When i need support, in S’pore i don’t feel i have no one to turn to, like most new immigrants to US do. Is that because i was in SG longer? Yes but also because US is geographically spread out…

In the “support” context, I feel most services are cheaper in SG — medical, taxi, food…

factor: convenience, esp. with public services… so i don’t feel in need of help. Also i was so accustomed to the Singapore environment and processes. See also https://btv-open.dreamhosters.com/2013/04/14/convenience-of-sg-over-us-some-examples/ — Singapore commercial (public? even better) customer service standard is much higher. GS internal service level is comparable.

factor: Easy to bring relatives over (esp. when having baby!)

factor: if we need, China is just a few hours away. (esp. for wives on H4!)

–> sugg: We’re too used to the convenience of Singapore. Need to adapt to new environments with DIY culture.

–> sugg: contribute to a local Chinese church in the US, but once you become Christian they may expect you to contribute and play a part.