Basic Befriending Training
TRANS Family Services welcomes its second group of volunteer befrienders on 23 August 2025! The group of 11 volunteers attended a full-day training session, which included interactive activities and a panel discussion featuring experienced befrienders who shared their journeys and insights.
The session is designed to equip befrienders with the skills and confidence to build meaningful relationships with seniors and children in the community.
By fostering these connections, TRANS Family Services continues to strengthen social bonds and promote a lasting positive impact.
Join Us as a Befriender
Are you ready to make a difference — one conversation at a time?
TRANS Family Services is recruiting volunteer befrienders! This role offers a unique opportunity to connect with others and contribute to a more caring and inclusive community.
Minimum commitment: 1 year of befriending
Sign up with us via https://www.trans.org.sg/be-a-volunteer/
SG60 National Day Celebration at TRANS FOCUS AAC
On 5 July 2025, TRANS Family Services hosted its first-ever Fun Day at Universal Studios Singapore. A total of 288 staff, family members, and friends came together to enjoy a Saturday filled with laughter, thrilling rides, sweet treats, and countless photo-worthy moments. It was a chance to pause, unwind, and connect beyond the workplace.
At TRANS Family Services, we believe that strong teams are built not only through shared work but also through shared moments. TFS Fun Day was our way of celebrating our incredible people — and the families who support them every step of the way.
Celebrating with Heart and Community: National Day with KCCCC
On 2 August 2025, a contingent of staff proudly represented TRANS Family Services at Kampong Chai Chee Community Club’s National Day Observance Ceremony at Heartbeat@Bedok.
More than just a celebration, the invitation was a meaningful recognition of our dedication to the community and a reminder of the strong bonds we share with the people we serve. We are honoured to stand alongside our community partners and neighbours in marking Singapore’s birthday, and we look forward to continuing this journey of care and connection together.
TRANS Family Services Fun Day at Universal Studios Singapore – A Day to Remember!
On 5 July 2025, TRANS Family Services hosted its first-ever Fun Day at Universal Studios Singapore. A total of 288 staff, family members, and friends came together to enjoy a Saturday filled with laughter, thrilling rides, sweet treats, and countless photo-worthy moments. It was a chance to pause, unwind, and connect beyond the workplace.
At TRANS Family Services, we believe that strong teams are built not only through shared work but also through shared moments. TFS Fun Day was our way of celebrating our incredible people — and the families who support them every step of the way.
Project R.I.C.E.+ 2025
For the past few years, our Family Service Centres in Bedok and Bedok Reservoir have been privileged to collaborate with Singapore Red Cross (SRC) on Project R.I.C.E.+; an annual flagship initiative with Sheng Siong supermarket which provides household necessities to low-income families, elderly individuals living alone, and residents facing financial difficulties. Ration packs include essential food and necessities, providing immediate relief for families’ daily needs and reassuring them that the community cares for their well-being.
This year, the distribution drives took place on 28 June 2025 at TRANS FSC (Bedok Reservoir) and 16 August 2025 at TRANS FSC (Bedok), with over 970 sets of rations distributed to 156 families in total. Volunteers from TRANS Family Services and SRC worked together to ensure smooth and efficient distribution.
We would like to extend our gratitude to SRC and Sheng Siong supermarket for the yearly partnership.
Donation of Bird’s Nest to FOCUS Seniors by Heng Foh Tong Medical Hall
TRANS FOCUS Active Ageing Centre (AAC) gratefully acknowledges the generous donation of 200 boxes of bird’s nest from Heng Foh Tong Medical Hall. The gift was warmly received by our seniors on 12 May 2025. We deeply appreciate this thoughtful contribution, which supports our ongoing efforts to promote the health and well-being of the seniors in our community.
A Celebration of Love – Commemorating Mother’s Day with TRANS FSC (Bedok Reservoir)
In celebration of Mother’s Day, TRANS Family Service Centre (Bedok Reservoir) set up an engagement booth at Heartbeat@Bedok. Visitors took part in a fun spin-the-wheel activity, where each spin revealed a myth or fact about seeking help from social services and the role of Family Service Centres (FSCs). Meaningful conversations arose from the common misconceptions that were addressed.
The team also used the opportunity to share more about the support services available at our FSCs. Informational brochures were handed out to residents and anyone interested in learning more.
Overall, the event was a valuable opportunity to connect with the community, raise awareness, and promote help-seeking.
DISC Profiling Workshop: Growing Together at TRANS
35 new staff members of TRANS Family Services took part in an engaging DISC Personality Profiling workshop by Anagram Group. Through interactive activities and eye-opening exercises, they explored how personality styles could shape communication and teamwork.
The DISC workshop is one of TRANS Family Services’ initiatives to enhance teamwork and cohesion at work, and reflects our commitment to continual professional development.
Welcome Back to TRANS FOCUS Active Ageing Centre!
After half a year of renovation, TRANS FOCUS Active Ageing Centre (AAC) was thrilled to welcome back over 145 seniors to a refreshed, vibrant, and cosy space in the heart of the Toh Yi community. To celebrate this special homecoming, we hosted a delightful buffet and a lively performance by entertainer Alex Tan, bringing joy and energy to everyone present.
The newly renovated centre now features a spacious and airy layout, including upgraded toilets, a pantry, and open areas that allow our seniors to comfortably enjoy a wide range of activities.
Partnering for Impact: Eastern Region Networking Meeting
On 4 April 2025, TRANS Family Services hosted a networking session for colleagues from the Ministry of Social and Family Development and community partners in the eastern region.
The session served as a meaningful platform for partners to envision what an integrated, team-based model of care for complex cases involving multiple agencies could look like.
We are grateful to our dedicated partners’ participation. MSF, SSO, Allkin Singapore, Care Corner Singapore Ltd, Good News Community Services, Montfort Care, Methodist Welfare Services, PPIS, Thye Hua Kwan Moral Charities, YGOS – Youth Guidance Outreach Services, and SBL Vision FSC
Celebrating World Social Work Day
Staff from across TRANS Family Services (TFS) came together for a meaningful and energizing morning on World Social Work Day. Each centre gave a presentation on a programme or practice — ranging from community work projects to trauma-informed care.
The session was a valuable opportunity for staff from different centres to connect and be inspired by one another, uniting our commitment to collaboration, shared learning, and delivering holistic support to the communities we serve.