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21/06/2026
Good Morning and Happy Father’s Day……. 🌹🌞
Ever received a forwarded message like this from your Dad? It’s just his way of expressing that he’s thinking of you.
So this Father’s Day, let’s return the favour.
Can you catch the right items?🧐
A good rule of thumb is to donate items you’d be happy to receive! Donate via a food charity near you - visit FoodConnect Directory for the list: https://foodconnect.gov.sg/directory/
Still not sure what to donate? Keep these in mind:
🍎Nutrition: Choose items with the Healthier Choice logo.
🛒Convenience: Smaller packs (like 1kg rice) are easier to manage for smaller households
✅Food Safety: Ensure packaging is intact and expiry is 3+ months away.
14/05/2026
After 10 years out of the workforce, returning to work felt nearly impossible for Mdm Rahayu – but this determined mother wasn’t giving up on her family.
Through MSF Singapore ComLink+ programme, she was connected her to TOUCH Community Services Project 1,2,3!, where a job coach helped her identify her strengths, refine her resume, and rebuild her confidence. Within two months, she found part-time work – and she has since landed a full-time job and secured a BTO flat.
Throughout this journey, ComLink+ family coach Esther walked alongside Mdm Rahayu, working with her to overcome challenges and encouraging her every step of the way.
Mdm Rahayu’s story is one of many examples of how MSF and community partners are joining hands to give families the support they need to thrive. Better Starts With Us💪
11/05/2026
📣 Big news for parents!
From 1 April 2026, eligible working parents will get 10 weeks of Shared Parental Leave on top of your paternity and maternity leave 👶 But maybe leavemaxxing is all you need to know 😛
For more info, visit go.gov.sg/gpls-spl
10/05/2026
Sometimes you just gotta read your mum's text and smile... because behind every funny message is a loved one who is rooting for you at work. Swipe to see some of our favourite interactions between our MSF staff and their mothers!
Wishing all mothers a very Happy Mother's Day, thank you for being our biggest supporters in life! 💛
In a chat with Minister of State Goh Pei Ming 吴培铭, Wei Feng and Peishan open up about the challenges they faced in their marriage, and their experience undergoing family counselling at the Strengthening Families Programme (FAM) (Fei Yue). To ensure that more couples like Wei Feng and Peishan can receive support readily, MSF is also increasing family counselling capacity.
Reaching out for help isn’t a sign of weakness. Taking the first step can help to make things better for you and your loved ones. If you need support in managing stresses in your family relationships, or wish to seek family counselling services, visit: 👉🏻 go.gov.sg/familyassist
01/05/2026
Planning ahead is one of the greatest gifts you can give your loved ones.
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) puts in place the support your family may need if you or a loved one ever loses mental capacity, ensuring the right decisions are made by the right people, at the right time.
From 1 May 2026, LPA fees have been reduced. Get started, and appoint your LPA at go.gov.sg/opg-lpa.
What does it take to support a family through difficult moments?
Follow D-Jin as he shadows Senior Clinical Psychologist, Huan Shern and witnesses firsthand how care, empathy and professional guidance come together to help a foster parent navigate challenges with her foster child.
From understanding behaviours to building trust, this is a glimpse into the patience and expertise it takes to support families through difficult moments — where children are made to feel safe through calm communication and with clear boundaries established.
Disclaimer: The following content is a skit featuring an actor in the role of a foster parent.
Guiding, listening, and supporting families is all in a day’s work for Siti.
Her work makes a real difference – can you guess her job? 🤔
We challenged a passerby to figure it out. Think you know it? Drop your guess in the comments before the reveal at the end! 👀
22/04/2026
📢 A quick recap of recent updates to the ComLink+ Progress Packages 👉
Sometimes, it’s the small milestones that matter most. That’s why we’ve enhanced the ComLink+ Progress Packages, along with a new Partnership Payout! These recognise the efforts behind every step forward, as families continue to work closely with MSF towards their longer-term goals 💛
🔗 For more information, visit go.gov.sg/clpp-enhancement