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Ministry of Health
Parliamentary QA

IDENTIFYING INCREASED CARE NEEDS OF SENIORS SUPPORTED BY MIGRANT DOMESTIC WORKERS AND FACILITATING ADDITIONAL CAREGIVER TRAINING

3 November 2026

NOTICE PAPER NO. 1399

NOTICE OF QUESTION FOR WRITTEN ANSWER

FOR THE SITTING OF PARLIAMENT ON 3 NOVEMBER 2026 

 

Name and Constituency of Member of Parliament

Mr Gabriel Lam

MP for Sembawang GRC


Question No. 2205

To ask the Coordinating Minister for Social Policies and Minister for Health whether there is any mechanism for Government agencies to identify when the care needs of a senior, who is primarily supported by a migrant domestic worker, have increased substantially, and to facilitate additional practical training for the caregiver which corresponds to the senior’s changed needs.


Answer

1            There are various touchpoints through which the seniors or their loved ones can get support for their care needs. For example, under Healthier SG, seniors are supported by their family physicians to manage their health and detect changes in their health early. Seniors can also consult the care staff at Community Health Posts (CHPs) co-located with Active Ageing Centres to identify changes in their care needs and be connected to relevant healthcare services. Where seniors’ care needs change following a hospitalisation, caregivers are guided on the senior’s updated care needs prior to discharge to ensure care continuity. Seniors receiving long-term care services are also assessed regularly to identify any changes in their care needs.

2            We support caregivers, including Migrant Domestic Workers, in acquiring the necessary skills to care for their loved ones. Caregivers can find out more about available support, including the Caregivers Training Grant (CTG), through the Agency for Integrated Care’s (AIC’s) website, hotline, or by approaching a nearby AIC Link. Caregivers can also visit their nearest CHP if they require caregiving support.