Category: #SPDStories

2 pictures joined in one, left of Agnes in SPD uniform holding her certificate, right of Michelle holding her certificate

Service Excellence is the Bedrock of Our Care Delivery

Administrative executive Agnes Chai and EIPIC teacher Michelle Teo exemplified exceptional dedication to their clients. They were among the 40 SPD staff who were recognised for their exemplary service at [...]

Developing language and communication with music

Music has been described as the universal language of mankind. It is a medium that people use to connect with others, express their emotions, and it makes a fun and enjoyable way of [...]

S P D principal occupational therapist Tay Hwee Lin receiving the National Council of Social Service’s Social Service Fellowship from NCSS President Ms Anita Fam

A trailblazer in the growth of Singapore’s occupational therapy profession

SPD principal occupational therapist Tay Hwee Lin was awarded the NCSS Social Service Fellowship in November 2023, a testament to her recognition as the trailblazer for past, present and future [...]

Disability-inclusive hiring from the perspective of an employer

Building inclusive workplaces and adopting inclusive hiring practices have been gaining traction in the business community in recent years. Ms Chan Yit Foon, Senior Vice President of Human Resources at [...]

Illustration of a man and woman, both seated on wheelchairs, holding hands

Persons with Disabilities Finding Love

For persons with disabilities, the path to finding love can be a complicated process. Senior social worker Angela Chung, along with APB Foundation scholarship recipients Bjorn Ng and Shalom Lim, [...]

Silhouette of an elderly man using a walking frame

The prevalence and perils of prolonged social isolation for persons with disabilities

In recent years, many healthcare providers worldwide are beginning to realise that social isolation and loneliness are no longer a minor health concern. It is now considered a silent epidemic [...]

Boy looking for something to wear in a drawer full of clothes

Developing Dressing Skills: Let’s help your kids to get dressed

Dressing skills are a fundamental aspect of daily life, and helping your child master this skill not only contributes to their self-efficacy but also boosts their self-esteem.

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Get Ready for School with Me

The transition between pre-school and formal school education can be a daunting experience to most children, as they will encounter new and unfamiliar situations. SPD's occupational therapists share some advice [...]

Mr Mohaimin, who has vision loss, looks intently at the computer screen

SPD Contact Centre | Serving with an Inclusive Heart

Discover SPD Contact Centre, where we provide exceptional customer service, training, and employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.

An adult standing amongst a group of children, of whom a girl is in a wheelchair and a boy is wearing a hearing aid

Helping children learn about disability

How do we foster open conversations with our children about disability? Here are some tips on how to initiate this process and in doing so, cultivate the values of kindness [...]