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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20231028T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20231028T160000
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SUMMARY:Workshop: ChatGPT in Education: Fostering Responsible Engagement for Children and Youth
DESCRIPTION:API Care and Counselling is happy to organise this  workshop to equip participants with the knowledge and tools needed to guide our children and youth in effectively navigating the complexities of the digital age\nIn today’s educational landscape\, an increasing number of young learners are embracing generative AI technologies\, such as ChatGPT\, to enhance their learning experiences and academic endeavours. While this technology presents significant potential for learning\, it also carries the risk of being utilized in ways that may hinder critical understanding\, and risks for potential bias\, misinformation\, and plagiarism. This workshop seeks to familiarize concerned adults with this cutting-edge technology through a lens of critical engagement. By doing so\, we aim to equip parents\, educators\, and mentors with the knowledge and tools needed to guide our children and youth in effectively navigating the complexities of the digital age. Join us in this exploration of how ChatGPT can be harnessed for responsible and enriching educational experiences. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n\nThe Potential of ChatGPT to enhance learning and wellbeing\nIdentifying Risks of this new Technology\nCultivating Critical Thinking and Digital Literacy to Mitigate Risks\nNurturing Ethical and Thoughtful Engagement\n\n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\nWho Should Attend\n\nParents and Guardians\nTeachers and Educators\nYouth Mentors and Coaches\nMental Health Professionals working with youth\nEducation Policy Makers and Administrators\n\nAbout the Speakers\nMr. Lim Cheng Yong\nMPsy (Clinical)\, MA (Pastoral Studies)\, BPsy (Hons)\, BSc\, PGDip (Education) \n \nCheng Yong works as a clinical psychologist with a local hospital after serving as an educator in the local education system for the past 30 years. In his clinical training\, he worked with patients with anxiety\, depression\, and those coping with grief from loss\, amongst other mental health conditions. His primary psychotherapy modalities are Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. \n  \nDr. Matthew Lim\nDClinPsy\, DPhil (Psychiatry)\, BSocSc (Hons) \n \nMatthew has worked in inpatient and outpatient psychology services in London and Singapore and has over five years of experience supervising clinical psychology trainees. He serves as a lecturer in clinical psychology at a local university and has successfully published several academic papers in international peer-reviewed journals. He is a registered practitioner psychologist and clinical supervisor with the Singapore Psychological Society. \n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n  \nRegistration\nCLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 26 October 2023 \nNOTE: \n\nYour place in the workshop will only be secured when payment is received.\nPayment needs to be received at least 2 working days before the workshop.\nPlease note that there will be no refunds should you be unable to attend the workshop. However\, your place on the workshop can be replaced by another person in such circumstances.\nPlease contact the organiser for more enquiries.
URL:https://apicarecounselling.com.sg/event/workshop-chatgpt-in-education-fostering-responsible-engagement-for-children-and-youth/
LOCATION:API Care & Counselling\, 20 Aljunied Road\, Singapore\, 389805\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Event,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="API Care & Counselling":MAILTO:register@apicarecounselling.com.sg
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20231111T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20231111T100000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145122
CREATED:20231024T135802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T135802Z
UID:13838-1699689600-1699696800@apicarecounselling.com.sg
SUMMARY:Community Event: Walk For Rice 2023
DESCRIPTION:API Care and Counselling is happy to organise this community event to to raise white rice\, brown rice\, and oats for vulnerable families in South-east district. This year’s target is to raise and distribute rice and oats to 7\,000 vulnerable families in the South East District where API Care and Counselling Centre is situated!\nWalk-for-Rice is an initiative by South-East Community Development Council (SECDC) and NTUC FairPrice to invite the community to raise white rice\, brown rice\, and oats for vulnerable families in South-east district. As part of the community within South-east district\, API Care and Counselling has contributed to this initiative since 2018 (with the exception of 2021 and 2022 due to Covid-19) by mobilizing our families\, friends\, and associates to walk or run to raise rice and oats. For every 300 metres of walking or running recorded\, FairPrice Foundation has committed to donate 1 bowl of white rice\, 1 bowl of brown rice and 1 bowl of oatmeal to a vulnerable family residing in South East District. This year’s target is to raise and distribute rice and oats to 7\,000 vulnerable families in the South East District where API Care and Counselling Centre is situated \nWHAT IS REQUIRED FOR PARTICIPATION \nTo participate in this event\, simply register online with the required information\, confirm your participation by making payment via PayNow\, and complete the indemnity form. \nOn event day\, ensure you are appropriately attired for the walk/run and be sufficiently hydrated prior to the commencement of the walk/run. We aspire to collectively complete a 5km route (1 round of the reservoir park).\n \nWHY YOU SHOULD COME FOR THE EVENT \nWalk-for-Rice 2023 is an effort by API Care and Counselling to raise rice and oats for vulnerable families in our community after a two-year hiatus. Besides walking or running\, we will also be helping to distribute the rice and oats raised to these families. Through this event\, we hope to create greater awareness of the needy people in our neighbourhood and to demonstrate our love and unwavering support for them. \n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\nRegistration\nCLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 31 October 2023 \nPlease click HERE to Register. \nNOTE: \n\nYour place in the  will only be secured when payment is received.\nPayment needs to be received at least 2 working days before the event.\nPlease note that there will be no refunds should you be unable to attend the event. However\, your place on the event can be replaced by another person in such circumstances.\nPlease contact the organiser for more enquiries.
URL:https://apicarecounselling.com.sg/event/community-event-walk-for-rice-2023/
LOCATION:Bedok Reservoir Park\, 760 Bedok Reservoir Rd\, 479245\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Event
ORGANIZER;CN="API Care & Counselling":MAILTO:register@apicarecounselling.com.sg
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20240330T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20240330T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145122
CREATED:20230409T102406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T113619Z
UID:13771-1711803600-1711814400@apicarecounselling.com.sg
SUMMARY:Workshop: Managing Caregiver Stress in Challenging and Uncertain Times
DESCRIPTION:API Care and Counselling is happy to organise this workshop to help participants learn about caregiver stress in challenging times \nEquip yourself with valuable skills to better manage caregiver stress and improve a family’s well-being. The workshop explores the multiple stressors families face in Singapore\, the signs of caregiver burnout\, and practical steps to manage caregiver burden. You will also learn to use screening tools to assess your mental well-being objectively \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n\nUnderstanding the multiple stressors that families undergo in Singapore\nRecognising the signs and risks of burnout in caregivers to children with needs and vulnerable\nadults\nUsing screening tools for depression\, anxiety\, and stress as an objective self-assessment tool\nAdopting practical steps to manage caregiver burden\nParticipative learning from case studies\n\n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\nWho Should Attend\n\nFamily members or friends providing care to children with special needs or vulnerable adults\nProfessionals or volunteers seeking to develop interviewing skills\nTeachers\, educators or community workers interested in understanding family dynamics\nAnyone interested in learning practical steps to support vulnerable families\n\nAbout the Speakers\nMr. Joseph Chan\nEdD (studies)\, Master (Social Work)\, MA (Pastoral Studies)\, GradDip (Social Work)\, BPsy\, BBA \n \nJoseph has worked in the social service sector for more than 20 years. In his time as a social worker and head of a Family Service Centre\, he saw the impact that conflictual family relationships\, addictions\, and financial issues can have on family life. He also has the experience of heading the Family Resource Centre and worked with ex-offenders in their personal rehabilitation journeys. Between 2016 and 2018\, he chaired the Family Violence Work Group for the Ang Mo Kio Region. He is a registered social worker with the Singapore Association of Social Workers. \n  \nMs. Jacinda Tan\nMA (Applied Psychology)\, BA Hons (Social Science) \n \nJacinda has worked in the social service sector for more than 15 years and has been engaged in\nboth children and youth work. Her rehabilitation and protection work has covered youth-at-risk\,\nprotection of children\, offending youths and adults\, including those with mental illness. She\ncurrently leads a team at work and supervises social work interns. \n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n  \nRegistration\nPlease register using this form. \nCLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 27 Mar 2024 \nNOTE: \n\nYour place in the workshop will only be secured when payment is received.\nPayment needs to be received at least 2 working days before the workshop.\nPlease note that there will be no refunds should you be unable to attend the workshop. However\, your place on the workshop can be replaced by another person in such circumstances.\nPlease contact the organiser for more enquiries.
URL:https://apicarecounselling.com.sg/event/workshop-managing-caregiver-stress-in-challenging-and-uncertain-times/
LOCATION:API Care & Counselling\, 20 Aljunied Road\, Singapore\, 389805\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Event,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="API Care & Counselling":MAILTO:register@apicarecounselling.com.sg
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20240727T093000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20240727T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145122
CREATED:20240531T143101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T144448Z
UID:13864-1722072600-1722083400@apicarecounselling.com.sg
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Forever Young: Aging with Success
DESCRIPTION:API Care and Counselling is happy to organise this workshop to help participants learn about practical tools to navigate older adulthood with vitality and foster resilience in the face of challenges\nSingaporeans are living longer than any previous generation\, but they may also live with more chronic health conditions and fear of cognitive decline. We invite you to participate in our upcoming holistic workshop designed to provide you with the knowledge and practical tools to navigate older adulthood with vitality. In this workshop\, we will delve into the physical and cognitive changes associated with aging\, offering participants insights into sustaining optimal health and mobility as they enter this phase of life. \nThrough small group discussions and reflective exercises\, participants will foster resilience in the face of challenges such as life transitions and physical decline. Moreover\, we will delve into preventative health strategies and explore the contribution of healthy attitudes towards aging and spirituality for holistic well-being\, personal growth\, and community connections. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n\nUnderstand the physical and cognitive changes associated with aging and how to maintain physical health and mobility\nExplore preventative health strategies to promote healthy aging and preventing age-related diseases including cognitive decline\nLearn about the psychological and social aspects of aging\, including emotional well-being\nExplore the role of spirituality and personal wisdom for wellbeing\, personal growth\, and community\nLearn practical strategies of budgeting for your retirement\n\n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\nWho Should Attend\n\nThe “young-old” (ages 65 to 74 years) who are interested in maintaining their physical\, cognitive\, and emotional well-being as they age\nFamily members or friends who provide support for older adults and want to better assist them in aging well\nProfessionals and volunteers who work with older adults and want to enhance their understanding of aging-related issues\nRepresentatives from community organizations\, senior centres\, and religious institutions interested in promoting successful aging\nAnyone interested in learning about the challenges and opportunities associated with aging\n\nAbout the Speakers\nDr. Lew Yii Jen\n \nMBBS (S’pore)\, M Med (Family Medicine\, S’pore)\, FCFPS (S’pore)\n \nYii Jen is a practicing family physician who obtained his Master of Medicine\, Family Medicine from the National University of Singapore and is a Fellow of the College of Family Physicians\, Singapore\, FCFP(S). He has held senior positions in various health organisations\, promoting comprehensive and integrated care of chronic health patients. He also obtained a Graduate Diploma in Acupuncture and Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies. \n  \nMs. Alice Tan Guong Khim\n\nMA (Counselling and Community Work)\, MBA\, MA (Pastoral Studies)\, FCCA\, ISCA\n\n \nAlice is currently counselling at Care Corner Singapore and has previously completed counselling placements at the Farrer Park and Simei Care and Counselling Centre. She was also involved in rehabilitation programmes at the Hiding Place and Tamar Village Mercy Centre as part of her community work practicum. In the spirit of lifelong learning\, and to equip herself in professional counselling\, she picked up a Master of Arts in Counselling and Community Work as a second career. \n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n  \nRegistration\nPlease register using this FORM. \nCLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 25 Jul 2024 \nNOTE: \n\nYour place in the workshop will only be secured when payment is received.\nPayment needs to be received at least 2 working days before the workshop.\nPlease note that there will be no refunds should you be unable to attend the workshop. However\, your place on the workshop can be replaced by another person in such circumstances.\nPlease contact the organiser for more enquiries.
URL:https://apicarecounselling.com.sg/event/workshop-forever-young-aging-with-success/
LOCATION:API Care & Counselling\, 20 Aljunied Road\, Singapore\, 389805\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Event,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="API Care & Counselling":MAILTO:register@apicarecounselling.com.sg
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20240928T093000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20240928T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145122
CREATED:20240531T144429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T144606Z
UID:13866-1727515800-1727526600@apicarecounselling.com.sg
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Heart-to-Heart: Intimacy in Marriage
DESCRIPTION:API Care and Counselling is happy to organise this workshop to help participants learn good communication skills to increase marital satisfaction\nGood communication increases marital satisfaction and helps to build deep bonds in a marriage. Compared to other relationships\, good communication in marriages not only increases marital satisfaction but builds deep bonds. It also fosters trust\, understanding\, and emotional intimacy on a much deeper level. However\, achieving good communication in marriage can be challenging. Couples may face barriers such as differences in communication styles\, past unresolved conflicts\, and external stressors that can hinder effective communication. It requires effort\, patience\, and a willingness to actively listen and understand each other’s perspectives \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \nThis workshop aims to help married couples maintain a strong and happy marriage through: \n\nUnderstanding the cost and benefits of communication and intimacy in marriage\nEnhancing communication skills to meet each other’s needs and navigate conflicts\nCultivating various aspects of intimacy in marriage\n\n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\nWho Should Attend\n\nMarried couples who wish to strengthen their relationship\, improve communication\, and deepen their emotional connection\nNewlyweds who want to establish healthy foundation for their marriage\nCouples experiencing communication difficulties\, conflicts\, or challenges in their marriage and seek guidance on how to overcome them\nPremarital couples who want to learn effective communication skills to navigate potential conflicts\nIndividuals who are interested in improving their communication skills and understanding of intimacy with their partners\n\nAbout the Speakers\nDr. Steven Tham Chee Kin\n\nPhD (Psychology)\, MSocSc (Counselling)\n\n \nSteven’s 20 years of counselling experience covers a variety of issues such as marital and family conflicts\, sexuality issues\, work stress\, anxiety\, depression\, and grief. He provides clinical supervision to lead counsellors and senior counsellors\, and is a registered counsellor and clinical supervisor with the Singapore Association for Counselling. Steven celebrated his 31st wedding anniversary this year and has 3 adult children. \n  \n\nMs. Angeline Yap\n\nMA (Counselling and Community Work)\n \nAngeline is currently working as a counsellor at a private hospital. During and after her counselling practicums in various community agencies and a nursing home\, she has worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures. She has counselled on multiple issues\, including depression\, anxiety\, stress\, sleep disturbances\, grief\, addiction\, relationships\, and self development. She is a registered counsellor with the Singapore Association for Counselling and has been happily married for the last 25 years. \n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n  \nRegistration\nPlease register using this FORM. \nCLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 26 Sep 2024 \nNOTE: \n\nYour place in the workshop will only be secured when payment is received.\nPayment needs to be received at least 2 working days before the workshop.\nPlease note that there will be no refunds should you be unable to attend the workshop. However\, your place on the workshop can be replaced by another person in such circumstances.\nPlease contact the organiser for more enquiries.
URL:https://apicarecounselling.com.sg/event/workshop-heart-to-heart-intimacy-in-marriage/
LOCATION:API Care & Counselling\, 20 Aljunied Road\, Singapore\, 389805\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Event,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="API Care & Counselling":MAILTO:register@apicarecounselling.com.sg
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20241026T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20241026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145122
CREATED:20240908T070738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T062504Z
UID:13848-1729933200-1729944000@apicarecounselling.com.sg
SUMMARY:Course: Pre-Marital Counselling 2024
DESCRIPTION:API Care and Counselling\, the community outreach arm of the Asian Pastoral Institute (API)\, is happy to organise this course to help couples who are contemplating or preparing to get married or wish to strengthen their marriage foundation.\nUNIQUENESS OF THE COURSE\nWorkshops will be taught by a multidisciplinary team of professionals from the fields of counselling\, psychology and social work who are qualified in their respective fields of study. \nAll senior instructors of the course have at least 15 years of experience in helping couples prepare for marriage. \nTo increase the realism and practical usefulness of the course\, most seminars are facilitated by trainers and their spouses. This allows for both the husband’s and wife’s perspectives to be brought to the discussion. \n  \nCURRICULUM\nThis course covers the following topics: \n\nStarting on the right footing\nThe genesis of marriage & roles of husband and wife\nBuilding intimacy & strengthening communication\nResolving conflict\nFactors that make or break a marriage\n\n  \nDELIVERY MODE\n\nClassroom Teaching\nInteraction and Discussion\nGroup Activities\nQuestion and Answer\n\n  \nPERSONALITY PROFILING SERVICE\nCouples undergo a Taylor-Johnson Temperament Analysis (T-JTA) Profile followed by a 1-hour counselling feedback session for this assessment. This assessment helps couples better understand each other’s strengths and weaknesses and compliments the material covered in the pre-marital counselling seminars. \n  \nTESTIMONIALS\n“[This course] has taken us through the key building blocks of a successful marriage. It has provided us with a  safe and discussive platform which fostered deeper communication between couples on important and sensitive issues concerning married life and family. We would definitely  recommend it to all your couples who are planning to get married” \n~  Edmund and Sarah Chan \n“[The programme] has helped us to better understand each  other through our profile assessment and the personality tests. It has taught us how we can communicate our needs and work out our differences.” \n~ William and Amanda Wan \n  \nCOURSE FORMAT\n6 sessions over 3 weekends \n  \nCOURSE FEES PER PERSON\nPackage A \n\nMember’s rate: S$405 (with personality profiling)\nNon-member partner’s rate: $475 (with personality profiling)\n\nPackage B \n\nNon-Member’s rate: S$350 (without personality profiling)\nNon-member’s rate: $475 (with personality profiling)\n\n  \nOCT 24\n\n\nSession 1: Sat 26 Oct\, 9 am to 12 pm \n\n\nSession 2: Sat 26 Oct\, 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm \n\n\nSession 3: Sat 2 Nov\, 9 am to 12 pm \n\n\nSession 4: Sat 2 Nov\, 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm \n\n\nSession 5: Sat 9 Nov\, 9 am to 12 pm \n\n\nSession 6: Sat 9 Nov\, 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm \n\n\n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n  \nFREE ONLINE PREVIEW\nDate: 5 Oct 2024 \nTime: 10 am \nClick HERE to Register! \n  \nREGISTRATION (FOR THE 6 SESSIONS)\nPlease register using this form. \nCLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 12 Oct 2024 \nNOTE: \n\nYour place in the workshop will only be secured when payment is received.\nPayment needs to be received at least 2 working days before the workshop.\nPlease note that there will be no refunds should you be unable to attend the workshop. However\, your place on the workshop can be replaced by another person in such circumstances.\nPlease contact the organiser for more enquiries.\n\nFor queries\, please contact joseph.chan@api.edu.sg
URL:https://apicarecounselling.com.sg/event/course-pre-marital-counselling-2024/
LOCATION:API Care & Counselling\, 20 Aljunied Road\, Singapore\, 389805\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Course,Event
ORGANIZER;CN="API Care & Counselling":MAILTO:register@apicarecounselling.com.sg
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20241123T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20241123T100000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145122
CREATED:20241013T222004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241013T222004Z
UID:13880-1732348800-1732356000@apicarecounselling.com.sg
SUMMARY:Community Event: Walk For Rice 2024
DESCRIPTION:API Care and Counselling is happy to organise this community event to to raise white rice\, brown rice\, and oats for vulnerable families in South-east district. This year’s target is to raise and distribute rice and oats to 7\,000 vulnerable families in the South East District where API Care and Counselling Centre is situated!\nWalk-for-Rice is an initiative by South-East Community Development Council (SECDC) and NTUC FairPrice to invite the community to raise white rice\, brown rice\, and oats for vulnerable families in South-east district. As part of the community within South-east district\, API Care and Counselling has contributed to this initiative since 2018 (with the exception of 2021 and 2022 due to Covid-19) by mobilizing our families\, friends\, and associates to walk or run to raise rice and oats. For every 300 metres of walking or running recorded\, FairPrice Foundation has committed to donate 1 bowl of white rice\, 1 bowl of brown rice and 1 bowl of oatmeal to a vulnerable family residing in South East District. This year’s target is to raise and distribute rice and oats to 7\,000 vulnerable families in the South East District where API Care and Counselling Centre is situated. \nWHAT IS REQUIRED FOR PARTICIPATION \nTo participate in this event\, simply register online with the required information\, confirm your participation by making payment via PayNow\, and complete the indemnity form. \nOn event day\, ensure you are appropriately attired for the walk/run and be sufficiently hydrated prior to the commencement of the walk/run. We aspire to collectively complete a 5km route (1 round of the reservoir park). \nWHY YOU SHOULD COME FOR THE EVENT \nWalk-for-Rice 2024 is an effort by API Care and Counselling to raise rice and oats for vulnerable families in our community after a two-year hiatus. Besides walking or running\, we will also be helping to distribute the rice and oats raised to these families. Through this event\, we hope to create greater awareness of the needy people in our neighbourhood and to demonstrate our love and unwavering support for them \n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\nRegistration\nCLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 12 November 2024 \nPlease click HERE to Register. \nNOTE: \n\nYour place in the event will only be secured when payment is received.\nPayment needs to be received at least 2 working days before the event.\nPlease note that there will be no refunds should you be unable to attend the event. However\, your place on the event can be replaced by another person in such circumstances.\nPlease contact the organiser for more enquiries.
URL:https://apicarecounselling.com.sg/event/community-event-walk-for-rice-2024/
LOCATION:Bedok Reservoir Park\, 760 Bedok Reservoir Rd\, 479245\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Event
ORGANIZER;CN="API Care & Counselling":MAILTO:register@apicarecounselling.com.sg
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20241130T093000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20241130T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145122
CREATED:20240531T145415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T145415Z
UID:13868-1732959000-1732969800@apicarecounselling.com.sg
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: “Gen Z can!” Empowering Youths to Achieve
DESCRIPTION:API Care and Counselling is happy to organise this workshop to help participants gain insights and practical tools for supporting and empowering the next generation as they navigate the complexities of the modern world\nFor the first time in history\, we have a generation of youth that do not know a world without the internet. As true digital natives\, they are a unique generation unlike the ones before. We invite you to participate in a workshop that discusses the unique characteristics\, talents\, and challenges facing Generation Z youth (aged 12 to 27 years). \nExplore the profound impact of technology and digital culture\, along with the mental health challenges prevalent among Gen Z. Engage in discussions on the importance of career guidance and strategies for fostering resilience and emotional intelligence. Join us to gain insights and practical tools for supporting and empowering the next generation as they navigate the complexities of the modern world. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n\nUnderstand the unique characteristics and traits of Gen Z youth\, including their talents\, values\, preferences\, and challenges\nExamine the mental health challenges faced by Gen Z\nDiscuss the importance of career guidance in helping Gen Z navigate their future paths and make informed decisions\nDiscuss effective ways to relate to and nurture Gen Z while helping them cope with their challenges\n\n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\nWho Should Attend\n\nParents of Gen Z youth\nTeachers\, educators\, and coaches working with adolescents and young adults\nSchool and university counsellors\, career advisors\nYouth group leaders and mentors\nProfessionals working with youth populations\nHuman resources professionals involved in hiring young talent\n\nAbout the Speakers\n\nDr. Loke Keng Choong\nPhD (Applied Psychology)\, MA (Applied Psychology) \n\n \nKeng Choong works as a counselling psychologist in a government ministry and works primarily with the Gen Z population. He has 20 years of counselling experience in various settings\, including the social service and healthcare sectors. He is registered with the Singapore Association for Counselling as a registered counsellor\, and the Singapore Psychological Society as a registered psychologist. In addition\, he is a registered clinical supervisor with these two professional bodies. \n  \n\nMr. Lim Cheng Yong\n\nMPsy (Clinical Psychology)\n\n \nCheng Yong works as a clinical psychologist with a local hospital after serving as an educator in the local education system for the past 30 years and offering career counselling to Gen Z youth. In his clinical training\, he worked with patients with anxiety\, depression\, and those coping with grief from loss\, amongst other mental health conditions. His primary psychotherapy modalities are Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. \n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n  \nRegistration\nPlease register using this FORM. \nCLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 28 Nov 2024 \nNOTE: \n\nYour place in the workshop will only be secured when payment is received.\nPayment needs to be received at least 2 working days before the workshop.\nPlease note that there will be no refunds should you be unable to attend the workshop. However\, your place on the workshop can be replaced by another person in such circumstances.\nPlease contact the organiser for more enquiries.
URL:https://apicarecounselling.com.sg/event/workshop-gen-z-can-empowering-youths-to-achieve/
LOCATION:API Care & Counselling\, 20 Aljunied Road\, Singapore\, 389805\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Event,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="API Care & Counselling":MAILTO:register@apicarecounselling.com.sg
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250125T093000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250125T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145122
CREATED:20240930T120351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T044953Z
UID:13875-1737797400-1737808200@apicarecounselling.com.sg
SUMMARY:Workshop: “Can Talk Meh?": Talking Sex and Gender with Children
DESCRIPTION:API Care and Counselling is happy to organise this workshop to help participants gain insights to effectively address and understand children’s inquiries and anxieties regarding sex and gender\nEngaging in conversations about sexuality with children can present challenges for many Christian parents\, such as discussing the birds and bees and addressing risks like internet pornography. This professional workshop provides participants with essential insights to effectively address and understand children’s inquiries and anxieties regarding sex and gender. \nAttendees will acquire practical strategies for initiating and sustaining open\, honest discussions that are in harmony with Christian values and principles. This includes an examination of how developmental stages\, media\, and cultural influences shape children’s perspectives on sexuality. Join us to enhance confidence in navigating these crucial conversations within the context of Christian parenting. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n●      Adapt conversations about sexuality that is age appropriate\n●      Understand Biblical perspectives to sex and sexuality issues and parents’ roles in this conversation\n●      ⁠Discuss the impact of media and peers on children’s understanding of sexuality\n●      Develop open and honest communication about sexuality within the context of Christian values\n●      Explore common questions and concerns that children may have about sexuality \n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\nWho Should Attend\n●      Christian parents of children and adolescents\n●      Youth group leaders\, advisors\, and mentors\n●      Sunday school teachers and Christian educators\n●      Pastors and religious leaders involved in family ministry\n●      Professionals interested in integrating faith-based approaches in counselling \nAbout the Speakers\n\nMs Jacinda Tan\nMA (Applied Psychology)\, BA Hons (Social Science) in Social Work \n\n \n Jacinda has worked in the social service sector for more than 15 years and has been engaged in both children\, youth and family work. Her rehabilitation and protection work has covered youth-at-risk\, protection of children\, offending youths and adults. Adopting a systems perspective\, she also works with stakeholders including parents\, extended family and schools. She currently leads a team at work and is also a serving children’s church teacher in her local church. \n  \n\nMr. David Ho\n\nMA (Counselling & Community Service)\, MA (Pastoral Studies)\n\n \nDavid is a volunteer counsellor with several Family Service Centres and has counselled youths\, adults\, and married couples on family issues. He is also a volunteer at half-way houses for drug offenders seeking to transit back to society. He is a civil engineer and works in the Oil and Gas Industry. David serves as a church elder and supervises house groups and chairs the Facilities & Assets Management of his church. He is also kept busy as a father of 4 children. \n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n  \nRegistration\nPlease register using this FORM. \nCLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 23 Jan 2025 \nNOTE: \n\nYour place in the workshop will only be secured when payment is received.\nPayment needs to be received at least 2 working days before the workshop.\nPlease note that there will be no refunds should you be unable to attend the workshop. However\, your place on the workshop can be replaced by another person in such circumstances.\nPlease contact the organiser for more enquiries.
URL:https://apicarecounselling.com.sg/event/workshop-can-talk-meh-talking-sex-and-gender-with-children/
LOCATION:API Care & Counselling\, 20 Aljunied Road\, Singapore\, 389805\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Event,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="API Care & Counselling":MAILTO:register@apicarecounselling.com.sg
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250322T093000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250322T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145122
CREATED:20240930T122313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T092709Z
UID:13876-1742635800-1742646600@apicarecounselling.com.sg
SUMMARY:Workshop: Healing Presence: Contemplative Meditation for Self-care
DESCRIPTION:API Care and Counselling is happy to organise this workshop to help participants explore the differences between mindfulness and contemplative practices\, and delve into the spiritual roots of contemplative meditation\nOver the last decade\, mental health services have promoted meditation for self-care\, but these practices do not typically include Christian contemplative meditation. In this workshop\, led by a pastor and a clinical psychologist\, participants will explore the differences between mindfulness and contemplative practices\, and delve into the spiritual roots of contemplative meditation. \nThe workshop offers practical skills for integrating contemplation into daily self-care routines and uncovers its profound benefits for spiritual formation. Join the discussion to address common challenges in maintaining a regular contemplative practice and work towards an enriched spiritual journey of holistic wellness. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n\nUnderstand the concept of contemplative meditation and its roots within the Christian tradition\nUnderstand the distinction between mindfulness and contemplative meditation practices\nExplore the physiological and psychological benefits of meditation for personal wellness\, including stress reduction\, emotional regulation\, and increased self-awareness\nDevelop skills for incorporating contemplation into daily soul-care routines\n\n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\nWho Should Attend\n\nChristian interested in deepening their spiritual practice with contemplative meditation techniques\nMental Health Professionals who want to incorporate contemplative practices into their therapeutic approach for Christian clients\nChurch workers and leaders seeking to enhance their understanding of Christian contemplative meditation for pastoral care and spiritual guidance\nAnyone looking to improve their overall well-being through spiritual practices\n\nAbout the Speakers\n\nPastor Choo May Eng Jodi\nMTh (Theology)\, MDiv\, GradDip (Spiritual Direction) \n\n \nMay Eng completed her divinity postgraduate training at Trinity Theological College\, Singapore\, with her Master of Divinity and Master of Theology. She teaches courses including Systematic Theology\, Survey of Church History\, and Foundations for Spiritual Disciplines at the Asian Pastoral Institute. May Eng has also published in various theological journals like the Journal of Asian Evangelical Theology and Church & Society in Asia and is the centre pastor of the Crystal Tabernacle. \n  \n\nDr. Matthew Lim\n\nDClinPsy (Clinical Psychology)\, DPhil\, GradDip (Pastoral Studies)\n\n \nMatthew has worked in inpatient and outpatient public mental health services and has supported adults with severe emotional and social difficulties and a history of childhood adversities. He is a registered practitioner psychologist and clinical supervisor with the Singapore Psychological Society. His clinical and consultancy work has been informed by contemporary “third-wave” meditative psychotherapy practices. \n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n  \nRegistration\nPlease register using this FORM. \nCLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 20 Mar 2025 \nNOTE: \n\nYour place in the workshop will only be secured when payment is received.\nPayment needs to be received at least 2 working days before the workshop.\nPlease note that there will be no refunds should you be unable to attend the workshop. However\, your place on the workshop can be replaced by another person in such circumstances.\nPlease contact the organiser for more enquiries.
URL:https://apicarecounselling.com.sg/event/workshop-healing-presence-contemplative-meditation-for-self-care/
LOCATION:API Care & Counselling\, 20 Aljunied Road\, Singapore\, 389805\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Event,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="API Care & Counselling":MAILTO:register@apicarecounselling.com.sg
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20251108T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20251108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145122
CREATED:20250921T082304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T090657Z
UID:13898-1762592400-1762606800@apicarecounselling.com.sg
SUMMARY:Community Event: House Cleaning 2025
DESCRIPTION:API Care and Counselling\, with Montfort Care\, is organizing a house cleaning event in Marine Parade. Volunteers will help with cleaning and light painting to brighten homes and improve living conditions.\nJoin us and make a difference!\nImportant\n\nMinimum age to participate: 16 years old\n(For participants aged 16–17 years a parent/guardian signature is required. Please download the indemnity form\, have it signed\, and bring it along on the day of the event or upload the signed indemnity form during registration).\nAll participants must complete this online registration\, including the indemnity & consent declaration.\n\n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n  \nRegistration\nPlease register using this FORM. \nCLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 26 Oct 2025 \nNOTE: \n\nYour place in the event will only be secured when payment is received.\nPayment needs to be received before 20 Oct 2025.\nPlease note that there will be no refunds should you be unable to attend the event. However\, your place on the event can be replaced by another person in such circumstances.\nPlease contact the organiser for more enquiries.
URL:https://apicarecounselling.com.sg/event/community-event-house-cleaning-2025/
LOCATION:Marine Parade\, Marine Parade\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Event
ORGANIZER;CN="API Care & Counselling":MAILTO:register@apicarecounselling.com.sg
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20251129T093000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20251129T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145122
CREATED:20250921T064410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250921T064410Z
UID:13896-1764408600-1764419400@apicarecounselling.com.sg
SUMMARY:Workshop: Strategies for Engaging Young Children and Families in Crisis
DESCRIPTION:API Care and Counselling is happy to organise this workshop for professionals who work with young children and families in crisis to understand how adversity and trauma affect the body\, mind and relationships in early childhood\nWorking with young children and families in crisis can be both challenging and deeply meaningful. This workshop will support professionals in understanding how adversity and trauma affect the body\, mind and relationships in early childhood. Through case examples and practical tools\, participants will explore ways to engage families with sensitivity\, strengthen children’s capacity for emotional regulation\, and partner with caregivers to create safe\, supportive environments. The session will also highlight strategies for maintaining professional resilience and well-being while supporting families through difficult experiences. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n\nExplain how trauma affects the brain\, body\, and behaviour\nRecognise how trauma influences young children’s development and family life\nApply practical tools for trauma-informed communication and assessment\nSupport children’s self-regulation and guide caregivers in doing the same\nStrengthen self-awareness and self-care practices to prevent vicarious trauma\n\n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\nWho Should Attend\n\nCommunity professionals working with children or families with young children (e.g.\, counsellors\, therapists\, social workers\, support workers\, medical professionals)\nEducators and youth workers interested in mitigating the impact of crisis and trauma on families\nIndividuals with a personal or professional interest in crisis and trauma\nAnyone seeking to develop practical engagement skills for working with children and families in crisis\n\nAbout the Speakers\n\nMr Joseph Chan \nEdD (Traumatology Track) (Studies)\, Master (Social Work)\, BPsy \n\n \nJoseph has worked in the social service sector for more than 20 years. In his time as a social worker and head of a Family Service Centre\, he witnessed the impact that conflictual family relationships\, addictions\, and financial difficulties on family life. He also headed a Family Resource Centre and supported ex-offenders in their rehabilitation journeys. From 2016 to 2018\, he chaired the Family Violence Work Group in the Ang Mo Kio Region. He is a registered social worker with the Singapore Association of Social Workers. \n  \n\nMs. Eileen Boey\nMEd (Educational Leadership in Practice) (Studies)\, BA (Early Childhood Education)\n\n \nEileen is an early childhood leader with specialised training in crisis support for young children. She has taught across all age groups and advanced to training and mentoring leaders from diverse backgrounds. With more than 15 years of experience in curriculum\, quality assurance\, and trauma-informed practice\, Eileen has supported educators and families in Singapore and Southeast Asia. She is recognised for combining deep compassion with high professional standards\, inspiring others to build resilience in children and families facing crisis. \n\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n								\n  \nRegistration\nPlease register using this FORM. \nCLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION: 27 Nov 2025 \nNOTE: \n\nYour place in the workshop will only be secured when payment is received.\nPayment needs to be received at least 2 working days before the workshop.\nPlease note that there will be no refunds should you be unable to attend the workshop. However\, your place on the workshop can be replaced by another person in such circumstances.\nPlease contact the organiser for more enquiries.
URL:https://apicarecounselling.com.sg/event/workshop-strategies-for-engaging-young-children-and-families-in-crisis/
LOCATION:API Care & Counselling\, 20 Aljunied Road\, Singapore\, 389805\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Event,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="API Care & Counselling":MAILTO:register@apicarecounselling.com.sg
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