Mr. Tan has found a place for himself and a level in Yishun so that his boy may live on his own.  ,
But, Hsu-Wen has his own concerns. ” I do n’t know how to do things. I’m scared that if I live alone, I do n’t know how to take care of myself”, he told CNA.
While Mr. Tan has been taking care of Hsu-Wen’s attention on his own, including the fact that she has a number of health problems, including insulin, and uses a chair,
Hsu-Wen’s case was sent to the social service organization Thoughts earlier this year after he visited the hospital for treatment.
Some caregivers do not seek help as they lack knowledge of service, said Ms Ong Lay Hoon, director of community-based help service at MINDS. She continued,” Even those who know may be hesitant to do so.”
Some caregivers lack the assurance that there are enough resources or individuals who are aware of the needs of the people who take care of the people who are it, she said.
” Privately, caregivers hope for a miracle, or waited for someone to step up as their leader, to truly take over the treatment of the people with philosophical illness that they have cared for for many years,” said one caregiver.
Mr. Tan’s boy has benefited from MINDS instruction, which has helped him gain more independence.  ,
For example, Hsu-Wen has started taking public transportation around on his own. Since he started using a concessionary go, costs have also decreased. He has even made companions.  ,
” If I’d known,  , I would have sent him to Thoughts much earlier. It’s so much better then … But at least then he’s happy”, said Mr Tan.