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
Amazon’s Audible Is Streaming A Collection Of Books For Children For Free
Audio books are a great way to enjoy great stories. And now, kids can listen to them for free over Audible, Amazon’s audio book streaming service.
In response to the COVID-19 situation, with many schools...
National Library Board’s E-Book & Audiobook Collection: How To Access Free Reads without the...
Quarantines, social distancing, and staying in rather more than usual appear to be here to stay for a while. What better time to avail yourselves of some good - and free - instant reads...
Ideas & Activities To Explore
Tips For Keeping FDWs At Home Engaged And Mentally Well
Many households, including mine, are reliant on domestic helpers for chores, cooking, minding the children. With the recent regulations on helpers to stay home on rest days, they might be experiencing a sense of...
Explore A Castle Online: Go On A Virtual Tour Of Edinburgh Castle From Home
Edinburgh Castle sits on a rocky crag in the middle of Scotland’s capital city. It looks every part like the majestic, medieval castle it is. While the fortress may seem a long way away,...
Inspring Stories
A Little Can Go A Long Way: How To Help During The COVID-19 Outbreak
As an ordinary Singaporean, you might be wondering what you can do to help in these times with the COVID-19 outbreak? Besides practising good hygiene habits, that is.
Plenty.
Ways to Offer Help During the COVID-19...
Phua Chu Kang, Singapore’s Favourite Contractor, Returns To Help In The Fight Against COVID-19
In his trademark style, Singapore’s most well-known contractor says, “Hello, I’m Phua Chu Kang. Today, I’m not here to tell you jokes or make you laugh…” but you know he is going to.
Phua Chu...
News for Families
Planning To Watch “One World: Together At Home” Global Special From Home In Singapore?...
One thing which the current COVID-19 situation has highlighted is how interconnected we all are. This “sameness” is something which will be bringing millions together at the One World: Together At Home virtual concert...
McDonald’s Singapore Reopens With Contactless McDelivery, Drive-Thru & Takeaway From 11 May
After abruptly closing a few weeks back, McDonald’s Singapore is reopening from Monday, 11 May 2020. Most of its outlets will be open from 7 am to 9 pm and only Drive-Thru, contactless McDelivery...
Precautions to Take
Wash Your Hands With Baby Shark, Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo
Baby Shark is here to help spread the message of handwashing to kids with a new rendition of the infectious ditty.
The new Baby Shark song, released by the South Korean brand Pinkfong, covers some...
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...
