To the kampung, Ah Poh is known as the world’s oldest father, but to his youngest son, Seng, he’s much more than that. Through Ah Poh’s life and his love for his family, we see how a stronger and more resilient community is built.
At MSF Singapore, we are committed to strengthening families by providing support, stability, and care through all seasons of life. Together, let’s create a society where every family can thrive.
Visit go.gov.sg/BuildingFamilies to find out more.
Sometimes, a call for help isn’t spoken out loud – it’s hidden in plain sight 🔍
If you witness or suspect domestic violence, knowing the A.R.T. of Safe Interruption can help you intervene safely. It can be as simple as asking “Are you okay?”, offering a listening ear, or creating a distraction.
Learn more in our video.
Video inspired by @knowthesignsbts@ngeeannpoly
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 @msfcares ComLink+ programme, she was connected her to @touchcommunityservices 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💪
#BetterStartsWithUs
Follow our MSF team to Hangzhou, as we participated in the 5th Singapore-China Social Governance Forum!
Together with fellow Singapore government agencies, we exchanged best practices with our Chinese counterparts on strengthening societies and supporting families in an evolving world.
Engagements like this are one of the many ways MSF connects on the international stage. We deepen bilateral ties, gain a window into how other societies navigate shared challenges, and return with fresh perspectives to strengthen our work on the ground. Here’s a quick glimpse into the trip 👀
📣 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
Sometimes messy. Always worth it.
We don’t always see it in the moment, but every noisy dinner, every argument over nothing, every night that felt too crowded were the moments that made us who we are.
In the moments that matter most, Family Begins with Me.
🏠❤️ Join us at the National Family Festival from 30 May.
Find out more at the link in bio.
#FamilyBeginsWithMe #FamilyFestSG #FamiliesforLife
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 , 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) @feiyue.sg . 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
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.
#MSF #SocialService #Singapore
Home is supposed to be a safety net, but what happens when it is no longer available?
In this episode, Wendy joins a Partners Engaging and Empowering Rough Sleepers (PEERS) Officer from @msfcares to get an insight into the rough sleeping community.
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! 👀
