Celebrating Social Work Day 2026
On 30 March 2026, TRANS Family Services celebrated Social Work Day to honour the people who make our impact possible.
The event featured a panel sharing of overseas learning experiences, alongside activities that encouraged creative and out-of-the-box thinking. It aimed to broaden perspectives grounded in social work values and inspire more innovative approaches to practice.
Appreciating and investing in every member of our team — frontline and administrative alike — is not just a once-a-year occasion, but a commitment we carry forward in how we can best serve our community.
CNY Lo-Hei and Intergenerational Crafts at Bedok
In celebration of Chinese New Year, our 37 Happy Healthy Hour (H3) seniors welcomed 47 Kindergarten 2 (K2) students from MOE Kindergarten @ Fengshan Primary School for an intergenerational craft activity.
In pairs, the seniors and children worked hand-in-hand to decorate the Chinese character “福” (fortune) using crepe paper and glue. Seniors had the opportunity to guide and interact with the children while engaging their fine motor skills, and the children explored their creativity and practised expressing their ideas with confidence. As they discussed colours and designs, the room quickly filled with laughter and conversation.
The session created a heartwarming opportunity for both generations to connect and celebrate the festive season together.
Meaningful Connections: Parents and Tweens Groupwork
The tween years can be a time of growing independence, new emotions, and changing family dynamics. At TRANS Family Services (Bukit Timah), our recent groupwork programme, “Meaningful Connections: Parents and Tweens”, brought parents and their children aged 9–12 together to strengthen their relationships and navigate this stage with greater understanding.
Through 6 sessions, parents learnt ways to better manage their children’s emotions and behaviours and build stronger parent-child connections. Many parents shared valuable takeaways, including the importance of connecting before redirecting. At the same time, children discovered how they could regulate their emotions and communicate their thoughts and feelings more confidently.
The groupwork ended with a joint parent-child session, where families engaged in meaningful conversations and activities, including writing heartfelt letters to one another.
Following the successful completion of the groupwork, the team is excited to continue supporting families through more programmes aimed at strengthening family relationships.
🎉Chinese New Year Celebration 2026 at TRANS FOCUS Active Ageing Centre
On 27 February 2026, TRANS FOCUS Active Ageing Centre organised a Chinese New Year celebration for seniors, bringing together members, volunteers and community partners for a morning of festive activities and engagement. The programme included musical performances, mass singing, line dance, a skit, multiple rounds of lucky draws and a Best Dress Contest. Participants also received welcome tea from Heng Foh Tong Medical Hall and oranges to mark the festive occasion.
The celebration concluded with lunch and a communal Lo Hei session, symbolizing wishes for health, prosperity, and unity in the year ahead. The event was supported by corporate volunteers from Maybank and one volunteer from TRANS Family Services, who assisted with event coordination, registration, crowd engagement, and activity facilitation. Their contributions ensured the smooth running of the programme and created a meaningful and inclusive festive experience for our seniors.
Building Connections with Our Volunteers: Volunteer Engagement Lunch 2026
TRANS Family Services hosted a special Volunteer Engagement Lunch on 17 January 2026, bringing together volunteers for an afternoon of connection, learning, and appreciation. The event was the first of its kind as volunteers were invited to bring along a family member or friend, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
The programme featured icebreaker games, a quiz on the history of TRANS Family Services, and a sharing session to help volunteers better understand our work and discover upcoming volunteering opportunities. A highlight of the session was a sharing panel where experienced volunteers shared their personal journeys, meaningful moments, and reflections on volunteering with TRANS Family Services – offering valuable insights and inspiration to fellow participants. The gathering concluded with a hearty lunch enjoyed by all participants.
We extend our sincere thanks to the participants who joined us and contributed to the vibrant session, as well as to the Volunteer Management Subcommittee which thoughtfully planned and executed this meaningful and memorable session.
Coming Together as One TRANS Family: Welcome Party 2026
TRANS Family Services kicked off the year with a joyful Welcome Back Party held on 16 January 2026 at SAFRA Toa Payoh! The afternoon brought together Board members and staff from all centres for a competition of musicality and creativity, sumptuous lunch, and time to reconnect with one another. Cookies and personalised affirmation cards added a thoughtful touch to the event.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the organising committee members from the various centres who worked closely together to plan and implement the event. Their dedication and teamwork made the Welcome Back Party a meaningful and memorable start to 2026 for the TRANS Family.
Wish-A-Gift Christmas Party with Rohde & Schwarz (R&S) Asia
On 20 December 2025, TRANS Family Services collaborated with Rohde & Schwarz (R&S) Asia to celebrate the festive season by throwing a joyful Christmas party for families!
Families enjoyed a range of festive highlights, including an entertaining balloon show, delicious, sweet treats and the much-anticipated arrival of Santa Claus, who delighted children by presenting them with their Christmas gifts generously donated by staff of R&S Asia
The event was made even more special through the involvement of TRANS FOCUS Active Ageing Centre seniors, who led engaging games such as fishing, frisbee, memory challenge, snakes and ladders and bowling — creating meaningful moments of inter-generational bonding. We would also like to thank Senior Minister of State and Grassroots Adviser Mr Tan Kiat How, who graced the event and gave heartfelt well-wishes to the families.
Around 85 attendees came to celebrate this joyous occasion. TRANS Family Services extends its sincere appreciation to R&S Asia and our dedicated TFS staff and volunteers for their collective efforts in making the celebration a meaningful and memorable one.
First Community Farming Partners Meeting & Appreciation Lunch
On Saturday, 20 December 2025, TRANS Family Services (Bedok) proudly hosted its first Community Farming Partners Meeting & Appreciation Lunch, bringing together community partners, residents, and volunteers who have been instrumental in nurturing its community rooftop garden.
The session was a meaningful walk down memory lane, as participants reflected on the garden’s growth journey from its early beginnings to its current flourishing state. To date, the garden has supported the cultivation of over 30 varieties of herbs and vegetables, with harvests benefiting more than 50 households through various donation drives.
Beyond the appreciation lunch, the meeting also served as a platform for open discussion. Participants exchanged ideas and explored practical solutions to sustain the garden and deter acts of mischief at the rooftop garden, reaffirming a shared commitment to maintaining the space for the community’s benefit.
The gathering marked an important milestone in our community farming journey—one rooted in partnership, shared ownership, and collective care. Thank you to our dedicated residents, volunteers, and partners from the Singapore Police Force, East Coast Town Council, NParks, Rainbow Ville Residents’ Network, City Sprouts for your collective support.
Grow-Rassic Together on 3 December 2025!
The Family Day event, organised by TRANS Family Services (Bedok), brought families together for a fun and meaningful outing during the school holidays. With activity booklets in hand, parents and children explored the wonders of Gardens by the Bay’s Flower Dome and Cloud Forest, turning the experience into an exciting learning adventure.
Families enjoyed solving a crossword puzzle that helped them discover unique plants and flowers in the Flower Dome. Many also captured a memorable family photo at their favourite dinosaur exhibition in the Cloud Forest, adding a fun keepsake to the day.
Held in partnership with Gardens by the Bay, the event welcomed 29 participants and was supported by two dedicated TRANS Family Services volunteers. It was a joyful day filled with discovery, bonding, and shared family moments.
EtonHouse Community Fund (ECF) Outing with TRANS Family Services (Bedok & Bedok Reservoir)
On 23 November 2025, TRANS Family Services (Bedok & Bedok Reservoir) collaborated with EtonHouse Community Fund to host a family bonding and enrichment outing at Gardens by the Bay and EtonHouse Garden School by the Bay for families with children aged 7 to 12 years old.
The programme aimed to create shared memories and strengthen parent-child relationships through hands-on learning. Children participated in a photography workshop that encouraged creativity and nature exploration, while caregivers attended a parenting workshop that provided practical tips to support positive communication at home. Interactive engagement activities further promoted curiosity, teamwork, and meaningful connection among families.
A total of 37 participants joined the event. We are grateful for the support of our community partners, who play a vital role in strengthening family bonds and enhancing overall well-being. Together, we look forward to creating more opportunities for families to learn, grow, and thrive through future collaborations!
Empowering Our Frontline: Trauma-Informed Practice Workshop
On the afternoon of 14 November 2025, the administrative team at TRANS Family Services gathered for a dedicated workshop centred on Trauma-Informed Practice. Curated and facilitated by our own social workers and counsellors, the session was designed to deepen the team’s understanding of the principles that guide our client care.
We recognize that our admin staff are often the first point of contact for those seeking support. This session highlighted their critical role in establishing safety and trust from the very first interaction. By equipping them with these insights, we ensure that the warmth and professionalism they already display are grounded in best practices for client well-being.
We are incredibly proud of our admin team for their commitment to learning and for being such compassionate ambassadors of our mission. A heartfelt thank you also goes to our clinical team for leading this impactful afternoon of shared learning.
East Region Practice Work Group
Since its formation in April 2025, the East Region Practice Work Group — made up of partners from TRANS Family Services (TFS), YGOS, Montfort Care, THK and PPIS — has been meeting every two months with great energy and purpose. Each session has been a space for us to align our visions and practice directions, and prepare for the upcoming regionalisation of the sector. Together, the agencies have been openly exchanging insights, challenges, and ideas to strengthen services in the East.
At our latest session on 13 November 2025 hosted by TFS, the TRANS FSC (Bedok Reservoir) team — together with the Practice and Service Development team — shared their project on key considerations in developing services and programmes. They also led an engaging activity where representatives from each organisation added their own on-the-ground experiences to shape a shared set of considerations that truly reflects the needs and hopes of the communities we serve.
We also heard a thoughtful presentation from the Marine Parade FSC team on how they approach needs assessment. It was an invigorating afternoon of learning, reflection, and collaboration. Together, the work group is developing practical guidelines to inform service and programme development for the East region in the coming year.
A big thank you to all our partners for your passion, commitment, and teamwork!