A palliative patient with a strong sense of independence was able to spend his last days with dignity at home through the support for his caregivers. Caring for a loved one during their final days is one of life’s greatest challenges. For Tan Hup Hee, this journey began when his fiercely independent 90-year-old father, Mr […]
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Food can serve as a connecting bridge, reducing isolation and creating cherished memories and moments. Walking through the palliative care ward of St. Andrew’s Community Hospital (SACH) on 16 July 2024, many could smell the distinctive aroma of Hokkien prawn mee wafting from the therapy gym area. Curious staff and visitors who popped by were
St Luke’s Hospital continues to provide peace, closure and support for the bereaved. It is often said that when a loved one has passed, one learns to live with the love left behind. For Chiew Gee, while she continues to be reminded of her late mother’s love, it was the love and support her mother
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Step into a world of warmth, love, and profound human connection as we showcase the winning photographs and celebrate the unwavering commitment of palliative healthcare providers. Singapore Hospice Council’s (SHC) inaugural photo competition with the evocative theme of “Courage to Care”, held in conjunction with the 8th Singapore Palliative Care Conference (SPCC 2023), aimed to
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An art therapist’s encounter with a patient was able to help him leave with peace of mind. I received an urgent request to see a particular patient, whom I shall call Ah Seng for this story. The doctors were unsure how many more days Ah Seng would have and wanted to ensure he got a
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Patients and their caregivers can use the recently published A Family Dignity Intervention Journey: Our Lasting Legacy to create their own legacy document. Did you know that the most important and meaningful stories in our lives are actually our own? The ones that were created since the day we were born, continued as we walk
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