Latest news with #HopePlace
Borneo Post
7 days ago
- General
- Borneo Post
Single mother of two receives aid from Hope Place Kuching
Hope Place representative Yong Tiong Yieng (left) with Voon and her daughter during a delivery of supplies. KUCHING (Aug 5): Hope Place Kuching is providing basic food aid to a single mother of two struggling to make ends meet. The non-profit organisation recently visited Voon Mei Fong, 47, who lives in Demak Laut here. During the visit, Voon shared that her marriage fell apart as she strove to escape from domestic abuse. However, she was grateful her children aged six and 11 did not go through any abuse. As she has no transport, Voon aspires to find a job which does not require her to travel far. Presently, she is unemployed. 'Since her separation from her husband, Voon's elder sister has been supporting her as much as she could. However, with Voon being unable to secure a stable income, the burden is too much,' said Hope Place. Voon said her in-laws have been helping to send the children to school every day, and the house they are staying in belongs to her in-laws. 'But financially, Voon and her children still face an uncertain future,' it added. Donations can be made via Hope Place's Maybank account (511289001160) or the S Pay Global QR code available on its Facebook page. Receipts will be issued upon request. For more information, call Hope Place on 082-505987 or 013-5672775. food aid hope place kuching lead single mother
Borneo Post
01-08-2025
- Health
- Borneo Post
Kuching mother of four receives aid from Hope Place after surgery, job loss
Hope Place representatives Mary Vun and Griffen Deng in a photo call with Noor Elnisa (centre) during the delivery of food aid. KUCHING (Aug 1): A 34-year-old mother of four is receiving basic food aid from Hope Place Kuching as she continues to recover from a recent surgery and remains jobless. Noor Elnisa Hasbi, who lives in Kampung Tabuan Melayu, sought help from the non-profit organisation after becoming financially dependent on her 67-year-old mother, a pensioner, to support herself and her children aged 12 to 17. 'Noor Elnisa underwent surgery in June after experiencing breathing difficulties during jogging last year. 'She was later diagnosed with thyroid after being rushed to the hospital with abdominal pain,' Hope Place said in a statement yesterday. Before her health deteriorated, Noor Elnisa ran a small business selling salted fish, locally known as 'pais'. However, her health issue has forced her to stop working, placing the family in a financial hardship. Despite their struggles, Noor Elnisa proudly shared that all four of her children are talented in Muay Thai martial arts, having participated in numerous competitions and won many medals. Hope Place extends appreciation to donors who make such support possible and encourages further contributions to help families like Noor Elnisa's. Donations can be made via its Maybank account (511289001160) or the S Pay Global QR code available on Hope Place's Facebook page. Receipts will be issued upon request. For more information, call Hope Place on 082-505987 or 013-5672775. aid Hope Place Kampung Tabuan Melayu Kuching mother
Borneo Post
24-07-2025
- Health
- Borneo Post
Hope Place Kuching helps single mum juggling work, three kids after husband's death
Sim (second right) and her children pose for a photo call with Hope Place representatives during the delivery of food aid and milk powder at her residence. KUCHING (July 25): A single mother of three is receiving assistance in the form of basic food supplies and milk powder for her youngest child, following the passing of her husband in April this year. According to Hope Place Kuching, 39-year-old Sim Pei Pei, who resides in a shoplot at MJC, has been struggling to make ends meet while caring for her three school-going children, aged between 2 and 11. 'Back in April, Sim's husband, who worked as a van driver, returned home around noon, saying he wasn't feeling well. This was the last Pei Pei heard from him,' said the non-governmental organisation (NGO) in a statement yesterday. 'She found him unresponsive when she returned home later that evening.' Hope Place said Sim currently works as a clinic assistant at a private clinic on Rubber Road, earning a minimum monthly salary. As she works during the day, her children are cared for by a nanny, whom she pays RM850 per month. 'Though the nanny's fee is expensive, Pei Pei has no choice, as a secure job is not easy to come by,' the NGO added. Sim and her children are currently staying in a shoplot owned by her late husband's sister, rent-free. However, she still bears the cost of utility bills such as water and electricity. Compounding her expenses, Sim's youngest son has been diagnosed with severe asthma. He requires the use of an inhaler and frequent hospital visits, further straining the family's limited finances. Hope Place is appealing for public donation to help support Sim and her children. Individuals can donate to Hope Place's Maybank account (511289001160), or via S Pay Global using the QR code available on its Facebook page. Donation receipts will be issued upon request. For more information, call Hope Place on 082-505987 or 013-5672775. assistance hope place kuching lead single mother
Borneo Post
27-06-2025
- Health
- Borneo Post
Stage 4 cancer patient in Batu Kawa keeps working despite pain, receives help from Hope Place
Hope Place representative Mary Vun (left) hands over the food aid to Esan during the recent visit. KUCHING (June 27): Hope Place Kuching is providing basic food aid to a middle-aged couple in Moyan, Batu Kawa, where the husband is battling stage 4 colon cancer. According to the non-governmental organisation (NGO), 55-year-old Tan You Sik was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2021 and had undergone radiotherapy. He is currently receiving chemotherapy treatment. Hope Place said Tan and his wife, Esan Suli, 54, live without children and face mounting challenges due to his deteriorating health. 'Esan tries to earn a living by selling homemade peanut and anchovies snacks. Tan reveals that he is still working,' said Hope Place in a statement yesterday. Tan, who continues to do electrical wiring and driving jobs, often experiences physical pain following each chemotherapy session. 'I don't have any choice. If I still have energy left, I'll continue to work,' he told Hope Place, adding that he relies on a high dosage of morphine to manage the pain. The couple receives RM200 in monthly aid from the Sarawak Social Welfare Department, while church members help contribute towards their rent. Hope Place welcomes all donations to support more families in need. Contributions can be made via Maybank account 511289001160 or the S Pay Global QR code available on its Facebook page. For more information, call Hope Place on 082-505987 or 013-5672775. aid Batu Kawa cancer hope place kuching
Borneo Post
17-06-2025
- Health
- Borneo Post
Hope Place Kuching lends a hand to woman battling Stage 4 cancer
Hope Place representative Yong Tiong Yieng (right) poses with Chai (centre) and her mother. KUCHING (June 17): Hope Place Kuching is supply special milk powder supplements to a 33-year-old woman fighting Stage 4 cervical cancer. The non-governmental organisation (NGO) recently visited Chai Chee Yieng, who lives each day clinging to the hope of brighter days ahead. 'With stage 4 cervical cancer, Chai, while struggling with pain, is fighting each day, not giving up,' it said in a statement yesterday. According to Hope Place, Chai was diagnosed with cancer in 2023 and had to quit her job as a cashier at a supermarket, losing her stable income. 'After a surgery, she now has a tube hanging out at her hip, connected to her kidney, to drain out excess liquid. She had also gone through chemotherapy and radiotherapy countless times. 'She is now very weak and can barely walk by herself — she depends solely on her family,' it said. Chai told Hope Place: 'I feel so frustrated and helpless but I want to be better.' The NGO said Chai lives with her mother and 29-year-old brother, Yeen, in Matang, adding that the brother had quit his job to take care of his sister. 'Her mother, 63, has leg problems and uses a walking cane. However, she still does all the household chores and cooks for her children,' it added. It is understood that Chai is receiving RM200 monthly from the state Social Welfare Department, but is not enough to get by. Those wishing to donate may do so via Hope Place's Maybank account (511289001160) or visit its Facebook page for the S Pay Global QR code. For more information, the public can contact Hope Place by calling 082-505987 or 013-5672775. cancer patient food aid hope place kuching lead
