SEEDS of Wellness

In 2022, The Straits Times reported that the number of suicides in Singapore had risen by 25.9%, a total of 476 suicides, increased from the 378 suicides reported in 2021. The report added that the suicide cases spread across most age groups but were more prevalent amongst the youth and elderly.

In response to the pressing concern of mental health issues in our community, we had initiated the SEEDS of Wellness programme to complement the nationwide efforts in raising awareness and destigmatising mental health issues.

South East Emotional and Empowerment Development Support comprises of three key components:

a. Community Mental Wellness Grant

• We welcome community partners to customise mental wellness-related programmes to their specific needs. We encourage our partners to identify the needs within your community and propose engaging activities based on well-researched evidence for your organisations.

  Capped at $10,000 per project per application.

b. Musical and Skit

• The musical and skit were curated to raise awareness and promote a deeper understanding of mental well-being issues through relatable characters who overcome adversity. Additionally, they aim to alleviate feelings of loneliness often associated with mental well-being challenges.

• We've wrapped up '12 Going on 13', our SEEDS of Wellness initiative that reached out to over 2300 participants in the South East District through theatre and community events.

  
  

c. Self-Help Toolkit

• Attendees of the musical and skit will receive a self-help toolkit, including stress-relief tools and helplines to reach out to when facing mental health issues.

• The toolkit will also feature additional resources for mental health strategies and stress-coping techniques.

For more information

If you are interested to bring mental health awareness to your community, kindly contact: Mr Azhar at Azhar_AZMI@pa.gov.sg