Our stories of hope often showcase the power of human spirit and the important role that we play in providing quality care and support to our patients and their families. Such stories of hope can serve as a source of motivation and encouragement for everyone and help to build a sense of community and support within the hospital settings.
Single and a former Zi Char chef, the late Mdm Beck was diagnosed with end-stage lung cancer. Her life changed drastically as her condition deteriorated. Despite immense physical and emotional pain, she found comfort in the compassionate care by our palliative care team.
Read MoreThe late Mdm Leong was a palliative patient receiving end-of-life care at Outram Community Hospital (OCH). She had been on a liquid-only diet after her dentures broke, which resulted in significant and worrying weight loss.
Because of a toe ulcer that did not heal, Mdm Yati had to undergo a procedure to unblock her leg arteries. After her surgery, she was warded in Sengkang Community Hospital (SKCH) for wound care and rehabilitation.
When Mr Tan was hospitalized at Bright Vision Hospital (BVH) for amputation wound care and rehabilitation, his wife became the sole breadwinner and caregiver for the family. Without any children, the couple were all each other had.
During his stay in hospital, Mr Koh required regular dialysis sessions for his medical condition. He was also diabetic and this affected his eyes, causing various complications.
Widowed early on, Madam Wong, 67, has single-handedly raised her mentally-challenged daughter for the past 30 years. As a result, mother and daughter are immensely protective of each other.
When Mary had to be warded at Sengkang Community Hospital (SKCH) for amputation wound care and rehabilitation, she found herself unable to return to the Home as she could not afford the mandatory pull-up diapers. The aid she received from the Silver Support Scheme was not sufficient for this
Through Bridges, we aim to highlight the impact of the contributions from the community and the importance of their time and talents as volunteers.
Stories are a powerful way for us to connect with our patients, caregivers and staff to build a sense of community and foster a deeper understanding.