When her son, Bryan, began struggling in primary school, showing signs of poor performance and behavioural issues like refusing to listen to his teachers, Christine felt at a loss. “I just wanted to understand my child better,” she recalled. It was through a parent-teacher session at Radin Mas Primary School
Uncle Alex Chong resides in a rental flat in Marine Parade, sharing the space with a co-tenant. Once fiercely independent, he gradually became self-isolated from his family and friends. In 2017, he joined Goodlife Makan’s community lunch program, designed for seniors living alone. Initially, Uncle Alex would come for
When Wei Wei first joined Montfort Care during the pandemic as a part-time trainer, she never imagined how deeply she would come to value the people, purpose and partnership behind her role. Fast forward four years, she’s now a Senior Counsellor with the Families for Life @ Community team, delivering
Samuel Ng, BBM founded Montfort Care 25 years ago and led the growth of Montfort Care to where it is today with 400 staff serving more than 30,000 clients in the community. Samuel will step down from his role as CEO, effective 30 September 2025. Samuel or “Founder” as
What does Gurmit Singh have in common with our seniors at Goodlife Makan? They’re all redefining what it means to age, by staying active, engaged with the community, and continuing to build meaningful connections. CNA recently released a compelling two-part documentary series featuring Gurmit Singh as he reflects on
Acting CEO and Chief Purpose Officer of Montfort Care, Ms. Han Yah Yee, and Guest of Honour, Dr. Tan See Leng, Minister for Manpower and Second Minister for Trade and Industry, Member of Parliament and Advisor to Marine Parade GRC, enjoying the vibrant lion dance performance Bringing joy and community
Marine Parade 50 Group Photo Montfort Care, a key contributor in Singapore’s social servicessector, today commemorated Marine Parade’s 50th anniversary with community residents and beneficiaries at the Beyond 50: Love, Inspire, Transform community carnival. The event celebrated the estate’s rich heritage and highlighted the collective impact of Montfort Care and
Our team at World Mental Health Day This past weekend, ahead of World Mental Health Day, we gathered at Gardens by the Bay for an afternoon dedicated to reconnecting with our well-being. Against the backdrop of lush greenery and serene water features, our clients from Montfort Care Mental Health embarked
Vibe Check “Vibe Check” is a community outreach project by Montfort Care Mental Health, that aims to promote mental health and well-being, as well as improve access to support. At Montfort Care, we understand that navigating mental health challenges can be daunting. Our mental health support team offers a comprehensive
For many, retirement signals the start of a slower, more relaxed phase of life. But for 61-year-old Daniel Soh, it became the launchpad for a fresh passion and a deeper sense of purpose. Shifting Gears in Retirement After three decades in the aviation industry with notable stints at SATS,
Our friends at DP Architects recently won two awards for the design and build of Goodlife Studios (Bukit Purmei) as well as Goodlife Makan Community Kitchen. Goodlife Studio @ Bukit Purmei received a Merit award in this year’s SIA Architectural Design Awards under the Social & Humanitarian Architecture category.
In Singapore, addressing the needs of an ageing population presents significant challenges, especially regarding care for elderly family members. While the traditional familial support system has been the norm, recent research suggests that this approach, particularly in terms of financial assistance and household chores, may not always contribute positively to
Health Challenges Among Caregivers of the Elderly: Insights from a Duke-NUS Study In a recent study conducted by Duke-NUS Medical School, a significant correlation between caregiving for the elderly and personal health challenges among caregivers has been unveiled. The findings shed light on the pressing need to address the well-being
