In late November 2025, Ambulance Wish Singapore received a heartfelt wish request for Mr Glenn Silva. A devoted husband and a loving father of three, Mr Silva was a gentle soul who dreamed simply of spending his first Christmas in Singapore with the people he cherished most: his wife, Madeleine,
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A Wish of Sun, Sea, and Family: Mdm Rashidah’s Offshore Adventure
It was a sunny afternoon as we welcomed Mdm Rashidah and her family to the Republic Singapore Yacht Club. Mdm Rashidah had a wish that was close to her heart: a staycation with her immediate and extended family, enjoying a dinner together with a beautiful sea view, followed by her
One Day in Paradise: of Family and Feathered Friends
Mr Phua Siew Yong, 73, was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer and an unfavourable prognosis. Despite his condition, he remains ever so cheerful and always ready with a story. His wish was simply to spend a day outside together with his wife, his two sons, and their wives. Never too old for romance On Wish
100 Years of Love, Rain or Shine: Celebrating a Mother’s Indomitable Spirit
A rare and radiant milestone was joyfully celebrated in August: Mdm Yeo Choo’s 100th birthday. For a century, Mdm Yeo Choo has been the unwavering heartbeat of her family. Widowed over forty years ago, she raised seven daughters and one son with immense strength and steadfast love. Since her seventies,
SG60 and Sweet 60: A Couple’s Love Story Celebrated at The Fullerton and Gardens by the Bay
There’s a kind of love that does not need grand gestures – only the quiet, unwavering companionship of someone who walks beside you through every season of life. For Mdm Ng Peck Hoon, turning 60 this National Day was not just a milestone, it was a celebration of a bond
From Alexandra Hospital to National Orchid Garden: With Love
Madam Rokiah Binte Adnan, 79, is living with progressive chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease. Yet her spirit remains unshaken. Madam Rokiah’s rocks are her daughter and grandson For the Love of Orchids She lights up at the sound of Bollywood music and has a deep love for flowers—especially orchids. Her one wish
Re-enacting a Wedding Promise: Mr Poh’s Journey of Fond Memories
As we look back on years gone by, we are reminded that a fresh start often begins with the celebration of our most fond memories. On 31 July 2025, Mr Poh, 74, shared a wish that was as beautiful as it was sentimental. He hoped to recreate the magic of
Precious Moments: A Gentle Staycation for Mdm Koh and Family
On 6 July 2025, Mdm Koh and her family departed their home with AWS volunteer, Caral, to their special weekend at Hotel Michael on the island of Sentosa. Earlier that day, team members Eric, Matthew, Wei Ling, and Eunice, had already decorated their room with cheerful touches, setting the atmosphere for a
A New Chapter at Rivervale: Mdm Zubeda’s Moving Day Wish
Moving house is never easy, especially when you are doing it alone. For Mdm Zubeda, a kind-hearted elderly lady who is bedridden and lives far away from her family, the thought of moving to her new home at Rivervale felt overwhelming. Though her helper did her best, the task was
Felt, Not Seen: Mdm Annie’s Wish for a Family Portrait
Mdm Annie, a resilient mother who smiles with her eyes even without sight, recently fulfilled a simple but deeply meaningful wish. Her request was for a memory that would hold the test of time: a beautiful family portrait with her three daughters, who tirelessly support her and each other every