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Dementia

Yio Chu Kang CC reopens with dementia-friendly features for ageing community

Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong (second from right) and Yio Chu Kang MP Yip Hon Weng (third from right) touring the revamped culinary studio at the refurbished Yio Chu Kang Community Club on Nov 16.
Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong (second from right) and Yio Chu Kang MP Yip Hon Weng (third from right) touring the revamped culinary studio at the refurbished Yio Chu Kang Community Club on Nov 16.

Life After... a journey of single parenting, building a bling empire – she now gives back to society

After having raised about $1m for Dementia Singapore, entrepreneur Esther Ho is now focusing on youth mental health.
After having raised about $1m for Dementia Singapore, entrepreneur Esther Ho is now focusing on youth mental health.

High cost of looking after seniors with dementia: Government grants can help defray cost by up to 36%

With various government support schemes, such as long-term care subsidies, expenses can be defrayed by as much as 36 per cent of the total cost.
With various government support schemes, such as long-term care subsidies, expenses can be defrayed by as much as 36 per cent of the total cost.

Forum: People with dementia need sincere care, not just AI tools

A loved one was diagnosed with dementia. Now what?

The New York Times asked dementia specialists and families who have faced the disease to share advice.
The New York Times asked dementia specialists and families who have faced the disease to share advice.

What makes us human? AI and dementia offer a clue

Artificial intelligence can simulate what we do, but humans cherish each other for who they are, even if they have dementia, say the writers.
Artificial intelligence can simulate what we do, but humans cherish each other for who they are, even if they have dementia, say the writers.

Dementia in S’pore’s ageing population not just a medical issue, but a societal challenge: Shanmugam

K Shanmugam, Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs delivering a speech at the Dementia Singapore?s 35th anniversary gala dinner on Sept 5, 2025.
K Shanmugam, Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs delivering a speech at the Dementia Singapore?s 35th anniversary gala dinner on Sept 5, 2025.

Actor Bruce Willis, who has dementia, moved out of family home; wife defends decision

Hollywood star Bruce Willis (left), seen here with his wife Emma Heming Willis, has a rare form of dementia.
Hollywood star Bruce Willis (left), seen here with his wife Emma Heming Willis, has a rare form of dementia.

Forum: Government will support those living with dementia and their caregivers

Forum: Seniors urged to prioritise getting hearing checked

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