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Society for the Physically Disabled

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SPD works with disabled people to help them to be self-reliant and independentAt the Society for the Physically Disabled, we work towards the integration of people with physical disabilities into mainstream society. Through programmes that encompass rehabilitation, employment, training, education, consultation and assessment in assistive technology, day care, and social service support, we work in partnership with people with physical disabilities to maximise their potential and to help them to be self-reliant and independent.

Articles 

 

The Straits Times

Ensure e-govt websites are disabled-friendly

[full article on website accessibility]


The Straits Times

Love is in the air, and on…

[full article on Aussino fundraising project]


Today

Ground-up social service

[full article on view on restructuring of social service sector]


The Straits Times

Charities play more vital role in bad times

[full article on role of charities in bad times]


The Straits Times

Petition for lower fares for the disabled

[full article on the petition for lower fares]


The Straits Times

Bumps along the way

[full article on accessibility]

Significant Happenings/Events 

Assistive Technology Workshops

The Specialised Assistive Technology Centre has specially invited well-known trainers Ms Gayle Porter, Ms Karen Bloomberg and Ms Hilary Johnson to conduct workshops on communication using assistive technology. Find out more about the workshops and sign up for them.

[read more about the workshops]


Volunteers Needed

Volunteering offers new experiences, the chance to know more people, and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others

[read more about volunteer opportunities]