caregivers

Come what may...

Come rain or shine, caregivers of our children will always stand by their little ones.

Why should we step back when haze and rain came upon us on the Saturday morning of Celebrating Heroes 2019? All the more to put our best foot forward in acknowledging their admirable efforts and to celebrate these unwavering everyday unsung heroes.

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We hosted close to 1000 participants this year, which includes our children, their families and volunteers. The event was held at the Singapore Zoo, amongst nature – both flora and fauna. We are happy to have our guest emcee, Mr Gurmit Singh who has been supporting Club Rainbow (Singapore) since our humble beginnings.

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Two programme tracks ran concurrently. One for caregivers with various activities such as yoga, self-massaging techniques, ways to manage stress and anxiety, etc. while the children's programme managed by the NTU team – treasure hunt and fringe activities both of which received an overwhelming response from our little ones and caregivers!

We were blessed to have volunteers from FTI consulting, Andaz, Singapore Healthcare, Young Living, NTU, NUS, SIM and our ardent regulars. With these passionate volunteers coming together to brave the hazy and grey morning with us helped to bring the event through to a sunny afternoon for everyone.

We received both thanks and positive feedback from families and volunteers! Awesome day for all!

 

Taking a cue from our caregivers, don't let the bad weather outlook get you down. Here are ways to keep healthy, take a B.R.E.A.K and stay on top:

  • Build deep connections by staying connected with support groups, friends and family.

  • Reconcile with yourself daily with tips from wellness and mindfulness workshops.

  • Eat healthily and rest regularly.

  • Always seek help when needed.

  • Keep hydrated at all times, most importantly.

Caregiver Workshops by Club Rainbow (Singapore)'s satellite centres at KKH and NUH

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During therapy sessions or classes is one of the times for caregivers to let down their hair and relax, take a little time to reconnect back to their well-being and having some ‘me’ time. Acting as a complement to our main facility downtown, both satellite fronts in KKH (Kandang Kerbau Hospital) and NUH (National University Hospital) do organise some interesting workshops for caregivers in the short given period.

Workshops are potentially run by caregivers themselves, activities dedicated for caregivers by caregivers. We see individuals coming to partake, learn a new skill and discover new interests together.

Pebble Painting by Miss Christine Yong (a friend of our beneficiary’s mother) at Agape Village.

Flower Hand Bouquet Workshop by Susan, a volunteer at KKH. On other occasions, she teaches painting to breast cancer survivors as a way for them to destress.