Channelnewsasia Link: https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/trending/man-70s-girlfriend-40-years-lift-lobby-wedding-ambulance-wish-singapore-324041 The intimate but precious moment was made possible by charitable organisation Ambulance Wish Singapore, which puts together positive end-of-life experiences for terminally ill people. Aman in his seventies known only as Mr Goh got his wish to wed his longtime partner of 40 years in a small
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A brain condition made her lose hope. She regained confidence by helping the dying
Straitstimes Link: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/cna-insider/ambulance-wish-singapore-charity-volunteer-terminally-ill-patients-3252066 She could die if her aneurysms rupture, but Laura Teng does not see them as a ‘time bomb’. Neither does she want sympathy. Instead, she has found a way to ‘live to the fullest’ by helping to fulfil others’ wishes. SINGAPORE: She was battling colon cancer and
Charity that fulfils last wishes of terminally ill patients marks anniversary with fund-raising drive
Straitstimes Link: https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/charity-that-fulfils-last-wishes-of-terminally-ill-patients-marks-anniversary-with-fundraising-drive SINGAPORE – As the soft light danced on his hands, Mr Peter Ho reached out towards the aquarium. In the water, shimmering fish followed the movement of his fingers as he looked on. This was a moment Mr Ho had long hoped for. From before the Covid-19
Meet the givers – and recipients – of last wishes in S’pore
Straitstimes Link: https://www.straitstimes.com/multimedia/graphics/2022/10/ambulance-wish-singapore/index.html Ambulance Wish Singapore (AWS) is a charity that supports terminally ill patients by helping them fulfil their final wishes. The Straits Times follows AWS volunteers who are on a mission to help three beneficiaries. BY CHONG JUN LIANG The appetising aroma of sukiyaki broth and wafts from
Unfolding a new chapter of fulfilling wishes and celebrating lives – We are an approved IPC
Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/Ambulance-Wish-Singapore-114783613401327/ Over the past four years, Ambulance Wish Singapore (AWS) has contributed to the palliative care scene by fulfilling wishes and celebrating lives of terminally ill patients.With the support of our dedicated volunteers, partners and donors, AWS was able to grow at a steady pace. To date, we
AWF Virtual Networking Forum 2023
Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/Ambulance-Wish-Singapore-114783613401327/ We couldn’t ask for a more meaningful way to observe World Hospice and Palliative Care Day 2023, a day which highlights the compassion and care provided by hospices, palliative care providers and advocates for access to palliative services worldwide. Today, for the first time ever, we held
Simple joys are the most meaningful
Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/Ambulance-Wish-Singapore-114783613401327/ by Jill Chua We often assume that a man’s final wish would be grandiose, but for Mr Ang, it was as humble as returning home one last time to tend to his plants and visit his regular barber for a haircut and a clean shave. Meet Mr.
Wish Chat
Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/Ambulance-Wish-Singapore-114783613401327/ How can we gracefully navigate life’s impermanence, seeking inner peace while offering compassionate care and support throughout the end-of-life journey? Today’s Wish Chat has left us profoundly encouraged and enlightened. Thank you, Bageshree, for your insightful sharing. A heartfelt appreciation also goes out to our devoted volunteers,
Get ready to be inspired!
Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/Ambulance-Wish-Singapore-114783613401327/ This October, Ambulance Wish Singapore (AWS) is holding our first ever charity concert! We are so excited to be the charity of choice for Solace Charity Concert, organised by a group of young talents from Project Gift of Song and NTU Piano Ensemble. More than 30 performers
Last Outfit of Her Life: A Tailored Dress
Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/Ambulance-Wish-Singapore-114783613401327/ by Shuomei Tan-Huang All Mdm Chan wanted for her last wish was a dress, specially tailored, and a good photograph taken, for her funeral. It appeared like a simple enough wish except that Mdm Chan, who has advanced cancer was deteriorating very quickly. Thankfully, the SGH Art
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