Happenings

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!

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.

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!

To foster greater awareness of elder abuse within the community, TRANS SAFE Centre conducted a free one-hour interactive session in Mandarin for 14 seniors from Goodlife Studio (Bedok) on 4 Nov 2025. The session covered these key topics: Understanding what elder abuse is and why it matters to our community Recognising common warning signs How to support friends or neighbours who may be facing difficulties Where to seek help and the national resources available Through open conversations and shared learning, participants were reminded of the importance of staying connected, recognising when someone may need help, and knowing that support is available within the community. By strengthening awareness and encouraging mutual care, the session aimed to build a safer, more supportive community of seniors who feel informed, confident, and supported.

On 1 November 2025, TRANS FSC (Bukit Timah)'s Parenting Webinar brought together parents from diverse backgrounds for an online conversation that challenged one key question: "What does success truly mean for our children?" In today's fast-paced world, many parents grapple with balancing academic achievement, emotional wellbeing, and personal growth. The session encouraged parents to pause and reflect on the broader meaning of success beyond grades, trophies, or milestones. Through sharing and interactive discussions, participants explored how success can be redefined as a journey of resilience, curiosity, and self-discovery. Parents were also guided to consider how nurturing emotional intelligence, empathy, and confidence can empower children to thrive in their own unique ways. The webinar was a poignant reminder on how every child’s path is different, and that success doesn't come with comparison, but with connection — between parents and children, and between who they are and who they can become.

TRANS Family Services recently conducted a two-part webinar series on Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) on 3 and 24 October 2025, exploring how its principles can be applied when supporting persons with intellectual disabilities. The sessions brought together around 100 allied professionals from MINDS including psychologists, social workers and occupational therapists fostering shared learning and collaboration in providing trauma-informed support.