Elderly Care FAQ

We strive to create an inclusive and familiar environment for your loved ones. Check in with the respective centres for alternative arrangements.

Just note that there will be additional charges should your helper choose to have meals at the centres and will have to arrange for separate transport.

Through our Senior Day Care programmes, your loved ones can enjoy planned activities in a group setting to maintain an active and social life, all while still receiving essential care services tailored to their needs.

Activities include a variety of mass exercises, board games, and art projects that are designed to keep seniors mentally stimulated and interacting with one another.

You may call us at 6715 6762, or fill up our online form. We will be in touch shortly.

NTUC Health strives to make our services affordable for all. However, you may wish to speak to your medical social worker or call us at 6715 6762 to explore your options.

Our service fees for Senior Day Care range from $1,100 to $1,606 per month.

This does not include additional services such as clinical assessment and treatment, medical escort, rehabilitation, and transport.

You might be eligible for government subsidies. We use the National Means Testing System provided by MOH for processing your eligibility for subsidies. Learn about subsidies here or contact us for more help. We would love to assist you in your journey.

Your loved one will be provided with a comfortable recliner deck chair to rest or nap for an hour after lunch, to recharge before beginning afternoon activities.

We provide your loved ones with nutritious meals three times a day, with halal options available.

• 8.30am - Breakfast (eg. porridge, egg sandwiches)
• 11.45am - Lunch (eg. rice with assorted dishes and fruit)
• 3pm - Tea (eg. pastry, local desserts)

For your convenience, we can arrange for transport services to and from selected locations that are within 5km from NTUC Health Day Centre for Seniors.

Do note that there would be an additional cost (~ $250 - $440, before government subsidy) and that this service is subject to availability.

Please inform your Care Coordinator-in-charge at least 3-5 working days before the scheduled service if you would need to cancel.

To process your application, we would need a completed referral form, doctor’s memo, and a soft copy of your loved one’s NRIC.

If applicable, please also provide a list of medication prescriptions and a completed National Means Testing System Form.

We have both male and female caregivers in our team.

We have an experienced team of doctors, nurses, therapists, nursing aides, and care associates ready to provide personalised care and support to your loved ones.

Our Care Associates, although not nurse-trained, are required to undergo 8 days of compulsory training on elderly caregiving. Contact us to find out the best suited option for your loved one.

Simply complete and submit the referral form along with supporting documents for application processing. We will be in touch with you shortly regarding your application.

You may access the National Means Testing System managed by MOH to check your loved one's subsidy eligibility. We prepared a friendly guide for you here.

Our Home Care Services are typically available from 8am – 6pm. However, we understand that you may require help after hours. Speak to us if you would like to request for special arrangements to engage our Home Care Services at night.

For your convenience, we have compiled a list of forms that you may need here. Need help? Feel free to reach out to us via email and we will guide you through the application process.

A doctor's memo helps us to understand and provide for your loved one's needs before a nurse from our Home Care service steps into their home for an assessment.

The processing time for application and service confirmation usually takes about 3-14 working days. As part of the application process, supporting documents and a scheduled nurse’s assessment are needed to help us better understand your loved one’s needs.

Whether your loved one is living with dementia or recovering from stroke, our Home Care services are tailored to each senior’s needs. Dementia care, therapy and rehabilitation can all be provided to your loved one in the comfort of their home. Call us at 6590 4300 for more information.

Only Registered Nurses with our Home Nursing service are able to perform a wide range of nursing procedures including wound dressing, tube feeding, changing urinary catheters, oral suction of phlegm, monitoring of vital signs and more.

We have a wide range of Home Care services available to cater to your loved one’s needs at home.

• Home Personal Care: $2.70 - $26 per hour
  
• Home Nursing: $4.20 - $141 per visit
  
• Home Therapy: $17.60 - $160 per visit
  
• Home Medical: $38.80 - $298 per visit
  
• Interim Caregiver Service: $189 - $1,095 per single day shift
  
• Disability Assessment: $250
  

You may also be eligible for government subsidies. To find out more, visit our Subsidies page.

We provide both long-term nursing home care and respite care.

Long-term nursing home care provides for stay-in residents who require round-the-clock and long-term nursing care needs.

Respite care is a short-term care option that lasts from 1 to 4 weeks.

We work carefully with each resident to provide high quality, 24-hour nursing care, including those with dementia, stroke, Parkinson’s Disease and other debilitating conditions.

Nursing home admissions are referred by AIC. Click here to view AIC’s criteria for placement into a nursing home.

Speak to a referring medical social worker at a public hospital or polyclinic to check if you qualify for government subsidy, and to receive advice on subsidy application.

They will be able to apply for a means-test with the National Means Testing System provided by MOH, and can provide you with more information on whether you qualify for a subsidy with our nursing home service.

At NTUC Health’s nursing homes, we strive to provide quality and affordable care for your loved ones. The basic cost ranges from $700 to $4,000 a month, depending on your eligibility for MOH subsidies.

There are some potential additional charges, such as a refundable deposit, one-time admission charge, and other additional charges.

For residents who do not qualify for MOH subsidies, the basic rates start from $4,500 a month, with the actual cost dependent on the resident’s care needs and choice of accommodation (regular bedders or single bedders). Medication and other consumables are not covered by the basic rate, and may be incurred depending on your needs and preferences.

We understand that you may be concerned about affordability. Speak to us on the phone or email us, so that we can better understand your needs and expectations.

All MOH-subsidised admissions to nursing homes are done through the Agency of Integrated Care (AIC), a centralised government agency that manages the bed availability of all nursing homes in Singapore. You can approach medical social workers in public hospitals or polyclinics to submit an application to AIC for your preferred nursing home. Learn more here.

If you do not qualify for MOH subsidies or prefer to apply as a private applicant without MOH subsidies, please speak to NTUC Health's medical social workers who can guide you with the application by calling us at 6590 4300. Admission is subject to bed availability.

Fees vary based on services required. Please call us to enquire.

Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents may be eligible for government subsidies and financial assistance, depending on the monthly household income per person, amongst other criteria. The amount of subsidy will be determined through the National Means Testing System (NMTS).

To find out if you are eligible for subsidies and financial assistance, visit our Subsidies page for more information.

Caregivers may find more respite care options with Home Care, Day Care and nursing home. Learn more about it at our respite care page.

Clients who have been diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment and early stage of dementia are suitable for our Fun with Friends programme.

Each session is conducted once a week, and lasts for 3 hours per session. Your loved ones may attend the sessions regularly for maximum benefit.

Through Fun with Friends, seniors will have weekly access to a structured programme of mentally and physically stimulating activities that aim to maintain and improve their cognitive and physical functions, and keep them engaged. Caregivers can also take the time to attend to their personal commitments, or speak to our staff for more support through the caregiving journey.

The sessions are conducted by trained staff and have been developed by our occupational therapists.

Transport is not provided and families will be required to arrange for transport for their loved ones.

Kindly contact our Programme Coordinator at 9899 8114 for fees and other details.

Yes, a spouse can attend the session with a person with dementia, and session fees will apply.

Yes, they can observe or assist their loved ones during the session.

DayCare+ is a programme for seniors to participate in live and pre-recorded exercises and other fun activities from the comfort of their homes, via online access over a tablet or laptop.

The programme is suitable for seniors with early stage dementia, or little to no cognitive impairment. Seniors may require help from a caregiver at home to help with logging on to the online programme and facilitating the activities.

It costs $199 per month (inclusive of GST) to attend DayCare+. A trial session is available at $39 for 1 session.

The programme includes live morning sessions with our care staff, and pre-recorded video tutorials on gardening, art and craft activities, games and virtual tours which clients can access at any time of the day. Please note that clients will need to have their own internet connection and a laptop, tablet or phone to take part in DayCare+. You may also be required to assist your loved one in preparing session materials and participating in the activities.

Seniors can enjoy social engagement via the virtual platform, improve on their functional abilities through exercises and maintain their cognitive health and wellbeing. The programme provides more choices for engaging seniors throughout the day and encourages bonding between seniors and their caregivers. Clients who often travel between multiple locations may also benefit from DayCare+ as a flexible care solution.

DayCare+ consists of daily online sessions of 30 mins in the morning from Mon to Fri (excluding weekends and public holidays). 30 mins of pre-recorded sessions may also be accessed at any time of the day.

Some examples of activities covered in our DayCare+ programme include:

• Exercises such as resistance band workouts and stretching to maintain physical functions and stimulate the body’s meridians
• Mind-stimulating activities such as puzzles, guessing games, and reminiscence sessions to jog the memory
• Arts and crafts, gardening and virtual tours to engage seniors
• Engagements with volunteers and inter-generational sessions with children to facilitate conversations