The Steering Committee for the Enabling Masterplan was formed in September 2006 to enhance the integration of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Singapore and to maximise their potential for independent living. In its Report, the Committee puts forth, for the Government's consideration, recommendations that seek to achieve these aims.
13 December 2008
INFO PACKAGE ON MEDISHIELD SESSION
A MediShield Information Session Session was conducted in Sept 2008 by the Ministry of Health and CPF Board at the request of Autism Resource Centre (Singapore). Many families with special needs children are unclear about the latter's coverage under the MediShield.
Much information was shared.
5 December 2008
PATHLIGHT STUDENTS ARE HARD AT WORK AT HAMPER WORKSITE
The hamper project aims to build a model for future enterprise to provide employment for individuals with autism. This year, we employed a total of 10 students and graduates. Check out our hamper worksite gallery!
Congratulations to Ms Wong Geok Choo! Ms Wong is among the 3 teachers who received the SPED Teacher Award for their passion and commitment in providing an education for children with special needs.
14 November 2008
PATHLIGHT SCHOOL IS RECRUITING!
Due to high demand for their services, Pathlight School & Eden School are inviting applicants to join their team in their WORK-TRAIN SCHEME.
10 November 2008
YOUTH FOR AUTISM: JOB OPPORTUNITIES FOR JC2 STUDENTS!
Be the difference! Be trained in Autism for Free! Get Paid!
Pathlight School & Eden School are looking for teacher aides for 2009. Apply now! Limited places available!
4 November 2008
DOODLEBAGS NOW AVAILABLE VIA WEB ORDER
DoodleBags made its first appearance at A Very Special Walk as a gift for Guest of Honour, Miss Eunice Olsen. Its following appearance at Pathlight's Term 3 Parents' Communication & Training Night proved to be a great hit, together with its counterpart range DoodleBooks (which was quickly sold out in weeks!) You can now view the whole range and order online via the Doodles Merchandise microsite. Visit to know more!
30 October 2008
ANNUAL REPORT APR 2007 to MAR 2008
ARC (S) Annual President Report for financial year 2007 is now available for viewing online.
28 October 2008
NEW SET OF USEFUL LINKS
ARC(S) have consolidated an updated list of useful links that offer information about autism as well as teaching resources. Check out the Useful Links page to know more!
23 October 2008
AUTISM FACT / MYTH WRISTBAND IS NOW AVAILABLE!
This wristband first made its public appearance as part of an autism awareness kit at A Very Special Walk 2008. Back by popular demand, it is now available for purchase!
21 October 2008
NEW ARC (S) HQ AND PATHLIGHT SCHOOL BUILDING
IS ON TARGET TO BE READY IN MARCH 2009
Since construction of the new school building started in November 2007, work on site has been going on smoothly.
25 September 2008
A VERY SPECIAL WALK 08: THANK YOU!
Total Amount Raised: $226,260.70
A BIG THANK YOU to all who contributed to the success of AVSW 2008. Check out the post event coverage. You might spot pictures of yourself in the gallery!
23 September 2008
UPDATED LIBRARY BOOK CATALOGUE
We have 3 new autism books to add to our range of autism library catalogue. Check out our catalogue to find out more!
16 September 2008
NEW ARTICLE: CHOOSING AN INTERVENTION PROVIDER
Specialised early intervention can give people with autism the skills necessary to lead a meaningful and productive life. Choosing intervention practitioners for your child requires careful consideration and review. Read more on how in our Articles Section.
3 September 2008
NEW AUTISM BOOKS
We have 3 new autism books to add to our range of autism products. Check out our catalogue to find out more!
1 September 2008
PATHLIGHTERS AT SINGAPORE FIREWORKS FESTIVAL
25 Pathlighters & their families were invited by Zaobao & Festival Square Circle to the Singapore Fireworks Festival on 22 August 2008. Find out more in the Zaobao article under our Press section.
1 September 2008
NEW PRESS ARTICLES ABOUT AUTISM 'CURES'
Recent debates have brought focus on alternative 'cures' and therapies for autism. Find out more in the series of autism articles published in the Straits Times featured in our Press Section
22 August 2008
INTERVIEW WITH PATHLIGHTER ON CHANNEL U NEWS
Our Secondary 3 student Nicholas Toi, was interviewed for a segment on Channel U’s News segment. The news piece focused on the special talent of a person with Autism.
SPECIAL LECTURE BY PROFESSOR SIR MICHAEL RUTTER 30 AUGUST 2008
On 25th March 2008, our 2 teenaged Pathlight students (Iqbal and Grace), together with our Autism Consultant, Alina Chua were interviewed on radio on 938Live.
22 May 2008
NEW AUTISM PRODUCTS
The new Pics for PECS 2008 is now available. See more new visual aids products in our catalogue!
We have also revised our price list.
24 April 2008
LATEST ADDITION TO OUR LIBRARY
Autism - From Research to Individualized Practice by Robin L.
11 April 2008
ONE STEP CLOSER TO OUR CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE AT NEW SITE : NGEE ANN KONGSI'S $2M DONATION!
Ngee Ann Kongsi donates $2 million towards construction of training centre in the new Pathlight School Building.
1 April 2008
2 APRIL 2008 IS WORLD AUTISM AWARENESS DAY!
On December 18, 2007, the United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution 62/139, tabled by the State of Qatar, which declares April 2 as World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) in perpetuity. This will be the first-ever World Autism Awareness Day on 2 April 2008. For more information, please visit www.worldautismawarenessday.org
20 March 2008
MYTHS & FACTS ABOUT AUTISM
You have heard many stories about autism. How much of these are true? Read more about myths and facts about autism compiled by our consultants.
20 March 2008
NEW ARRIVALS IN OUR LIBRARY
20 March 2008
PATHLIGHT IN THE NEWS FOR SUPPORTING SINGAPORE 2010 YOUTH OLYMPIC GAMES
Pathlight is featured in My Paper and Berita Harian for our Singapore 2010 YOG pledging event!
20 March 2008
OUR NEW LOOK
We have revamped our website! Please note that we have brought the previous WE-CAN website under the arm of the Autism Resource Centre website. Any feedback is welcome!
