Information for elderly who may have problems looking after themselves.The number of elderly in Singapore who need financial assistance and support is increasing. Many need help in their daily activities and yet have no relatives or friends to turn to.
Catering to elderly persons who are unable to provide for themselves, many of whom live alone or with another frail elderly person, the HOME HELP SERVICE provides care for the elderly in their home setting.
Services include providing meals, assistance with personal hygiene, housekeeping and transport to medical appointments.
The following organisations can render assistance.
(1)
Bethany Home Help Service by methodist welfare services.
(2)
Dorcas Home Care Service by presbyterian community services.
(3)
Moral Home Service by Society or moral charities.
(4)
Sunlove Home Help Service by Sunlove Abode.
(5)
Swami Home Help Service by Sunshine Welfare Action Mission
(6)
Touch Home Care by Touch Community Services.
The elderly are refered to the above by hospitals, family service centres, ministry of community development, youth and sports, and community developement councils.