Morning Madness at Block 10
Imagine waking up every day to hear a chorus of laughter and chatter louder than your neighbor’s casserole party. That’s exactly what’s happening in Block 10, Marsiling Drive, where a group of domestic helpers have turned an otherwise quiet slice of the neighbourhood into a full‑blown fitness boot camp.
What’s the Story?
Out of the blue, Sad Resident – a keen observer of the local streets – raised a flag that these maids are more interested in selfies and strip‑tease than in the care they’re supposed to provide. The “maid squad” arrives every morning with the elderly in wheelchairs in tow, and then… well, they let the wheelchairs sit pretty while they dive into their own activities.
The Daily Routine
- Five energetic young women (yes, we’re calling them “maids” for the sake of the story) and two elderly ladies stare from the same fitness corner as they set up a “fun zone” at 9 am.
- One lass gets a back scratch from a fellow on a bench – because who doesn’t love a puzzler in a flatbed? (hands off the wheelchairs, of course).
- In a red blouse and a long skirt, another attempts to be the Instagram influencer, lifting the skirt in the last moment to reveal a pair of bold pants.
- The two elderly folks are split: one sits rocking in her wheelchair the whole time, and the other swings a heavy “exercise machine” that’s somehow overlooking a wheelchair.
- All in all, they occupy the spot for about two hours each morning. That’s less than a full shift, but the noise? Priceless.
What Sad Resident Wants You to Know
“Every morning, this will happen.” Sad Resident says.
“The maids are giddy, loud, and downright ignoring the ah mahs who are supposed to be in their care. They park the wheelchairs and keep laughing. The ah mahs have no choice but to sit and watch the whole circus.”
I’ve seen them leave rubbish everywhere and become a real nuisance for the rest of the residents. We just have to deal with the noise.”
“I feel for the ah mahs. Their families pay huge bills to have these caregivers. Instead of caring for their mums, the maids are indulging in loud morning sessions. Is this acceptable?”
Why Does It Matter?
Every family that places a dependent in the care of a domestic helper expects trust, respect, and, above all, careful attention. When those responsibilities are swapped for a morning workout, the emotional toll becomes real. The elderly are left sitting on the sidelines, silently bragging in their own way, while the maids (and their cameras) think “another gig!”
We’ve Got Solutions
- Raise your voice (or a gentle complaint) to the housing council or the relevant guardian organization.
- Offer a friendly conversation with the maids: a quick reminder that caring comes first.
- Petition for a community “quiet hour” that would give everyone some rest.
In short, if you feel that the maids’ morning dance is turning your neighborhood into a slapstick show, let’s bring it back to decent care and, yes, a bit of silence too.
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(Originally reported by Stomp – permission required for re‑use)
