IBASHO Care

Bringing Emotional Wellness to the Underserved in Singapore.

As a registered and globally accredited social enterprise, Ibasho Care aim to bridge the wellness gap—offering inclusive, science-backed emotional wellness support to children & youth in communities too often left behind.

Why It Matters?

The underprivileged communities often face chronic stress, trauma, and a lack of emotional support. These challenges go unaddressed, leading to long-term mental health struggles. Ibasho Care steps in early—offering a mindful, inclusive intervention that supports emotional resilience and self-worth.

Emotional Neglect

A study by the Singapore Children’s Society noted that children from low-income households are more vulnerable to emotional neglect due to parental stress, financial hardship, and lack of resources.

Long-term Mental Health Risks

Suicide remains the biggest cause of death for those aged 10-29 in Singapore. Emotional neglect during early developmental years is linked to:

Chronic anxiety, depression, addiction, and suicidal ideation in adolescence and adulthood (Source: MOH Mental Health Report 2023).

Lack of Mental Health Awareness in Marginalised Communities

A study by the National Council of Social Service (NCSS) in 2021 found: 7 in 10 individuals with mental health needs did not seek help due to stigma or lack of knowledge and financial means.

How We Help:

Underserved communities tend to have environments of instability that do not prioritise emotional wellbeing. We step in early with support and education to transform lives.

Highly Subsidised and Free Mindfulness-Based Workshops

Evidence-based and neuro-inclusive, our workshops include--

Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

Mindfulness-based coaching for children, youth, and parents.

Early Detection and Screening Access

We partner with clinical psychologists and social workers to: Offer free or highly subsidised mental health screenings.

Community Awareness & Outreach

Raise awareness about emotional health and invisible disabilities.

Conduct neighbourhood-based roadshows and family workshops in partnership with schools and VWOs

William Wong, Chief Operating Officer, TomoWork Ltd

Your engaging approach created an atmosphere of openness and reflection, enhancing the overall well-being and focus of our participants. The feedback we received was overwhelmingly positive, highlighting your exceptional ability to connect deeply and authentically.

Luke, Programme Coordinator, CatchPlus

Joy has conducted 5 sessions for my students and they really enjoyed it. The lessons were engaging and Joy was well liked by the students. Apart from that, I can see Joy is really passionate in this area as the training materials were applicable in our usual routine, which helped us to realise the importance of practising mindfulness in our daily lives. Thank you, Joy!

Jeff Tan, Deputy Director, Thye Hua Kwan Moral Charities

'Unlock Your Ikigai' sessions empowered youth to reflect deeply on their values, passions, and strengths. Many participants shared how the experience helped them reframe challenges and gain clarity on their goals. Facilitator's professionalism, mindfulness-based approach, and ability to build trust with participants of varying ages significantly enriched the experience for our beneficiaries.

Our Ongoing Partners

How You Can Help

Sponsor a Child

With $50, you provide learning materials and support for one child.

PayNow UEN: T24LL1233J (indicate "Ibasho Care")
Online: Giving.sg/IbashoMindfulness

Volunteer Pro-brono Support

Facilitate workshops, events, or mindfulness circles
Offer skills in graphic design, admin, outreach, befriending services.

Partner With Us

Become a social impact ally. We work with corporates, educational institutions, wellness experts, and community organisations to co-create meaningful initiatives.