Care for the Elderly Foundation ✓ ACRA Verified

Care for the Elderly Foundation displays a '$$' price indicator, but specific hourly, daily, or monthly rates are not publicly listed. In the Singapore eldercare market, visit-based caregivers typically charge S$20–35 per hour, live-in arrangements run S$2,500–4,500 per month inclusive of the caregiver's salary and agency fee, and full-time day care centres charge S$1,500–3,000 per month. Public holiday surcharges are common, and live-in arrangements through an agency may involve a separate placement fee and annual insurance cost. Contact Care for the Elderly Foundation directly to obtain a written quote that sets out the hourly or package rate, any agency or administrative fees, and what is included in the scope of care. See the full eldercare cost guide for Singapore →

The listing describes elderly caregiver services but does not specify whether the provider offers visit-based hourly care, full-day attendance, or live-in arrangements. These differ significantly in scope and cost, so it is important to clarify this before proceeding. For visit-based arrangements, confirm the minimum hours per visit, the number of visits per week, and whether the caregiver can assist with medical tasks such as wound care or medication administration, or whether the scope is limited to personal care and companionship. For live-in care, discuss sleeping arrangements, rest days, and replacement cover. A trial period of one to two weeks is advisable regardless of format, and the care plan, hours, and agreed rate should be confirmed in writing before the arrangement begins.

No regulatory licences are listed for Care for the Elderly Foundation at this time. For eldercare providers offering clinical or nursing services, AIC (Agency for Integrated Care) registration or MOH licensing is typically required. For providers supplying foreign domestic workers as caregivers, a MOM Employment Agency Licence is also relevant. Prospective clients should ask the provider directly to confirm which licences and registrations are held before engaging services. On training, ask whether caregivers hold a Certificate in Care Support (WSQ), a Nursing Aide qualification, or dementia care certification from DSAT (Dementia Singapore's training arm). Insurance coverage — both for caregiver injury on the job and for incidents involving the client — should also be confirmed in writing. Insist on a trial period and put the care plan, hours, and rate in writing.