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What does Friends of the Disabled Society do?

Friends of the Disabled Society is dedicated to enriching the lives of those with disabilities by providing social, emotional, and physical support through various programs. These include annual Christmas parties, bi-monthly karaoke sessions, bowling events, recreational outings, home visits, and more. The society also offers job opportunities for disabled individuals to encourage independence.

Founded

2007

People

audrey chua meng wee, jastina koh siew ping, toh hui kiong, dewi dharma, glynnis hou kheng fong

Causes

Health & WellnessChildrenEducation

Highlights

  • Registered Charity
  • Established since 2007
  • Published yearly Annual Reports

Society Impact

  • Meeting social needs by providing opportunities for disabled individuals to interact with others, both disabled and able-bodied.
  • Serving severely disabled and homebound individuals through home visitations.
  • Encouraging independence among disabled individuals by offering job opportunities.
  • Organizing annual Christmas parties and other celebrations for the disabled community.
  • Conducting a Social Interaction Program (SIP) which includes bi-monthly karaoke sessions, bowling events, recreational outings to various places like Singapore Zoological Gardens, etc.
  • Visiting at least six disabled individuals each month under its Home Visitation program and providing staple food items for needy families.
  • Offering aid when disabled friends face domestic problems and serving as a mediator between them.