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Care That Lasts Beyond The Destination

It was just another morning commute... till Javier noticed someone in need.

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Find out all about the new universal Helping Hand card

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Corporate Social Responsibility Care Ride - Journey to Toa Payoh

A group photo of the corporate volunteers and elderlies from Care Corner Singapore

J’s Path to Commuting Independently

Mdm K helps her daughter J, who has special needs, to gain confidence when using public transport through regular commutes. Her encounters with kind commuters have given her hope for a caring society.

Kiran Spreads Care on His Commute

Meet Kiran, a 10-year-old who believes anyone can be a caring commuter. He shares how being observant and offering help on public transport makes commutes more pleasant for everyone.

Schools & hospital recognised for participating in national movement to support public transport commuters with unique needs

Working together to support those in need.

Making Public Transport Journey Fun: Web Games That Inspire Kids to Care

We spoke with the students who developed the new Young Caring SG Commuters Web Games. They shared their experience and thought process with us in this article.

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Four extraordinary stories of ordinary commuters

Small Acts of Care That Make a Big Difference

Meet Devdan, a young commuter diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy who navigates public transport using a customised wheelchair made to fit his needs.

Caring Commuters Help Lee Lee and her Guide Dog Along Their Commute

Meet Lee Lee, a visually impaired commuter who commutes with her guide dog. She shares more on how she remains undeterred when taking public transport, thanks to kind acts from caring commuters.

Being a Caring Commuter Champion

Hear from Lorna Alano as she shares her experience as a caring commuter, and what motivated her to become a Caring Commuter Champion.

From Being Cared for to Caring for Others

Equestrian Paralympian Maximillian Tan shares how he receives care on public transport and pays it forward.

Photography for Good: Exhibition Showcasing Inclusive Commuting Culture

The “Photography for Good” exhibition was launched to showcase the efforts by public agencies, public transport operators and commuters in making Singapore’s public transport inclusive.

Jun Le Finds His Way Home with a Little Help

Bob Lee recounted how a family of caring commuters helped his son Jun Le, a person with autism when he was lost during his commute.

Building Empathy Among Youths

Students from ITE College West share important lessons they had learnt after participating in Tower Transit Singapore’s Public Bus Inclusivity Course.

“It’s Only Natural to Help”: How Caring Commuters Come Together to Help Someone in Need

Calvin, Lynn and Krison’s natural instinct and call of duty kicked in when they saw a commuter in need. Read how they have helped a commuter who fainted at the MRT.

Simple Acts, Big Impact: Building a Culture of Caring Commuting

Simple Acts, Big Impact: Building a Culture of Caring Commuting

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Seniors on the Go: Caring for our Senior Commuters

How can we support and care for senior commuters? Let’s hear from three seniors who regularly travel by public transport.

Man Helps Bleeding Teen Experiencing Fit On S’pore MRT, Among 8 Caring Commuter Award Recipients

One small act of kindness can go a long, long way indeed.

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Caring Carnival 2023: Can I Care More?

A commuter shared his thoughts on the Caring Carnival, and his views after speaking with winners of the Caring Commuter Award 2023 and the “I Can Be Caring Commuter Hero” children’s art competition.

Commuter Collapses At Canberra MRT Station, 2 Strangers Help Save His Life

The two men were awarded for their caring acts and hope to inspire others.

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North Vista Primary School Students Pledge to be Caring Commuters!

Never too young to care! Find out how the students from North Vista Primary School pledge to be part of Singapore’s caring commuting culture.

A Journey with Cassandra and Her Seeing-Eye Dog, Elke

Read all about Cassandra Chiu and her seeing-eye dog, Elke, as they navigate Singapore on public transport on the daily basis.

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Commuting with Allan Cai

We followed Allan on his commute and learnt about his experience on public transport. Read more about his journey now.

Roel Malcon's Path to Becoming a Caring Commuter Champion

Roel Malcon shares his story on using what he learnt from the Caring Commuter Champion e-learning Course to help a fellow commuter.

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Two New Identifiers Introduced for the “Helping Hand” Scheme To Assist More Commuters

The “Helping Hand” scheme has been expanded to cater to the needs of more commuters!

A Look Back on Our Incredible Journey: 5 Years of Caring Commuter Award

Discover how the Caring Commuter Award has evolved over the years and the milestones we have achieved together.

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Mr Gohpi shares how to Give Care to deaf commuters like him

Learn more about Gohpi Nathan’s journeys on public transport as a member of the deaf community.

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Swiss Cottage Secondary School students' visit to Singapore Rail Discovery Centre and their takeaways

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‘Why Should I Care’ Dialogue Session with Republic Polytechnic

Winner and First Runners-up of the Caring Commuting WhatsApp Sticker Design Contest shared their experiences and thoughts about the contest and on creating a caring commuting culture.

Singapore Kindness Movement The Pride: Caring Commuter Award 2023

A feature about Caring Commuter Award on Singapore Kindness Movement The Pride

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Spotting Caring Commuters Among Us

Caring commuters – the heroes among us. How can we spot them on our commute?

Taking the Public Transport with Lydiawati and Muaz

Learn about Muaz’s experience on public transport as a commuter with autism and how the “May I Have A Seat” lanyard and card have made his commutes smoother.

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Start 2023 by Giving Care

Is ‘Giving Care’ one of your new year's resolutions? Find out the many ways you can Give Care to fellow commuters in Singapore.

4 Ways to Give Back During the Season of Giving

Find out how you can Give Time, Give Care, Give a Hand and Give Thanks this holiday season.

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Champions in Action: Learning Day at the SG Mobility Gallery with Students from Pathlight School

Our Caring Commuter Champions introduced Singapore’s land transport system to students from Pathlight School.

How You Can Give a Hand to Wheelchair Users While Commuting

Learn how you can assist wheelchair users like Whee Boon on your daily commute.

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Caring Commuter Week 2022 – What You Missed

Find out all about the exciting activities that took place during this year’s Caring Commuter Week

5 S’pore Heroes Share How They’ve Made A Difference In Other Commuters’ Lives

One of them helped stop a molester from escaping.

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2 S'poreans Help Save Man Who Collapsed On MRT, Receive Award For Heroic Deed

Heroes don’t just fly or teleport — they take public transport too.

Corie and Friends: A Design Collaboration with NTU School of Art, Design and Media

Meet Corie and friends, characters representing various commuters whom we may come across during our daily commute on public transport.

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Photo Story: Journey of Cheryl and May

See from the perspective of a person with autism, Cheryl, and her caregiver, May, on travelling on the public transport.

Photo Story: Journey of Esther and Sean

From the point of view of Esther, caregiver of a person with autism, Sean, on travelling on public transport.

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CARE Ride @ South West 2022

Intergenerational bonding among commuters while learning how to cultivate a caring commuting culture together.

Champions in Action: NDP Preview with Beneficiaries from Heartware Network

15 Caring Commuter Champions shared about the various features on our public transport during a NDP Preview Learning Journey.

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Love in Action: Spreading of Caring Norms by Champions from St Patrick's School

More than 250 students from St Patrick’s School became ambassadors to encourage Caring Commuting Culture on public transport

Caregiver Shares 3 Ways to Show Care to Persons with Autism on Public Transport

Showing care for a person with autism on public transport can be simple — treat them as you would like to be treated.

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Richard Magnus Award for the Outstanding Caring Commuter

The Outstanding Caring Commuter Award has been renamed as Richard Magnus Award for the Outstanding Caring Commuter.

Equip Yourself to Be a Caring Commuter

Find out more about the initiatives that can aid you in your caring journey!

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CCA 2022 Call for Nomination

Nominate a Caring Commuter Today

Let’s shine the spotlight on the caring commuters amongst us. Celebrate our everyday heroes on public transport.

Champions in Action: Our Educational Outing with Seniors to Springleaf

Our learning journey was held on 2 April, in collaboration with Heartware Network.

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3 Nuggets About Guide Dog Teams For Commuters Who Want To Help

Seen a guide dog on public transport? A handler shares more about guide dog team and how to help.

What Does It Take To Be A Caring Commuter?

Senior Parliamentary Secretary Baey Yam Keng finds out what makes a Caring Commuter.

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Meet Ryzqy, A Commuter with Cerebral Palsy

Some conditions might not be readily apparent, but we can learn to be more aware and understanding of commuters in need.

My Journey To Becoming A Caring Commuter Champion

Find out the journey one commuter took to become a Caring Commuter Champion through the newly launched online course!

Meet Chwee Kim (Jack) And Angeline, A Couple Who Frequently Travels By Public Transport

Look out for fellow commuters who may seem lost travelling on public transport.

Caring Commuter Week 2021: Give Time, Give Care, Give a Hand and Give Thanks on Your Commute

Happening from 27 Nov to 5 Dec 2021, the inaugural Caring Commuter Week 2021 is an activity-filled week to promote care and inclusivity on public transport.

Meet Ms Ariane Quimno Bermoy, Ms Pillai Anju and Ms Tayag Lourdes Arlos, A Trio of Nurses, and Caring Commuter Award 2021 Outstanding Winners

Ms Anju, Ms Lourdes and Ms Bermoy had knocked off from work and were at NE17 Punggol Station, when they saw an elderly man who was bleeding and lying on the floor.

Meet Mr Thirunavukkarasu Srinivasan, Healthcare Assistant and Caring Commuter Award 2021 Winner

On the morning of 10 August 2021, Mr Thirunavukkarasu (Mr Thiru) was on his way home when he assisted an elderly man whose wheelchair got stuck in the gap between the train and the platform.

Meet Mr Tay Jun Jie, Accountant and Caring Commuter Award 2021 Winner

On 2 June 2021, Mr Tay Jun Jie was on the train towards Joo Koon MRT station when he assisted an elderly man with dementia to get home safely.

Meet Mr Marcus Teo, Investment Manager and Caring Commuter Award 2021 Winner

On 25 March 2021, Mr Marcus Teo was on the train home when he assisted a male commuter who had fainted.

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Meet Mr Keane Phua, A Young Caring Commuter Champion

A strong believer in the importance and benefit of community service, Keane shares his experiences as a young volunteer giving back to the community.

Meet Mike Goh, Retiree And Caring Commuter Champion

Mr Goh, who is passionate about giving back to the community, shares his experiences as a senior volunteer, and why he chooses to be a Caring Commuter Champion.

Meet Sherry, A Caring Commuter Champion With Invisible Needs, Who Seeks To Help Others

Sherry is a Caring Commuter Champion to play her part in creating a more pleasant commuting experience for all.

Caring Commuter Champion: Ram, 35, Shares Why We Should Spread Care

Ram attended the ‘Be That Special Someone Today’ webinar held in December 2020, and went on to become a Caring Commuter Champion, spreading kindness to fellow commuters.

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Meet Diana Ng, A Commuter With Invisible Needs

"Just because I look young and normal, it does not mean I am not suffering from any side effects of medications or any existing condition flare-ups that I have no control of."

Meet the Designers Of The “May I Have A Seat Please?” Lanyard

We speak with five artists and/or their caregivers to find out their inspirations behind their artworks for the lanyard design competition.

Experiencing a Truly Inclusive Public Bus Service

A small and simple step to making our public transport system more inclusive for all

Hands-on As A Caring Commuter Champion

Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Transport, Baey Yam Keng (third from right) and students from Republic Polytechnic learned first-hand how to help fellow commuters.

Knowing When to Lend a Helping Hand

Between November 2020 and January 2021, Go-Ahead Singapore ran a trial with a small but impactful yellow card for commuters with physical and/or invisible mobility needs.

Meet Mdm Loo, A Retiree Who Shares How Acts Of Care By Other Commuters Help Her In Her Daily Journeys

Madam Loo has been using a mobility device to get around for several years. She shares her experience of receiving acts of care from others during her daily commute.

Children Learn About Showing Care On Public Transport In “Caring Hero Training Camp”

The “Caring Hero Training Camp” workshop is designed for students aged 7 to 10 to learn how to show care to vulnerable commuters when travelling on public transport.

Meet Clement and Mu'tasim, A Financial Consultant and Undergraduate Pair, and Caring Commuter Award 2020 Outstanding Winners

On the morning of 15 September 2020, Mr Clement and Mr Mu'tasim were waiting at a bus stop when they noticed something was amiss, as the bus was stopped at the bus stop and did not move off.

Meet Dr Lee, Doctor and Caring Commuter Award 2020 Winner

Dr Lee Jing Kun was on his way to work on the morning of 1 August 2020, when he saw a commuter who had lost consciousness and was displaying signs of a seizure.

Meet Rafe'ah, Undergraduate and Caring Commuter Award 2020 Winner

On the morning of 20 December 2019, a woman in her late twenties approached Ms Rafe’ah and asked for directions to the nearest hospital.

Meet Ryan, Undergraduate and Caring Commuter Award 2020 Winner

On the evening of 14 October 2020, Mr Ch’ng was heading out of the NUS campus when he received notifications that train services along the Circle Line was disrupted.

Meet Uvarani, Full-Time Home Tutor and Caring Commuter Award 2020 Winner

On the morning of 19 June 2020, Ms Uvarani D/O Govindarajoo was heading towards Marymount MRT Station when she noticed a mother rushing towards the train with her pram at one-north MRT Station.

Caring Commuting Culture Through The Eyes Of Public Transport Workers

Bus captain Then Arasu and customer service officer Dorothy Tay share about caring acts that they have encountered, and the importance of a caring commuting culture.

Q&A from Be That Special Someone Today Webinar (Part 2): How do we know if someone needs help?

If your question was not answered during the final Q&A segment, fret not! Here is part 2 of 2 of the panelists' answers to your questions during the session.

Q&A from Be That Special Someone Today Webinar (Part 1): How can we foster a caring commuting culture?

If your question was not answered during the final Q&A segment, fret not! Here is part 1 of 2 of the panelists' answers to your questions during the session.

Heart To Heart: Understanding Vulnerable Commuters At 'Be That Special Someone Today' Webinar

On a journey to understand the public transport experiences of commuters with mobility needs.

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Think youths only scroll social media on public transport? NUSSU students are also ready to care for fellow commuters

What do our youths think about showing care for commuters while on public transport? We ask them to find out.

Tower Transit’s first Inclusivity Officer is on a mission to foster a more caring commuting culture

Kishon Chong is changing perceptions on public transport as a wheelchair user and Tower Transit Singapore’s first Customer Experience and Inclusivity Officer

NUSSU Students and Caring SG Commuters Committee Put Up Appreciation Wall At Kent Ridge

Find out more about the new appreciation wall at Kent Ridge MRT Station!

A Wristband To Signal Your Willingness To Help

Read more about the Caring SG Commuters wristband!

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"COVID-19 Taught Me Singaporeans Are Already Generous": Wally Tham, Co-Founder Of Stand Up For Our Singapore

Wally Tham, co-founder of Stand Up For Our Singapore as well as lead organiser for Valentine's Day distribution event, shares his thoughts on showing care during the COVID-19 outbreak.

"The Best Valentine's Day I've Had": Youth Corp Singapore Volunteer

To appreciate our frontliners, Youth Corps SG volunteers gave out care packs at Heart Zone @ Outram Park on Valentine's Day!

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Meet Lester Wong, Undergraduate and Caring Commuter Award 2019 Outstanding Winner

On the evening of 10 July 2019, Mr Lester Wong was taking the train home from work when an elderly commuter fell on the train.

Meet Constance Wong, Bank Executive and Caring Commuter Award 2019 Winner

Ms Constance Wong was on the train to work in the morning when a pregnant lady suddenly held her hand and told her that she was feeling unwell and needed help.

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Meet Noor Azman Rosdi, Technician and Caring Commuter Award 2019 Winner

Mr Noor Azman Rosdi was taking a bus to work at Changi Airport on 25 July 2019 when he spotted a young boy asleep on the same bus and appeared to be alone.

What Does It Mean To Be A Caring Commuter? Mr Melvin Yong Visits Heart Zone @ Jurong East To Find Out

"It is not just about getting to our destination on time, but also about looking out for others who may be in need while on our daily commute."

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Meet Parvitar Singh, National Serviceman and Caring Commuter Award 2019 Winner

On the evening of 29 July 2019, Mr Parvitar Singh spotted a crowd and saw a lady sitting on the floor at the Yishun Temporary Bus Interchange.

Meet Za'im Akmal Bin Zaini, Secondary School Student and Caring Commuter Award 2019 Winner

On 22 July 2019, Mr Za'im Akmal Bin Zaini was waiting for a bus home from the bus stop near West Mall when he was approached by a primary school student, who was crying.

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Is The Priority Seat An Entitlement?

Last week, I took the MRT and it was quite packed. I am a senior citizen and I had hoped that someone would be kind enough to offer me a seat, as has happened before. But not this time.

CARE by Hillgrove: Students join the Caring SG Commuters movement with Tower Transit Singapore

Watch Hillgrove Secondary School students show they care at Bukit Batok MRT Station and bus interchange.

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Meet Jason Setok, A Visually-Impaired Commuter

"You might be surprised to know that I do rock climbing!"

CARE by Chung Cheng: Students share why it's still important to offer assistance despite potential rejection

Some 1,200 students from Chung Cheng High School (Yishun) went around the Yishun estate to help elderly commuters at MRT stations and bus interchanges on 6 March.

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Meet Mr Tan, A Wheelchair-Bound Commuter

Find out more about what it's like to commute on a wheelchair through Mr Tan's personal account.

CARE Ride @ South West: How An "Auntie, Do You Need Help" Goes A Long Way

A bus ride across generations to foster a caring commuting experience.

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