The prolonged stress of caregiving for a loved one can lead to great mental stress. As Singapore becomes a super-aged society, rising care needs increases the pressure on caregivers, making support for them vital. We are committed to our role in providing palliative care to patients while offering essential support to caregivers, such as respite care, counselling, and education. One such caregiver who has received our support is Mdm Florence Chuah. Deeply moved by the quality care that her late sisters received in our hospice, she is now a volunteer with us. Our Medical Social Worker, Ms Michelle Lau also shared her experience and insights in working with caregivers and what could be done to better support them.

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