Community Resources
Explore community resources available for individuals with autism.
The list provided below is for information purposes only and is not exhaustive. Please contact the respective organisations for more information about their programmess.
The Autism Collaborative does not endorse or guarantee the effectiveness of the programs listed.
If you have used any of these services and would like to share your feedback, or if your organisation wishes to be included in the list, please reach out to us at imh.autism.research@nhghealth.com.sg (opens in new tab).
Our organisation reserves the right to remove any services listed without any prior notice.
Click on the tabs below to explore each category of community resources available.
Training and Employment
Training and employment support for individuals with special needs.
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Project Dignity (opens in new tab) Contact: 9176 2115 (Whatsapp) | Project Dignity provides skills training, placement and employment within the F&B and retail sector. Specialised programmes are available for individuals with autism, including the Train-and-Place programme, and the Food Safety Level 1 Programme. *Please note that registration with SGEnable is required for Project Dignity for subsidy purposes. |
The YMCA Train and Place series provides tailored, real-life training to support persons with special needs in gaining employment in the service and hospitality sector. It promotes confidence, work readiness and independent living, with over 15 employment partners currently involved. *Please note that there is an age requirement of 18 years and above to be eligible for this programme. | |
Crunchy Teeth (opens in new tab) Contact: 9648 0067/8949 4943 | Crunchy Teeth is a ground-up inclusive project aimed at transforming the employment prospects for youths and adults with autism.
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Me2 Centre of Inclusive Arts (opens in new tab) Contact: 9239 2023 | Me2 is a social enterprise in Singapore, offering a specialised repertoire of fun and interactive programmes. They believe in making arts accessible so that everyone can experience or participate in the transformative impact of the arts.
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Contact: 8044 0260 | Trampolene empowers individuals with autism and special needs with tailored career pathways and development, including:
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Students with special needs often face unique challenges in their learning journey that can hinder their academic and social potential. These challenges make it difficult to thrive in school, form lasting friendships and prepare for future careers. Undifferent provides a supportive, step-by-step program designed specifically for teenagers aged 13-17 years old. Their goal is to equip them with the essential skills needed to navigate school, build meaningful friendships, and confidently pursue their future goals. |
Horticulture
Gardening programme providers for individuals with autism
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City Sprouts is an inclusive community space that connects people through shared discovery and meaningful, hands-on experiences. Their programs are thoughtfully designed to be inclusive, providing a safe and engaging environment. Suitable programs for individuals with autism include:
*Interested groups are encouraged to contact them in advance to make any necessary arrangements for a smooth and enjoyable visit. | |
Hortherapeutics offers customised nature-based programmes for children and youth with autism, grounded in Social and Therapeutic Horticulture. Their programmes support emotional regulation, sensory integration, and routine-building through structured nature-based activities. Programmes are co-developed with schools and care centres to meet the specific needs of each participant group. |
Sports
Swimming programmes.
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Swish Swimming (opens in new tab) Contact: 9832 2522 | Swish Swimming offers personalised, adaptive lessons led by trained instructors to support children with special needs, ensuring a positive and enriching experience for every child. Their classes are designed to provide individualised attention, customised learning plans and therapeutic benefits. |
Horse riding therapy programmes.
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Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) (opens in new tab) Contact: 6250 0176 | RDA provides equine-assisted therapy to the disabled beneficiaries in the community. They work with various types of disabilities, including physical, developmental, cognitive and learning disabilities in children and adults. Therapeutic Riding: Individuals are usually allocated a 9 to 10 week course, allowing riders to work on their goals and objectives set before riding begins. *To be eligible for the riding programme, there is an age requirement of 5 years and older, and a weight limit of 60kg. Ground Programme: Off-the-horse therapy, allowing individuals to partake in activities off the horse such as interacting with the horse, horse care, handling and groundwork. *The ground programme is currently only open to groups from SPEDs or SSAs. |
Cycling programmes.
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Cycle School SG (opens in new tab) Contact: 9755 2844 | Cycle School SG provides structured, private and group cycling lessons for children from 4 to 16 years old. Each child's readiness is assessed case-by-case and their primary goal is to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment for everyone. Specialised cycling programs for children with special needs are available. *Please contact them in advance to make the necessary arrangements. |
Other sports and fitness programmes.
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Special Olympics Singapore (opens in new tab) Contact: 6293 3182 | Special Olympics Singapore (SOSG) is part of a global organization that serves athletes with intellectual disability. Available sports include: athletics, badminton, basketball, bocce, bowling, dance sport, floorball, football and swimming.
Other programs available: Play Inclusive, Young Athletes, Healthy Athletes, Motor Activities Training Program and Athlete Leadership. *To confirm their eligibility, a clinical report indicating an IQ score below 75 is required for individuals diagnosed with autism. |
Contact: 8886 3099 | Innervate aims to make fitness inclusive and accessible for people from all walks of life. They have conducted programmes for various groups, including AWWA, MINDS, APSN and SPD. Their Adaptive CrossFit Program is specially designed for individuals with disabilities. |
Contact: 9437 5479 (Whatsapp) | BazGym Gymnastics School includes programs for children with special needs. Their PhysioGym program is specially designed for individuals with special needs. This program is also conducted at various schools, including Pathlight School, Eden School, Grace Orchard School, Rainbow Centre and AWWA. |
Arts
Music programmes and organisations.
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The Purple Symphony, debuted in 2015 by Central Singapore Community Development, is Singapore's largest inclusive orchestra, featuring over 100 musicians with and without disabilities. Comprising five musical sections, it promotes inclusion, celebrates abilities, and provides a platform for musicians to learn, share, and serve the community together. | |
Drum Prodigy (opens in new tab) Contact: 8661 5107 | Drum Prodigy is an inclusive music academy with a mission to provide music education and wellness programmes in an incusive, positive, and non-competitve environment. |
Musique Space (opens in new tab) Contact: 6265 7288 / 8180 2626 | Musique Space delivers a one-to-one individualised music programme for children will special needs. Children will learn to play the percussion instruments, digital drum set or the keyboard, depending on their interests and abilities. |
Arts and crafts programmes and organisations.
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Mustard Tree (opens in new tab) Contact: 9631 5069 | Mustard Tree delivers several programmes to engage special needs individuals in meaningful craft work, to hone fine motor skills and build self-confidence. Students enrolled are exposed to floristry, sewing, patchwork, decoupage. |
LACA Art Academy (opens in new tab) Contact: 9010 2279 | LACA Art Academy's Fine Arts Program for children with special needs is thoughtfully crafted to nurture each child's growth through creative exploration in a safe, supportive environment. They believe every child deserves the joy of artistic expression, and their program meets them at their unique level, helping them build confidence, fine motor skills and communicative abilities. Children will get to explore a variety of art materials, including pastels, crayons, watercolours, acrylics, and clay. Their experienced instructors tailor teaching to each child's needs, ensuring that they feel supported and motivated. By celebrating every milestone, no matter how small, they foster a sense of accomplishment and boost self-esteem. *An assessment is needed to participate in this program. Please contact them for more information. |
Mixed arts progammes and organisations.
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Creative Hub by SAMH (opens in new tab) Contact: 6320 0722 | SAMH Creative Hub's activities include creative therapeutic interventions, individual art therapy and counselling with creative approaches. They use art, music and dance as therapy for participants to explore and express their feelings. |
Contact: 6448 6275 | Formerly known as Very Special Arts Singapore, ART:DIS is a non-profit organisation established in 1993. It empowers persons with intellectual, sensorial, and physical disabilities aged 8 and above through visual and performing arts. Operating at Bedok, Bukit Merah, and Changi City Point, ART:DIS fosters self-confidence, independence, and community engagement. It provides opportunities for artistic growth and professional development, celebrating the unique strengths of individuals and promoting inclusion through the arts. |
Other arts programmes and organisations.
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Inclusive Young Company (opens in new tab) Contact: 6221 5585 | The Singapore Repertory Theatre's Inclusive Young Company (IYC) is a holistic theatre-making programme for young persons and adults between the ages of 16 – 35, who identify as deaf, disabled, or neurodivergent. IYC features professional masterclasses and mentorship led by international artist Grace Lee-Khoo and various guest facilitators, which will provide a platform for the development of your creative potential as an independent performer and theatre-maker. |
Singapore Fashion Runway (opens in new tab) Contact: 9766 2490 | The Singapore Fashion Runway is a social enterprise that nurtures People with Special Needs and Disadvantaged Groups through their Fashion for a Social Cause movement. Through their yearly training and development programme, participants learn various skills such as designing, sewing, modelling, photography, styling, writing and/or events organising. |
Contact: 8040 4697 | Hatch runs a specialised program in Social Media Marketing for persons with disabilities. Participants will go through a 240-hour training which includes technical skills, soft skills and career preparation classes, before proceeding on to a work attachment. |
Me2 Centre of Inclusive Arts (opens in new tab) Contact: 9239 2023 | Me2 is a social enterprise in Singapore, offering a specialised repertoire of fun and interactive programmes. They believe in making the arts accessible so that everyone can experience or participate in the transformative impact of the arts. ArtAbilities Programmes:
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