Disability

Travel Makers Programme / Caring Commuter Champion

Volunteer-led programmes that help seniors and persons with intellectual disabilities travel independently.

From Land Transport Authority (LTA) / SG Enable

Who can apply

• Open to residents in general (check with the agency for specifics)

How to apply

Trained volunteers accompany seniors and persons with intellectual disabilities on public transport journeys until they are confident travelling alone. Sign up as a trainee or caregiver via caringcommuter.gov.sg.

Other disability help

• Financial Assistance
  The Breadline Group
  Monthly food and cash support for adopted families.
• Public Assistance Programme
  Singapore Buddhist Welfare Service
  Monthly financial and food aid for needy families.
• ComCare Long Term Assistance (LTA)
  Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF)
  Long-term financial aid for those unable to work.
• Financial Assistance
  Dyslexia Association of Singapore (DAS)
  Financial aid for dyslexic children's education needs.
• YMCA
  Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA)
  Emergency financial and employment support for special needs.

You might qualify for more.

Travel Makers Programme / Caring Commuter Champion is one of 656 schemes in cancheck. Most people qualify for several. Answer 5 questions to see what else you might be eligible for.