr Paul.

Mdm Jeyalakshumi, a caregiver at 75

A senior herself, Mdm Jeyalakshumi is the main caregiver of her mother. Find out how she provides care for her mother with the help of NTUC Health’s Home Care services and keeps herself healthy with self-care.

Mdm Chua, a caregiver at 95

Many would expect one’s children to be their caregiver and take care of them when they grow old. This is not the case for Mdm Chua, who at the age of 95, is still taking on the role of caregiver for her son. Read more to find out how she does this!

Five Essential Skills for Caregivers

Caring for a senior loved one can feel daunting and tedious. However, with the right mindset and support, it can also be a fulfilling experience. Here are five essential skills that caregivers can build to help provide better supportive care for yourself and your loved one.

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Signs a Loved One Needs More Help

Individuals who understand ADLs are better equipped to identify difficulties in their loved one’s abilities to carry out basic everyday tasks. This enables them to offer appropriate support, like modifying the environment, providing assistive devices or offering physical aid. Read our article to find out how to support your loved one today!

Advance Care Planning and Other Care Plans

We all share a desire to live life on our own terms, regardless of age. But what happens if we lose the mental capacity to make decisions for ourselves? Read our article to find out what care plans you can make!

Home Care Service Provider: How to Choose One

Here’s how to choose an in-home healthcare service provider to meet your loved one’s needs and elevate quality of life!

Difficulty in Swallowing: Understanding Dysphagia in Seniors

Difficulty in swallowing, also known as dysphagia, can lead to many other health issues in our seniors. Find out more about the symptoms of dysphagia, how to prevent it, as well as how to cope with swallowing problems.

6 Essential Tips for Caregivers of Seniors During COVID-19

Are you are a caregiver for a senior? Here are some tips to help you care better for your loved ones during COVID-19!

It’s Time to Take Time for Yourself: 4 Self-Care Tips for Tired Caregivers

If you’re experiencing caregiver stress during COVID-19, here are four self-care tips to help you relieve stress and soothe your tired soul and body.

Caregivers of Seniors with Dementia: How to protect your loved ones during COVID-19

COVID-19 can be a confusing period for seniors with dementia. Here are some useful tips to help you care better for them during these times.