Bungee jumpers leap to raise funds for patients with serious life-limiting illnesses. On 15 June, Singapore Hospice Council (SHC) organised Leap for Hospices, aiming to set the record for the most number of people doing bungee jumps in a day for the Singapore Book of Records (SBOR) while raising funds to benefit the palliative care […]
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Three palliative care professionals share about fulfilling patients’ wishes, as well as their vision for a palliative care sector that enables patients to improve their quality of life and pass on according to their choices. As palliative patients spend their final moments at the end of life, there is a whole network of healthcare professionals
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General practitioners (GPs) in Singapore play an important role in delivering palliative care, given their broad medical knowledge and established relationships with patients and their families. But what exactly does this involvement entail, and how do GPs enhance the palliative care landscape? Palliative Care in Singapore: A Progressing Landscape Palliative care services in Singapore have
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Dementia unfolds in stages, each bringing distinct challenges to patients and their families. As memory fades and independence diminishes, palliative care services emerge as a compassionate approach, offering not just medical support but also a listening ear and a helping hand. This gentle and focused care ensures that dignity and personal attention are prioritised at
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The highlights of the 10-day inaugural “Live Well. Leave Well. Festival” included the launch of a podcast and a book, art-making, a chat show, therapy pets, and even a forest therapy session. The inaugural “Live Well. Leave Well. Festival” (LWLW Festival), organised by the Singapore Hospice Council (SHC), was a transformative 10-day event that took
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Caregivers dedicate themselves to providing the necessary care and support to those in need. However, the intense demands of caregiving can quickly become overwhelming, leaving them vulnerable to burnout. So, how do caregivers recover from fatigue and keep up with their responsibilities while receiving the support they need to sustain their efforts? Who is a
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Singapore Hospice Council is empowering youths to be at the forefront of palliative care efforts and to normalise thinking and talking about death. On 1 June 2024, the youth took centre stage at Singapore Hospice Council’s (SHC) inaugural Hack Care: YOLO! Competition Pitch Day presenting an array of innovative solutions. The competition, organised by SHC
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Three Caregivers share how they navigated grief and bereavement which can be more than just an emotional experience When people think of grief, they usually picture emotional reactions such as sadness and heartbreak caused by loss. Yet, grief goes beyond emotional responses and encompasses the physical, behavioural, psychological, spiritual, and social responses to loss. Grief
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A husband shares his experience of coping with the loss of his wife, with support from Assisi Hospice’s Bereavement Care team. The Assisi Hospice care team not only takes care of patients with serious illnesses but also their loved ones who are coping with grief and loss. The Bereavement Care team comprises professional counsellors and
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