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We support individuals – both young and old – with physical, sensory and developmental disabilities, focusing on maximising their potential and helping them to be a part of mainstream society.
We were renamed Society for the Physically Disabled (SPD) in May 1998 and subsequently to just SPD in July 2014 to better reflect the work that we do – serving people beyond physical disabilities.
Technology is a powerful enabler for people with disabilities. With the help of assistive technology (AT), many have been able to overcome their disabilities and become fully-integrated into all aspects of community living. Learn More >
Jan 19, 2016 · SINGAPORE - The Society for the Physically Disabled has renamed itself SPD to better reflect how it helps people with different kinds of disabilities. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Nov 28, 2014 · Singaporeans who are disadvantaged and disabled should be viewed not merely as people in need of help, but as members of society who can make meaningful contributions, said Prime Minister Lee...
Jan 31, 2022 · SINGAPORE - From hand-bound journals to scarves featuring designs by artists with visual impairments, the Istana has been giving out state gifts crafted by the disabled to visiting dignitaries.
SPD is a charity set up in Singapore in 1964 to help people with disabilities to maximise their potential and be integrated into mainstream society. The over 20 programmes we run from six locations islandwide cater to people of all ages with physical, sensory and developmental disabilities, a majority of whom are from low-income families.
SPD, formerly Society for the Physically Disabled, focuses on helping people with disabilities maximise their potential and integrating them into mainstream society. Through close to 20 programmes that encompass early intervention, rehabilitation, employment support, training, education, consultation and assessment in assistive technology, day ...
Disability Facts & Figures. Existing data from government agencies estimated that approximately 3% of the resident population are unable to or had some difficulty performing at least one basic activity. 1. Persons with physical disabilities would constitute half of the disability group.
Nov 30, 2011 · The 'I Accept' campaign is for the Society for the Physically Disabled Designed by Infocomm Accessibility Centre (IAC) trainees, the survey is to gather the nation’s perception towards people with disabilities, ahead of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on this Saturday (3 December).
