Take Time to Appreciate Your Surrounding
Reconnect with nature and enjoy the great outdoors through these suggested activities and resources.
Kindly note that all listings indicate minimum mobility status (e.g. an activity suitable for someone who is bedbound will also be suitable for a wheelchair user).
Seeking activity ideas? Check out this link to explore activity toolkits produced by AIC!
For a compilation of resources (including activity booklets) to support persons living with dementia and their caregivers, please visit this page.
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[For SSAs only] Complimentary Visits to Mandai Wildlife ReserveThe Mandai Wildlife Reserve (MWR) is home to Singapore’s wildlife parks including the Singapore Zoo, River Wonders, Night Safari, and Bird Paradise. The MWR has worked with the National Council of Social Service (NCSS) to offer complimentary admission to beneficiaries from eligible organisations that are Social Service Agencies listed under the NCSS. For all enquiries and information on eligibility, please contact Mandai Wildlife Group at enquiry@mandai.com. Target Audience: Social Service Agencies listed under the National Council of Social Service Find out more here. Photo credit: Mandai Wildlife Group |
[For SSAs only] Gift of GardensThrough this initiative by the Gardens by the Bay, beneficiaries from Social Service Agencies listed under the National Council of Social Service/Charities Portal, and eligible groups of individuals, enjoy free admission to the conservatory, guided tours, festivals and events, and educational programmes. Please refer to the link for information on eligibility. Accompanying healthcare staff/volunteers are entitled to 50% discount on admission tickets. Target Audience: Social Service Agencies listed under the National Council of Social Service/Charities Portal Find out more here. Photo credit: Gardens by the Bay |
[For CCOs only] Therapeutic Horticulture Programmes in Therapeutic GardensThe National Parks Board’s Therapeutic Horticulture Programmes utilises nature-related activities in Therapeutic Gardens suitable for seniors and persons living with dementia. The activities include scent bag making, flower & leaf pressing, and leaf collage making designed to promote low intensity exercise, improve motor skills, stimulate memory, encourage positive social interactions, and promote mindfulness. Programme fees are waived for MCCY registered Voluntary Welfare Organisations, Non-Profit Organisations, Co-Op & IPC Organisations. Target Audience: Community Care Organisations only Find out more here. Photo credit: National Parks Board |
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[For CCOs Only] Therapeutic Horticulture WorkshopCommunity care staff and volunteers can participate in this free 1-hour workshop conducted by the National Parks Board to learn about Therapeutic Horticulture (TH) and how to conduct TH sessions with their clients. Kindly note that following the training workshop, centres are required to conduct a minimum of 4 TH sessions per year. For more information, email paul_bhathal@nparks.gov.sg. Target Audience: Community Care Organisations only Photo credit: National Parks Board |
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Caring for PlantsThe basic requirements for a healthy plant are suitable light, adequate watering, sufficient aeration, good soil mixture and regular fertilising. This online resource by National Parks Board provides useful tips and gardening resources on how to care for your plants. Target Audience: Public and Community Care Organisations Find out more here. Photo credit: National Parks Board |
[For CCOs Only] Design Guidelines for Therapeutic Gardens in SingaporeThis guide by National Parks Board puts together the basic characteristics of therapeutic gardens and is a useful resource for the design of therapeutic landscapes in Singapore, particularly for seniors and persons living with dementia. Target Audience: Community Care Organisations only Find out more here. Photo credit: National Parks Board |
Therapeutic Horticulture Activities for SeniorsThis resource by National Parks Board provides step-by-step guides to 22 nature-based activities. These activities can encourage social interactions, provide sensory stimulation and exercise, reduce stress and tension, and reward nurturing behaviour in the elderly. Target Audience: Public (Seniors) and Community Care Organisations Find out more here. Photo credit: National Parks Board |
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DIY Gardening & Crafts VideosThis list of more than 60 videos by National Parks Board provides tips for DIY Gardening and other nature-based activities including flower arrangement, scent bag making, creating an aquascape tank, terrarium making, and many more. Target Audience: Public and Community Care Organisations Find out more here. Photo credit: National Parks Board |
Gardening MasterclassThe video playlist from National Park Board offers tip and tutorials on growing various vegetables and plants. The videos are concise and informative, providing step-by-step instructions for growing a sustainable and healthy garden. Target Audience: Public and Community Care Organisations Find out more here. Photo credit: National Parks Board |
Gardening with Edibles VideosExplore a series of tutorials, step-by- step videos, templates and guides on gardening with edible plants developed by National Parks Board. Target Audience: Public and Community Care Organisations Find out more here. Photo credit: National Parks Board |
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Virtual Walk in the Park VideosWatch a 4-part video series by National Parks Board that showcases Fort Canning Park as an oasis of inspiration, meditation and creativity. Take a tranquil virtual walk through the park to reset and restore the senses. Target Audience: Public and Community Care Organisations Find out more here. Photo credit: National Parks Board |
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AIC Activity Repository
This page was created to provide a one-stop site for seniors, healthcare staff, volunteers and caregivers to discover a wide range of activities and resources that can be enjoyed by seniors with limited mobility.
