DPM Heng Swee Keat at the cheque presentation with NCCS Cancer Fund chairwoman Ho Geok Choo, SingHealth chairman Cheng Wai Keun, NCCS CEO William Hwang and deputy CEO Lim Soon Thye.
The National Cancer Centre Singapore noted that while financial assistance is available for needy patients, this does not typically cover their needs beyond treatment. “The hope is that the improvement in their quality of life will create a positive ripple effect and build a society that cares about the well-being of others in the community,” said Mrs Lien.
The initiative will provide patients and their families with a comprehensive needs-based health coaching programme, as well as a grief and bereavement support programme.
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