What is the Village?
SJSM Village is an inter-generational community that was first envisioned in 2013 by St John’s – St Margaret’s Church. When the opportunity to re-develop the grounds of the church arose, new inter-generational facilities were designed and built with seniors and young children in mind.
The Village builds on the church’s earlier community service offerings in the Dover neighbourhood, which included Heartfriends BASC (now, Heartfriends Student Care Centre) for school children and a community activity centre called “KopiStop” for senior Dover residents.
SJSM Village now also encompasses new entities in the SJSM Nursing Home, Little Seed Preschool (SJSM), St. Andrew’s Senior Care (Dover) and St. Andrew’s Active Ageing Centre (Dover) (aka “KopiStop”) in the Dover neighbourhood.
Today, SJSM Village is one inter-generational village extending hospitality to all on its campus and in the Dover area.
"It takes a Village"
On August 24-27, 2024, Channel NewsAsia released “It Takes a Village”, a 4-part docuseries focusing on inter-generational relationships featuring six residents from SJSM Nursing Home and six preschoolers from Little Seeds Preschool (SJSM). Watch the episodes here again!
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
Village on Instagram
The festive spirit of Lunar New Year filled our nursing home over the past two weeks, as we celebrated with our residents in the most special way!
Smiles lit up the wards, and the atmosphere was buzzing with joyful sounds, while the sweet scent of freshly baked pineapple tarts filled the air. From hands-on arts and crafts sessions that transformed our wards into festive spaces to rolling and shaping pineapple tarts together, every moment was shared with joy.
Our Medical Social Work and Therapy teams also joined forces to bring the festive cheer to all seven wards, creating a celebration full of nostalgic sing-alongs, meaningful reminiscence, and an energetic Lo Hei that had everyone tossing for good health and prosperity.🥢🍊
It was more than just decorations and activities – it was about connection and creating new memories together. Here’s to a year filled with joy, abundance and blessings. 🧡✨
Sometimes the fruition of a beautiful dream starts with a beautiful mess.
Building our new home @ Block 2 Dover Road.
St. Andrew’s AAC (Dover), KopiStop
Christmas magic, sweet treats, and unforgettable moments ✨🍦🎄
On 15 December, 10 of our nursing home residents had the joy of experiencing a special outing to Orchard Road with their loved ones, staff, and volunteers. The trip started with a delicious Häagen-Dazs ice cream treat, followed by a leisurely stroll to admire the festive Christmas lights. The evening concluded with fun carnival games at the Christmas Village just outside the iconic Takashimaya.
Just in time, the rain cleared, giving way to a cool breeze and the perfect weather for a memorable evening! Wishing everyone a Christmas filled with warmth, love and joy. 🎄💛
🎄DCC 2025 is about to begin!!
📍 SJSM Village
🗓 20 Dec 2025 | ⏰ 11am–3pm
🎄DCC 2025
Are you READY
📍 SJSM Village
🗓 20 Dec 2025 | ⏰ 11am–3pm
It’s almost time 🎄✨
Dover Celebrates Christmas
📍 SJSM Village
🗓 20 Dec 2025 | ⏰ 11am–3pm
Our latest Block Party to get to know our seniors better. A morning where neighbours gathered for a hearty breakfast, fun games and happy catch-ups!
Come join us at St. Andrew’s AAC (Dover), KopiStop.
Huge congrats to @ochrepictures and @channelnewsasia for their Asian Television Awards 2025 win! 🎉
Grateful to Little Seeds Preschool @littleseedspreschool and SJSM Nursing Home for shining a light on the beauty of intergenerational connection, happening all over SJSM Village. ✨
🔗 Watch again, link in Highlights -> Media
🎥 Media credit: CNA
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