COVID-19: Novel Coronavirus Situation in Singapore
With the COVID-19 (2019 Novel Coronavirus) outbreak taking place rapidly and affecting many countries and lives worldwide, many of us have been trying to make sense of the situation. Here, we compile the latest news in Singapore that would be relevant for parents and families, the precautions to take, resources you can share with children, as well as inspiring stories we’ve discovered along the way.
To stay on top of the evolving situation, please also check out these channels for the latest updates:
- Latest news from Singapore’s Ministry of Health
- WhatsApp Updates from Gov.sg
- WhatsApp Updates from Gov.sg for Overseas Singaporeans
- Telegram Updates from Gov.sg
- Health Advisories for Various Sectors
Other Useful Sites to Combat COVID-19:
- Where to Collect Masks: MaskGoWhere
- COVID-19 Online Symptom Checker
- PHPC Clincis: FluGoWhere
- TraceTogether
- KKH Urgent Paediatric Advice Line (U-PAL)
- To Check Out Crowds at Parks Before Going
- To Check Out Crowds at Malls Before Going
Information for Families, Employees and Businesses:
- Grants, Funds and Packages for Individuals
- SG United Jobs
- Exemption for Suspension of Activities
- Solidarity Budget 2020: Support for businesses, families and workers
Stay healthy and stay IN with Little Day Out, everyone! Check out our many articles below.
A Message From Little Day Out: Stay Safe, Stay Home, Stay Together
Hi everyone, like many of you, our office is closed and the team at Little Day Out is now working from home.
It is a difficult time for everyone in Singapore (and around the world)...
COVID-19 Journal: Keeping Track Of Historic Times
To say that we are living in unusual times would be an understatement. Even for those of us who have lived through SARS, the current coronavirus situation is many times more serious. These times...
Stay-at-Home Resources for Kids and Families
15+ Helpful Coronavirus Resources That Parents And Caregivers Can Share With Kids
Covid-19 has stricken the world in anxiety and fear, which quite honestly hs initially been blown out of proportion. Given the deluge of information and fake news, adults need to be especially discerning so...
Stay-Home May 2020 School Holiday: Virtual Holiday Programmes, Workshops & Programmes
In extraordinary times, school holidays have to be spent indoors. While parents groan at the possibility of bored children at home while they struggle to work from home, how about signing up for some...
Ideas & Activities To Explore
SRT’s The Little Company’s TLC Play House To Offer An Activity Of The Week...
With the current COVID-19 situation, Singapore Repertory Theatre’s The Little Company has had to postpone it show Fly High to October. However, that’s not stopping it from helping parents who are looking for things...
A WFH Mum Shares How She Applies Classroom Management Ideas To Her Daily Routine...
Have you ever thought:
“I wish my husband would handle the children?”
“I wish my wife would step up more?
Let me let you in on a secret. What if I shared with you that there are...
Inspring Stories
Solo Violinist Playing “Home” At Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa Reminds Us To...
Just before 8 pm on Monday evening, a solo violinist played out the melody of Home from the balcony of Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa.
This poignant moment, ahead of an initiative to applaud for...
2Mamas4Kids: Home Learning And Living In The Midst Of The nCoV Outbreak
Ever wonder how mums do it all? Kids, chores, work, plus home learning – and more! We believe that having a “tribe” that shares the same beliefs helps - especially if they are good...
News for Families
Virtual Choir Of 900 Singaporeans Around The World Come Together To Sing Dick Lee’s...
What does #SGUnited sound like? The beloved soundtrack of “Home” by Dick Lee was recently sung by a 900 strong virtual choir brought together by Voices of Singapore. This choir featured Singaporeans in 26...
Changi City Point Playground Closed Temporarily Till Further Notice
Changi City Point has announced that their wet and dry playgrounds will remain closed until further notice.
Located at the second floor, just outside the food court, the free Changi City Point playgrounds are popular...
Precautions to Take
Precautions To Take With The Wuhan Virus Situation In Singapore
The evolving Wuhan Coronavirus situation is a cause of concern for many, especially for those who remember the days of SARS back in 2003. As of 28 Jan 2020, 4 pm, there have been...
[Video] Wash Your Hands #SafeHands
Keep your hands safe and clean by washing them for at least 20 seconds. A fun way to do so is by singing the song "The Wheels On The Bus Twice". Watch our video!...