🌟 Celebrating 5 Years of AIMS 🌟

To mark the special occasion, HCSA Highpoint hosted an anniversary dinner on 17 August for AIMS, our alumni after-care group. We were joined by Guest-of-Honour Assoc Prof @muhammadfaishalibrahim, Minister of State for Ministry of Home Affairs & Ministry of National Development.

The festivities began with a rousing sing-along to "Home," celebrating Singapore`s National Day, followed by a warm welcome from Shawn Lim, Head of HCSA Highpoint, and an introduction to AIMS by Samuel Wong, our Aftercare Manager. We also heard an encouraging testimonial from an AIMS member about his recovery journey.

In his opening remarks, Assoc Prof Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim recognised the commitment of our AIMS members to their desistance journey. He also thanked our Everesting for Second Chances campaign sponsors, partners, and participants for coming together to support the rehabilitation of ex-offenders in Singapore.

Medals were presented to AIMS members who have achieved at least 5 years of positive change and desistance; and tokens of appreciation were presented to our @secondchancessg sponsors, partners, and top fundraisers and participants.

We enjoyed an energetic dance performance by WISDOM, the pro-social support network by AIMS members` significant others, before wrapping up the night with a lucky draw for AIMS members.

A huge thank you to MOS Faishal for spending time with us, and to all our guests for being part of this meaningful celebration. Your support is crucial in helping us make a difference in the lives of ex-offenders and their families. 💖

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On 14 August, HCSA SPIN was invited to the NUS Graduate Diploma in Social Work Graduation & Awards 2024 🏆 We`re honoured to receive the Appreciation Award 2024, recognising our fifth year of support to NUS social work students in their field education.

Jeanne Lin, our Senior Social Worker, provides clinical supervision to NUS social work students during their internship placement at SPIN — offering them real-world experience as a social worker and integration of theory with practice through on-the-job training.

Our heartbeat is to nurture the next generation of user-centric social workers and uplift the ethics of the profession. We guide the students in applying classroom knowledge to field practice, provide them a conducive environment to discuss their learning points and difficulties, and provide feedback on their skills and casework management, so that our social work interns can grow in their competencies and flourish in their chosen vocation.

Thank you, NUS Department of Social Work, for partnering with us to mentor tomorrow’s social workers. Here`s to many more years of collaboration! 🙌

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📢 Our Annual Report 2023 is live, and we`re thrilled to share it with you! In the past year, sustainability in our services, finance, and environment has been a key focus and a major topic of discussion across #teamHCSA.

2023 was also special, as we joined the Ministry of Social and Family Development in honouring the Year of Celebrating Social Service Partners. A massive thank you to our partners who have come together and supported HCSA – from corporates, foundations and grantmakers, community groups and schools, to families and individuals. Your belief in our mission helps us empower the vulnerable to discover their purpose for a more abundant life.

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🔗 Click our link in bio for the full Annual Report 2023

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On 17 July, we welcomed the team from @singaporeprisonservice (SPS) to HCSA Community Services, to learn more about HCSA Highpoint.

The day started with our CEO Mrs Kim Lang Khalil sharing an overview of HCSA`s history. The Highpoint team then shared insights into the services available for residents during their stay, employment and accommodation support they can tap on and the AIMS alumni after-care group that supports them post-residency. We wrapped up the visit with a Q&A session, and a walk-about tour around HCSA.

Thank you SPS for visiting us! We are excited to grow our partnership and continue supporting the ex-offender community 🤝

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We had a great time hosting the Community Chest (ComChest) team on 16 July 🧡 Our strategic partners visited to learn more about HCSA Community Services and to gain insights into HCSA SPIN, which empowers single parents with funding support from ComChest.

Our CEO Mrs Kim Lang Khalil kicked things off with a warm welcome and an introduction to HCSA. The heads of our four signature programmes – Highpoint, Dayspring, SPIN and Academy – then shared more about our work, followed by a dialogue session.

We took the team on a tour around HCSA before heading to the Academy, where the visit ended on a delectable note with a three-course meal prepared by our amazing @hcsa_academy students as part of their on-the-job training.

Thank you ComChest for taking the time to visit! #teamHCSA appreciates your partnership and support ✨

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This World Hepatitis Day, we are thrilled to announce a new milestone in Singapore`s journey towards eliminating the Hepatitis C virus (HCV) by 2030!

On 25 July 2024, HCSA Community Services and Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for Phase II of the Educate, Test, Treat! (ETT) initiative 🎉

Launched in July 2022, the ETT initiative aims to provide former drug offenders with access to HCV screening, education and care services. With the support of @gileadsciences, @tantocksenghospital, and @tzuchisg over the past two years, more than 270 former drug offenders from participating halfway houses have been screened for HCV.

HCV infections can progress to lifelong chronic liver conditions without timely medical intervention. Tzu-Chi Foundation’s pledge of $83,000 to the ETT initiative this year ensures that treatment will continue to be made accessible for low-income former drug offenders.

Thank you Mdm Rahayu Mahzam, Minister of State, Ministry of Health and Ministry of Digital Development and Information, for gracing our event and witnessing the MoU signing in support of our ETT initiative ❤️

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🌟 We’re Hiring! 🌟

Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of teenage girls who have survived abuse or neglect? Join our team as a Youth Mentor and provide trauma-informed care to our HCSA Dayspring residents 💖

As a Youth Mentor, you’ll ensure that the residents’ basic personal, physical, emotional, spiritual, mental, educational and social needs are met. You’ll also gain valuable experience in trauma work and have opportunities for career growth and development.

Ready to make an impact? Click the link in our bio to apply today 🙌

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On 20 June 2024, HCSA Highpoint hosted the CARE Network Learning Journey for MSF Transitional Shelter Operators 🏠

The event began with a joint presentation by the Singapore Prison Service (SPS) and Yellow Ribbon Singapore (YRSG) on their Throughcare Approach for inmates` rehabilitation and reintegration into society. Participants then toured the premises of Highpoint, where our team shared best practices for operators.

We had small group discussions, focused on overcoming current operational challenges and improving collaboration to support the housing needs of ex-offenders in their reintegration journey.

Shawn Lim, Head of Highpoint, and SUPT Ho Kim Teck, Senior Assistant Director (Community Reintegration Branch) at SPS, wrapped up the event with insights on how we can better serve our clients as part of the local community for a caring and inclusive society.

Thank you once again to @singaporeprisonservice, @yellowribbonsg, @allkinsingapore, @awwasg and @nhcs.sg for this opportunity to share and learn from one another ❤️

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Our HCSA SPIN single-parent families had an incredible day out with Hongkong Land volunteers at @ediblegardencity 🌿✨ Around 50 participants, including 30 enthusiastic volunteers from @hongkong.land and 20 SPIN families, enjoyed a hands-on gardening workshop.

We toured the beautiful garden, learned about food security, identified various herbs and vegetables and how to grow and use them, and discovered the essential role earthworms play in fertilising the soil. Each participant even brought home a small pot of sweet potato cuttings. 🍠 🌱

To top it all off, Hongkong Land provided our families with the hearty bags that they had previously packed. A heartfelt thank you to Hongkong Land for organising this wonderful outing and to Edible Garden City for hosting us. Your support makes a meaningful impact. 💕

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We are immensely grateful to Hongkong Land for their unwavering support and partnership. 20 dedicated volunteers from @hongkong.land gathered and packed 100 hearty bags filled with groceries and stationery for HCSA SPIN`s single-parent families on 16 May.

Our CEO, Kim Lang Khalil, also presented a token of appreciation to Kwok Yuen Mun, General Manager, People & Culture, South Asia, in recognition of their invaluable contribution.

2024 marks the third year of Hongkong Land`s support through their HOME Fund project, making a significant impact on our community. Notably, Hongkong Land was our first corporate partner to support SPIN’s single-parent children by providing access to tech and educational resources, including personal online tuition, to help with their academic challenges.

Thank you, Hongkong Land, for your continuous dedication to enriching the lives of single-parent families. Your generosity and commitment make a world of difference. 💖

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We were thrilled to host the GIC x HCSA Highpoint Masak Masak event on 11 May, a landmark volunteering activity curated for our first engagement with GIC. This special event aimed not only to give back but also to deepen understanding of the reintegration challenges ex-offenders face in Singapore.

Highpoint alumni (AIMS) and their significant others (WISDOM) joined hands with GIC volunteers to cook a delightful lunch for our Highpoint residents. Together, we prepared a sumptuous menu featuring Authentic Nasi Minyak, Chicken Buenos Special, Dalca Supremo, Zesty Prawn Samba, Pineapple Paceri, and Pink Fizzy Delight.

Thank you to everyone who participated and made this event so meaningful. Your efforts have brought warmth and joy to our community. 💖

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