About us
SG Assist started with a simple belief: no one should have to face caregiving alone.
Today, SG Assist Ltd is a Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG) and non-profit organisation that supports caregivers and older adults. We work within communities to connect people with practical resources, programmes, volunteers and support networks that make care easier to understand, access and navigate.
We focus our work in the community, where caregiving and ageing are real, everyday experiences. By bringing together individuals, families, volunteers, partners, and care organisations, we help create stronger support networks for those who need them.
Care Innovation Institute (CII) works alongside SG Assist as our professional and training arm. While SG Assist supports caregivers and older adults directly, CII partners with organisations to develop programmes, build skills, and find better ways to deliver care.
Together, SG Assist and Care Innovation Institute support people directly and also help strengthen the organisations and systems that care for them.
Our Purpose
To build caring, connected and inclusive communities where caregivers and older adults feel supported, empowered and never have to navigate care alone.
Our Core Values
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Care
We lead with empathy, compassion and respect for every individual and family. -
Community
We believe stronger support begins with people looking out for one another. -
Connection
We bring together individuals, volunteers, partners and resources to make support easier to access. -
Empowerment
We equip caregivers, older adults and communities with the knowledge, confidence and opportunities to take meaningful action. -
Inclusivity
We create spaces and support systems where people of different backgrounds, ages and experiences feel welcomed and valued. -
Collaboration
We work alongside partners and communities because lasting change is built together.
We envision a future...
where compassion and technology come together to create a harmonious caregiving ecosystem. At SG Assist, we dream of a world where caregivers find solace in their roles, where individuals in need receive unwavering support, and where communities flourish through unity and kindness
We want a future where caregivers, often unsung heroes, are celebrated and empowered to provide the best care possible. It’s a world where technology is harnessed to simplify the complex web of caregiving, making it accessible and manageable for everyone.
In this future, no caregiver should ever feel alone on their journey. We aspire to build a robust community that thrives on collaboration and collective support. A world where individuals in need, particularly seniors and those with disabilities, feel valued and cherished, knowing that there’s a network of caring souls ready to lend a helping hand.
At the heart of our vision is the belief that innovation should serve the greater good. We aim to create a community-driven space where innovation, fueled by empathy, brings positive change to all aspects of caregiving. A future where caregiving is not just a responsibility but a shared endeavor that strengthens the bonds of our communities.
In this future, SG Assist stands as a beacon of hope, bridging gaps, and fostering a culture of care. Together, we can make this vision a reality, where kindness reigns supreme, and caregiving knows no bounds.
And we are marching step-by-step into that future inline with the United Nations 2023 Sustainable Development goals.
Enhanced Caregiver Well-Being
SG Assist strives to significantly improve the well-being of caregivers by providing them with essential support and resources. Through initiatives like CareConnect and caregiver training programmes, we aim to reduce caregiver burnout and stress, ultimately leading to healthier and happier caregivers.
Increased Social Inclusion
Our commitment to creating a community-driven approach to caregiving aims to reduce social inequalities. We envision a society where caregivers and those in need are seamlessly integrated into the community, fostering inclusivity and reducing the stigma associated with caregiving.
Empowering Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
SG Assist focuses on empowering seniors and individuals with disabilities by leveraging technology and community assets. Our intergenerational programs, senior volunteerism, and microjob opportunities promote active participation and independent living, contributing to more sustainable and inclusive communities.
Building Towards a Better Future
Caregivers Who Are Better Supported
We want to see a future in which caregivers have easier access to the support, knowledge and resources they need both when looking after others and when looking after themselves. By means of community-based support, caregiver programmes and practical resources, our aim is to improve caregiver well-being and lessen the stress and isolation that can occur on the way of caring for others.
Communities Where Everyone Belongs
We want to see communities that are inclusive so that caregivers, older people, and those who require support can take part, make contributions, and remain connected. We aim to lessen social isolation by reinforcing community networks and by setting up more accessible routes to support, thus making sure that nobody is left behind due to their age, caregiving duties or personal circumstances.
Older Adults Empowered to Stay Active and Connected
We want to see the development of communities in which older people are given the opportunity to stay active, independent and engaged in society. By means of senior volunteering, intergenerational programmes, opportunities for learning and participation in community life, we provide older adults with more ways of sharing their experiences, forming connections and continuing to make a meaningful contribution to the community.
Our Partners
