“Caregiving is a constant learning experience” - Vivian Frazier

There are over 210,000 caregivers in Singapore of which an estimated 70 per cent are aged 40 and above.* They mostly suffer from poor sleep and some juggle work or education with caregiving. However, it’s important caregivers are equipped to administer self-care in order to perform their role optimally and prevent burnout.

If you are supporting a loved one who is older, disabled or seriously ill, we invite you to join our program specially crafted to help caregivers maintain their mental wellbeing through mindfulness. Done in closed groups, attendees learn to apply mindfulness techniques of self-awareness and self-compassion in their caregiving journey, learn caregiving techniques and obtain information on relevant community support resources as well as share freely on their experiences.

Case studies and experiential sessions will be conducted to reinforce comprehension.

Dates: 3, 10, 17, 24 June, 1, 8 July | Thursdays

Time: 7:30 PM-9:30 PM

Venue: Online via Zoom.

Trainer: Frank Singam, Senior Counsellor, Brahm Centre

Log-in details will be sent to participants via the confirmation email upon successful registration and payment. This virtual course will be conducted in English.

Minimum of 12 participants required to start the course. Please sign up to reserve your slot.

Course Outline:

1. Applying Mindfulness in relieving Caregiving stress

2. Journeying as a Caregiver & Community Resources

3. Caregiving made easier

4. Preparing for the inevitable Loss and Grief

5. Increasing self love

6. Knowing your love one’s preferences

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Course fee: $160 | $32 for seniors eligible for National Silver Academy (NSA) subsidy*

*NSA subsidy is for Singaporeans and Permanent Residents aged 50 and above.

Notes:

• Please note that payments for courses are non-refundable.
• Do ensure that you are able to attend the first session of the course before registering for the course as you will not be allowed to continue with the course should you miss the first session.
• Request for transfers or make up-classes for selected mindfulness courses are subjected to availability and fees of $30 for transfers and $10 for make-up are applicable.

Trainer Bio

Mr Frank Singam has vast experience in helping people to overcome difficulties on their journey towards improving well-being, covering marital, parenting, individual and addiction counselling. He has also had a heartfelt journey both as a parent and a caregiver. Mr Singam started his career in the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) as a pioneer fighter pilot and Black Knight, and was General Manager of Bintan Resort Ferries following his retirement from the RSAF. Mr Singam subsequently undertook his Diploma in Social Work and Counselling with Edith Cowan University in 2010, and in 2014 completed a Masters in Social Science (Professional Counseling) from Executive Counseling Training Academy (Singapore) and Swinburne University of Technology (Australia).