Temasek Foundation-NNI Stroke Memory Rehabilitation (SMaRT) Programme

Memory and thinking problems are common after a stroke.

They can start when you are still in hospital, or months later, when you are physically much better.

Common memory and thinking problems after a stroke include:

• Getting lost when outside the home
• Forgetting what you are talking about
• Leaving taps running
• Forgetting to pay when shopping
• Not knowing if change is correct after paying
• Being unable to focus on work or household chores

These memory and thinking problems can be frustrating and make it difficult for you to return to work and look after your family. Without early intervention, these problems get worse over time and can lead to dementia.

There are ways to prevent these problems and improve your memory and thinking skills after a stroke.

Temasek Foundation-NNI Stroke Memory Rehabilitation (SMaRT) Programme

The SMaRT Programme can help you improve your thinking and memory skills and manage better after your stroke.

SMaRT DETAILS

• Group stroke memory rehabilitation programme
• 1-hour weekly sessions for 7 weeks
• Face-to-face classroom sessions (English or Mandarin), online Zoom sessions (English only)
• Assessments done at session 1, session 7 and 6 months after session 7

Topics include:

• Strategies to improve your memory, attention, way-finding and planning skills
• Boosting your brain health through exercise, healthy eating and a good night’s sleep
• Relaxation techniques and ways to manage your emotions

The SMaRT Programme is available at these locations:

• National Neuroscience Institute @ Tan Tock Seng Hospital
  11 Jalan Tan Tock Seng
  Singapore 308433
  
• AWWA Ang Mo Kio
  Blk 126 Ang Mo Kio Ave 3 #01-1929
  Singapore 560126
• St Luke's ElderCare (Tampines)
  Blk 101 Tampines Street 11 #01-13
  Singapore 521101
• S3 Lengkok Bahru
  Enabling Village, 20 Lengkok Bahru,
  #01-04 The Playground S159053

Who can take part?

To take part you should be:

• Aged 18 – 80 years
• Had an ischaemic stroke (blood clot in the brain) within the last 12 months
• Able to walk independently with/without walking aid (e.g. walking stick/frame)

The SMaRT Programme is not suitable for people who already have dementia or have unstable psychiatric conditions.

We now have more than 200 SMaRT graduates!
WILL YOU BE NEXT?
 

"The strategies I learnt have really helped me, such as when I’m driving or trying to remember the words to new songs. I feel much happier and more confident after going through SMaRT."
- Mr S

"He was very moody after his stroke and didn’t want to do anything. After doing the SMaRT programme he is now happier and joins me when I go out of the house. He uses the strategies he learnt to help remember things and find his way."
- Caregiver of Mr S

"I enjoyed making new friends and meeting people who understood what I am going through. After the programme I have started to exercise and walk more."
- Mr K

For more information:

NNI SMaRT team: 96608587 | 97208713
Email: SMaRT_programme@nni.com.sg