I grew up in a single parent family as my mother passed away when I was seven. My father did his best to raise me up to the best of his abilities, despite the little time we had to spend together.
My father did his best to raise me up to the best of his abilities, despite the little time we had to spend together.
In 2017, I was 24 and was eagerly looking forward to graduating from university. Filled with anticipation and hope at what the future could offer, I was excited to start work so that I could contribute financially and ease my father’s burden. My father, a once strong and independent man, now needed my help with walking, toileting and dressing. After the news of his stroke diagnosis, I couldn’t help but break down completely.But because it was just me and my father, it also meant that I was suddenly the head of my household as a young adult.
I wanted to give him the assurance that I would be there for him, bringing him food he loves, and encouraging him to do his rehab diligently so he can recover fully. After that, caregiving was about finding activities to occupy him, as he was no longer able to do many of the activities he enjoyed.He slid into depression, and stopped hanging out with his friends and refused to answer their calls. In 2020, the lack of social interaction due to Covid-19 worsened his mood.I made sure to spend more time with him. If I was not busy with my online classes, I would sit with him to watch TV together and talk to him, something that we never used to do previously.
AIC’s Home Caregiving Grant, which gives eligible caregivers a cash payout to support those with at least permanent moderate disability, was a lifesaver. In March this year, it was increased to S$400, which helped greatly to offset some caregiving costs, especially since my dad’s payout for ElderShield was ending.
It was a difficult routine for my father to get used to, because people would sometimes stare at my dad on his wheelchair in the crowded train which made him uncomfortable.
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