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SINGAPORE HOSPICE COUNCIL

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What does SINGAPORE HOSPICE COUNCIL do?

Singapore Hospice Council (SHC) is a registered charity and an Institution of Public Character (IPC), dedicated to improving the lives of patients with serious life-limiting illnesses and supporting their loved ones. They aim to coordinate and promote hospice and palliative care in Singapore, train healthcare professionals, contribute to research, and educate the public about hospice and palliative care. With 17 members including full and special members like Agape Methodist Hospice and Tan Tock Seng Hospital, they act as the collective voice of the palliative care community in Singapore and internationally.

Founded

1996

People

tan swee hoon geraldine marie, albert ching liang heng, chong poh heng, lee onn kei angel, koh yong hwang mervyn, yong ming loong, peh nam chuan adrian, robert chew, wee ai ning, wu huei yaw

Causes

Health & WellnessChildren

Highlights

  • Donations are tax-deductible
  • Registered Charity
  • Established since 1996
  • Published yearly Annual Reports

Society Impact

  • Improving lives of patients with serious life-threatening illnesses and supporting their loved ones through hospice and palliative care services.
  • Coordinating and promoting the development, training, and quality improvement in hospice and palliative care practices across Singapore.
  • Raising public awareness about hospices and palliative care options available to patients with serious illnesses and their families.
  • Acting as a representative body for hospice and palliative care providers, advocating on behalf of the community at local and international levels.
  • Facilitating collaboration among member organizations, government agencies, healthcare institutions, and other stakeholders to enhance accessibility and quality of palliative care services in Singapore.

Donation Income

Fundraising Efficiency

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Program Expense Ratio

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