Annual Report FY2022/23
Deeper Connections, Fuller Lives
In the News
Commentary: It's never too early to seek counselling or therapy
Therapy or counselling can be a form of preventive or supportive care, rather than purely remedial, said Yeow Ming Zhen, Head of Strengthening Families Programme@Family Service Centre (MWS FAM@FSC).
(Channel NewsAsia, 7 Jun 2022)
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Dreaming Forward: Encouraging Open Dialogue on Hard Topics & Reframing Success
Yeow Ming Zhen, Head of Strengthening Families Programme@Family Service Centre (MWS FAM@FSC), urged fellow social workers to have the courage to tackle difficult conversations, and to champion broader definitions of success.
(Social Dimension, Aug 2022)
Recession and inflation: Why the economy will worsen before conditions improve
The worsened financial plight of MWS’ beneficiaries amid rising inflation was spotlighted in this three-part series.
(TheHomeGround Asia, 27 Oct 2022)
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Senior care centre opens in Eunos, catering mainly to those with dementia
Two clients from MWS Senior Care Centre – Eunos shared their transformational stories after attending day care and undergoing rehabilitation respectively at the Centre.
(The Straits Times, 3 Nov 2022; 加入邻里乐龄护理中心中风独居妇五个月内恢复行动能力, Shin Min Daily News, 4 Nov 2022)
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Charities spread Christmas cheer at Singapore’s nursing and children’s homes
Following 2 years of pandemic restrictions, residents at MWS Bethany Nursing Home – Choa Chu Kang celebrated Christmas with a pasar malam-themed event.
(Channel NewsAsia, 24 Dec 2022)
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Building ‘a more inclusive society’ among reasons behind decision to relocate and run co-ed, special education schools in Tengah: ACS
MWS will be partnering Anglo-Chinese School to set up a new special education school. The school will cater to the growing demand for students with moderate special educational needs (autism spectrum disorder), so they can access the national curriculum. Through this, MWS hopes to sow into the next generation and pave the way towards a more inclusive society.
(Today Online, 9 Feb 2023)
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Valentine's Day Celebration at MWS Bethany Nursing Home
Eight couples at MWS Bethany Nursing Home – Choa Chu Kang celebrated Valentine’s Day with a specially curated set lunch menu, as on-site activities began to resume and ramp up.
(mosAIC, 17 Feb 2023)
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