Becoming a caregiver

Becoming a caregiver

If you’re caring for an aging parent or someone with an illness or disability, these information can help you to adjust into the role and navigate the future with more confidence.

  • Understand your role

  • Make changes to your home and routine

  • Be trained on knowledge and skills

  • Plan for the future

  • Related services

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Understand your role

Find out what to expect, depending on the condition of the person you’re caring for.

Caring for seniors

Caring for active seniors

Encourage them to participate in social activities and health screenings.

Caring for seniors using mobility aids

Encourage them to be independent and to continue being active.

Caring for bedbound seniors

Help your loved one age at home, surrounded by family and friends.

Caring for someone with a health condition

Caring for someone with a mental health condition

Differentiate facts from myths, and learn how you can support them.

Caring for someone with dementia

Understand the condition better, and find out what you should take note of.

Caring for someone who’s recovering from stroke

Help your loved one ease back into everyday life with home modifications and rehabilitation.

Caring for someone with cancer

Learn how you can support your loved one in their journey to recovery.

Make changes to your home and routine

You may need to make adjustments to accommodate the needs of your loved one.

Before the hospital discharge

Preparing for hospital discharge

Plan early to make sure the home is conducive for a smoother recovery.

Home modifications

Remove any potential hazards so your loved one can move around safely.

Assistive devices

Speak to the doctor to learn about the types of assistive devices that help your loved one live more comfortably.

Managing care routine

Use the 4 Ps to create a routine, so your tasks will feel more manageable.

For ongoing care

Fall prevention

Learn how you can reduce the risk of your loved one falling, especially if they’re older.

Diet and meals

Prepare nutritious meals for physical and mental well-being.

Engaging your loved one

Take the opportunity to bond over conversations, exercises, and activities.

Be trained on knowledge and skills

Learn how to care for your loved one better.

Caregiver training, courses, and schemes

Get an overview of the training courses and support schemes available.

ABCs of Caregiving

Essential training to care for your loved one based on their mobility condition.

Basic Eldercare Course

Training programme to care for seniors aged 65 years and above.

All caregiver training courses

View all training courses that will help you better care for your loved one.

Plan for the future

Reduce uncertainty and stress by planning ahead.

Managing emergencies

Learn how to recognise a medical emergency situation so you can remain calm and take control.

Managing your finances

Get financial planning tips and check if you’re eligible for financial assistance.

Advanced planning and legal tools

Help your loved one plan for the future by recording their care preferences, making a legal will, and more.

Related services

View outstanding bills at public healthcare institutions

Refill your prescribed medicine

Check Medisave withdrawal limits and MediShield Life claims

Check your medical appointments

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Dealing with caregiver stress

Dealing with caregiver stress

Finding care services for seniors

Finding care services for seniors

Receiving help with healthcare-related expenses

Receiving help with healthcare-related expenses