Palliative Care Association of Kota Kinabalu eyes RM250,000 from fundraiser
Published on: Tue, Jun 17, 2025
By: Wu Vui Tek Text Size: Margaret and Dr Jaswant with the organising committee members. Kota Kinabalu: The Palliative Care Association of Kota Kinabalu (PCAKK) hopes to raise RM250,000 from its 26th annual charity dinner-cum-show at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) on Aug 8. PCAKK's current annual operating cost is about RM600,000, said organising chairperson Datuk Margaret Lim during a press conference at SICC.
Advertisement To run the association, the team comprises a doctor, three nurses and an executive manager. Monthly expenses are around RM40,000. 'Our services aim to improve the quality of life for patients and families facing life-threatening illnesses. 'We currently care for patients battling cancer, organ failure, post-stroke complications and neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and motor neuron disease, as well as elderly patients with geriatric conditions. 'We also support children with life-limiting illnesses. 'PCAKK offers a home care model that provides physical, emotional and psychosocial support, enabling patients to live as actively and comfortably as possible,' she added. At present, more than 100 patients are under PCAKK's care at their homes. PCAKK President Dato' Dr Jaswant Singh said that since 1998, they have cared for over 5,200 patients and their families. 'We also collaborate closely with the Palliative Care Unit of Queen Elizabeth Hospital to ensure continuity of care,' he said. The Home Care Programme includes a full-time resident medical officer, Dr Christiannie Tay, three nurses, and a panel of medical advisors comprising Dato' Dr Jaswant Singh, Datuk Dr Ronney Bachi, and Dr Anita Boey, supported by a team of volunteers. The highlight of the evening will be a Tina Turner tribute by Irish singer Rebecca O'Connor, endorsed by Turner herself, who once described her performance as 'so good, it's scary.' The show will also feature local musicians, including saxophonist Zara Goh Flintoff and a string trio made up of Lucas Tay, Joanna Ho and Jeorgein Oh. The organising committee also thanked its long-time sponsors, including Winecellars Borneo, Sabah Publishing House, Sounds Tech Production, and Percetakan Mutiara MP Sdn Bhd, among others. Ticket prices range from RM2,000 to RM20,000, depending on the category, for a total of 150 tables. For ticket purchases, contact the PCAKK office at 088-231505 or 088-257507. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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