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ANNUAL REPORT 2016Providing Cancer Care and Active Ageing Programmes and Services

VisionDisadvantaged children and families living to their fullest potentials

MissionLooking with our hearts, filling lives with hope

Core ValuesHonestyObjectivenessNon-judgementEmpowermentSincerityThoughtfulnessYes We Can

2 Board of Management

3 Management Team and Staff

4 Organisational Structure

Contents

About UsAin Society is a registered charity providing cancer care services to cancer-stricken patients and their families, and active ageing programmes to the elderly regardless of race, religion and background. Since its inception in 2000, more than 31,000 individuals have benefited through a range of rehabilitative services and developmental programmes.

Its cancer care services include financial assistance, counselling and support groups, therapeutic play, social and recreational activities, spiritual and tuition classes, and life skills workshops. To educate the wider community on cancer prevention, the first cancer education bus in Singapore – a joint initiative between Ain Society and National Cancer Centre Singapore – was launched in 2015. The elderly in its active ageing programmes are engaged in interactive activities such as physical exercise, mental wellness and social activities together with their peers.

To cover its operating expenditure and to provide quality services and programmes to cancer-stricken patients and their families and the elderly, which are estimated at $2 million a year, Ain Society relies heavily on fundraising activities, public’s donation and support. As an approved Institution of Public Character (IPC) under the Commissioner of Charities, all outright cash donations to Ain Society are eligible for a 250% tax deduction.

Charity Registration Number: 001956ROS Registration Number: 191/2000 WELIPC Registration Number: 000607UEN Number: T00SS0163FAuditor: S C Mohan PACBanker: Overseas-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited

5 Serenity Cancer Care

6 Serenity Active Golden Ageing (SAGA)

7 Key Highlights of the Year

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Board of ManagementAdviserMdm Halimah YacobSpeaker of Parliament and MP for Marsiling-Yew Tee GRC

Medical AdviserAssociate Professor Fatimah LateefMP for Marine Parade GRC

Mr Bambang Sumaryono AliSecretary

Mdm Linda TeoAssistant Treasurer

Mdm Nurhayati TahirBoard Member

Ms Yatimatussalihah RahmatBoard Member

Mr Abdul Malek OsmanPresident

Mr Sazali SahriAssistant Secretary

Mr Al Imran Abdul AzizBoard Member

Dato’ Alex Quah Poh HockBoard Member

Ms Noorsyafiaton SharunBoard Member

Mr Md Fadzrun AdnanVice President

Mdm Zainab BaharumTreasurer

Mdm Noor Relah HussainBoard Member

Dato’ Ratanaveloo VijayamBoard Member

Mdm Ismirah Hj Ih’wanInternal Auditor

Conflict of Interest PolicyAll Board members and employees of Ain Society are required to read and understand the conflict of interest policy in place and make full disclosure of any interests, relationships and holdings that could potentially result in a conflict of interest. When a conflict of interest situation arises, the member/employee shall abstain from participating in the discussion, decision making and voting on the matter.

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Management Team

Staff

Haji Md Yusof IsmailChief Executive Officer

Ms Sophya LimAssistant Director, Community Engagement

Mr Zaq OmarManager, Media & Publications (from September 2016)

Ms Nur Shabana AbdullahSocial Work Assistant, Serenity Cancer Care

Ms Fathin Fathonah YusoffSocial Work Assistant, Serenity Cancer Care

Ms Nur Syafiqah Hussin Social Work Assistant, Serenity Cancer Care (from September 2016)

Ms Nurulhazirah MustafaSocial Work Assistant, Serenity Cancer Care (from November 2016)

Ms Yatimatussalihah RahmatDirector, Administration & Finance

Ms Noorsyafiaton SharunAssistant Director, Serenity Cancer Care

Ms Norhashimah KamarudinCounsellor, Serenity Cancer Care

Ms Nur’Ain Md SaidSocial Work Assistant, Serenity Cancer Care

Ms Nur Fadilla AminExecutive Assistant, Media & Publications

Ms Monicca NarayananAccountant (Contract Staff)

Ms Ong Gek Choo ChrisOffice Assistant (Contract Staff)

Mr Leslie TeoDirector, Community Engagement

Mr Md Redwan MohamedAssistant Director, Projects (till November 2016)

Mr Moses HuangManager, Operations

Ms Shahida KhairudinExecutive Assistant, Serenity Cancer Care

Mr Mak Kok CheongLogistic Assistant

Ms Fatin Syairah Nor ShaidiExecutive Assistant, Information & Communication (till November 2016)

Ms Nurul Huda Ma’aropSocial Work Assistant, Serenity Cancer Care

Ms Zaza Izura Md RidwanExecutive Assistant, Front Office (from September 2016)

Organisational Structure

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Haji Md Yusof IsmailChief Executive Officer

Head Office

Community Engagement Administration & Finance Serenity Cancer Care

Mr Leslie TeoDirector

Community Engagement

Ms Sophya LimAssistant Director

Community Engagement

Mr Moses HuangManager

Operations

Ms Nur Fadilla AminExecutive Assistant

Media & Publications

Mr Mak Kok CheongLogistic Assistant

Ms Zaza Izura Md Ridwan

Executive AssistantFront Office

Mr Zaq OmarManager

Media & Publications

Ms Yatimatussalihah RahmatDirector

Administration & Finance

Ms Monicca NarayananAccountant

(Contract Staff)

Ms Noorsyafiaton SharunAssistant Director

Serenity Cancer Care

Ms Nur Shabana AbdullahSocial Work Assistant Serenity Cancer Care

Ms Fathin Fathonah YusoffSocial Work AssistantSerenity Cancer Care

Ms Nur Syafiqah Hussin Social Work AssistantSerenity Cancer Care

Ms Nurulhazirah MustafaSocial Work AssistantSerenity Cancer Care

Ms Norhashimah KamarudinCounsellor


Ms Nur’Ain Md SaidSocial Work Assistant Serenity Cancer Care

Ms Shahida KhairudinExecutive Assistant


Ms Nurul Huda Ma’aropSocial Work AssistantSerenity Cancer Care



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13

47

4182432

51 56Total: 110

92

202

104

19314

Chinese

OthersIndian Total: 347

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Others

Indian

Malay Malay

Since its inception in 2000 by 12 volunteers who wanted to build a coordinated community programme and to fulfil the social service gaps for the Malay-Muslim community, Ain Society has evolved to become an important social service provider for cancer patients and their families regardless of race, religion and background.

In 2012, Ain Society runs serenity cancer care, providing financial assistance, counselling and support groups, therapeutic play, social and recreational activities, spiritual and tuition classes, and public education initiatives. To educate the wider community on cancer prevention, the first cancer education bus in Singapore – a joint initiative between Ain Society and National Cancer Centre Singapore – was launched in 2015.

Profile of beneficiaries from Serenity Cancer Care


As at December 2015 As at December 2016

Open Cases

Closed Cases

Ethnic Groups of Beneficieries

Deceased



67

29

136

Children

Men Women

Children

Men Women

Total: 11531

12

72

Children

Men Women

Children

Men Women

18

2

36

Children

Men Women

Total: 56

3Children

Men Women

Total: 496

Total: 152

Total: 344

1750-60

Total: 257

3850-60

8561-70

134Above 70

Total: 8938

61-70

34Above 70

Apart from providing cancer care programmes and services, Ain Society reaches out to the elderly through SAGA, providing mental and physical wellness, psycho-emotional well-being and therapeutic geriatric counselling activities. The programme aims to improve the quality of life of the elderly and to retain their dignity and purpose during their golden years.

By promoting active ageing through workshops and activities such as music and dance appreciation, qiqong, origami, sudoku, gin rummy and bingo, the beneficiaries are encouraged to stay active and to stay connected to the community. In FY2016, 89 beneficiaries, between 50 and 80-year-old participated in various active ageing activities and volunteerism initiatives organised by SAGA.

To make active ageing a positive experience for the beneficiaries, SAGA also collaborated with community partners such as Fei Yue Community Services and Esplanade in providing motivational talks and experiential learning opportunities.

Profile of beneficiaries from SAGA

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As at December 2015 As at December 2016

Gender of Beneficiaries

Age Groups of Beneficiaries

Ethnic Groups of Beneficiaries

Total: 257 209

48Men

WomenTotal: 89 85

4Men

Women

Total: 257195

Chinese

10

52Malay 71

Chinese

6

12Malay

Total: 89

Indian Indian

Annual General Meeting 2016A new board of management was elected at Ain Society’s 16th annual general meeting which was held on 9 January 2016. The board members elected to serve from FY2016 to FY2017 were:

Pentas RadioAin Society initiated Pentas Radio – a 45-minute radio programme for the Malay-Muslim community – for the second year in a row. Broadcast from 24 January to 13 March 2016 on Warna 94.2FM, the programme aimed to increase cancer awareness through real-life stories of its beneficiaries, their struggles and triumphs living with cancer. The radio programme was presented by DJ RZ and achieved high ratings, with positive feedback from its donors and members of the public.

Serenity Active Golden Ageing Charity Sale InitiativeTo raise funds for Ain Society’s cancer care programmes and services – Serenity Cancer Care – the beneficiaries from its active ageing programme organised and participated in a slew of charity sale events at the following premises.

Key Highlights of the Year

Venue Date Amount Raised

Immigration and Checkpoints Authority 25 January $513

Urban Redevelopment Authority 27 January $63

Central Narcotics Bureau 12 May 18 May 25 May

$657

These fundraising events also encouraged the beneficiaries to nurture their social ties and be integral members of the community, as well as created awareness for Ain Society.

Serenity Cancer Care Support GroupTo help beneficiaries with cancer find the emotional support they need and manage their lives through treatment and recovery, Ain Society’s cancer care programmes and services – Serenity Cancer Care – conducts a monthly support group session at its premises on the first Saturday of every month, from 2pm to 6pm. This platform has allowed its beneficiaries to share their feelings and challenges openly in a non-judgmental environment as well as to learn from others who are facing similar situations. One of its beneficiaries with cancer, Mdm Norsiah Atan, 51-year-old, has benefited from serenity cancer care support

Appointment Name

President Mr Abdul Malek Osman

Vice President Mr Md Fadzrun Adnan

Secretary Mr Bambang Sumaryono Ali

Assistant Secretary Mr Sazali Sahri

Treasurer Mdm Zainab Baharum

Assistant Treasurer Mdm Linda Teo

Board Member Mdm Noor Relah Hussain

Board Member Mdm Nurhayati Tahir

Board Member Mr Al Imran Abdul Aziz

Board Member Dato’ Alex Quah Poh Hock

Board Member Dato’ Ratanaveloo Vijayam

Board Member Ms Yatimatussalihah Rahmat

Board Member Ms Noorsyafiaton Sharun

Internal Auditor Mdm Ismirah Hj Ih’wan

Serenity Active Golden Ageing Charity Sale Initiative

Serenity Cancer Care Support Group



group. The understanding and encouragement that she received helped her to grow more confident, buoyed up her determination and enabled her to persevere through her difficulties. Her new-found strength and positive spirit now see her enthusiastically contributing to the support group by giving advice to other beneficiaries, offering listening ear and a shoulder to cry on.

Chinese New Year CelebrationAin Society celebrated Chinese New Year for the third year in a row with a special lunch at Mackenzie Rex Restaurant. 50 guests comprising beneficiaries from its active ageing programme, board and staff members attended the celebration on 14 February 2016. The guests were treated to a festive raw-fish salad known as Yu Sheng and halal Chinese delicacies such as chilli crab and traditional style ha lok prawn. A lucky draw game was also conducted and three beneficiaries walked away with Chinese New Year hampers. To welcome the Chinese New Year with good luck, Mdm Linda Teo, Ain Society’s board member was appointed by the beneficiaries to present customary red envelopes or hongbaos worth $910 to Haji Md Yusof Ismail, Ain Society’s chief executive officer for its clubkidz programme.

World Cancer DayTo commemorate World Cancer Day, staff and volunteers from Ain Society came together to spread a message of hope to patients and the elderly at Assisi Hospice and HCA Kang Le Day Care Centre on 23 February 2016 and 25 February 2016, respectively. A symbol of hope for the fight against cancer – daffodil – was distributed to patients and the elderly together with a bookmark with inspirational quote. Other highlights of the day were the opportunity to interact and bond with patients and the elderly through games such as musical ball, and activities like sing-along and bookmark colouring. A red envelope or hongbao worth $20 was also distributed to each patient and elderly in celebration of Chinese New Year, which fall on the same month with World Cancer Day.

Overseas Learning Journey Fifteen staff and coordinators from Ain Society’s cancer care programmes and services – Serenity Cancer Care – embarked on an overseas learning journey to Manila, Philippines from 7 to 12 March 2016. With the aim to learn from other social service organisations about the best practices and activities for beneficiaries with cancer, the group visited the Carewell Community Foundation – a non-profit foundation that provides support, education and hope to persons with cancer and their loved ones as well as Tuloy Foundation – a home for refuge for street children. During the learning journey opportunity, the group members were introduced to new activities such as lebran dance and the method of growing plants through hydroponics and aquaponics systems. The group members also had the opportunity to witness values such as patience and resourcefulness through these activities. These visits gave the group members an insight into how the various social service organisations operate and improve the quality of life of their beneficiaries.

Family Engagement InitiativeWith the support of the Rahmatan Lil Alamin Fund, Ain Society’s cancer care programmes and services – Serenity Cancer Care – organised a family outing for its beneficiaries and caregivers on 15 March 2016. The aim was to provide opportunity for family bonding as beneficiaries and their families affected by cancer may not be able to experience doing activities together. 65 beneficiaries together with their family members attended an outing to Sentosa Island and participated in various outdoor activities such as riding the luge – a fun-filled gravity thrill ride and boarding skyride for a scenic bird’s eye view of the island, city skyline and South China Sea. A 15-minute tazkirah or sermon on Islam and gratitude was also conducted by Ustaz Ridhwan, a religious teacher from Darul Aman Mosque on that day. The outing was also made possible with the assistance from South East Mosque Cluster and its volunteers.

Kolintang EnsembleIn conjunction with Singapore Island Country Club’s (SICC) annual



Chinese New Year Celebration

World Cancer Day

Overseas Learning Journey

Family Engagement Initiative

signature charity drive – SICC May Day Charity – the kolintang ensemble from Ain Society was invited to perform at its tea reception on 31 March 2016. Held at SICC, 17 staff and beneficiaries from its cancer care programmes and services – Serenity Cancer Care and Clubskidz – and an assistant trainer entertained guests with six unforgettable performances. The opportunity to showcase their talents through these performances would not be possible without the continuous support from SICC since 2014.

Projek KasihFor the fourth consecutive year, Ain Society’s charity show – Projek Kasih – was broadcast live on Suria, Mediacorp’s Malay television station on 8 April 2016, with a repeat telecast on 17 April 2016. Hosted by two popular television personalities and presenters, Mr Khairudin Saharom and Ms Nurul Aini, the two-hour star-studded charity show showcased performances from local artistes such as Ms Aisyah Aziz and Mr Fauzie Laily, alongside a renowned singer from Malaysia, Ms Siti Nordiana. Themed ‘Tabah’ or ‘Persevere’, this charity show also provided opportunity for some beneficiaries to share their stories of struggles and triumphs. Mr Ariffin Abdul Nasir, 23-year-old, who suffers from bone cancer and brittle bones due to treatment for cancer, relies solely on Mdm Sumiah, his 51-year-old mother. Mdm Sumiah, a cook at a food stall in Adam Road food centre starts work at 3am and ends at 1.30pm. She gets only one day off every two weeks. Despite her struggles to make ends meet, she is constantly worried about her son and has never fully enjoyed a day of rest. Fortunately through Ain Society’s serenity cancer care programmes and services, she finds respite in sharing her feelings with other members. The charity show was graced by Mdm Halimah Yacob, Speaker of Parliament and MP for Marsiling-Yew Tee GRC and raised a total amount of $629,726. Funds raised through this charity show were channelled to Ain Society’s programmes and services for beneficiaries and their families affected by cancer as well as beneficiaries in its active ageing programmes. As at October 2016, there are 476 serenity cancer care cases and 76 serenity active golden ageing beneficiaries.

SICC May Day CharityIn its 45th year of giving back to the community, Singapore Island Country Club’s (SICC) annual signature charity drive – SICC May Day Charity – raised its record-breaking amount of $85,000 for Ain Society. From organising charity golf tournament to gala dinner at its premises, and fringe charity events, more than $1.2 million was raised for 15 charitable organisations serving various social and financial needs. The cheque presentation ceremony was graced by Mr Desmond Choo, MP for Tampines GRC, and cheque was presented to Mr Leslie Teo, Ain Society’s community engagement director by Mr Andrew Lim, chairman of SICC May Day Charity 2016 on 10 August at SICC’s grand ballroom. Funds raised through this charity drive will support Ain Society’s programmes and services to help cancer-stricken patients, their families and the elderly.

Di Hujung PelangiWith the aim to enrich the quality of life and create meaningful memories, Di Hujung Pelangi – an initiative to grant the wishes of terminal cancer beneficiaries – was introduced in 2015. Through this initiative, Mr Ariffin Abdul Nasir, 23-year-old, who is diagnosed with a Stage 4 bone cancer, had his wish for performing umrah or minor pilgrimage together with his mother realised on 12 May 2016. Ain Society tapped into funds from Projek Kasih charity show to support this initiative. In FY2016, three beneficiaries had benefited from this initiative.

ERA Focus Division Community Project To build self-esteem and integrate children and youths with cancer into the community after their cancer treatment, ERA Focus Division of HE Charity Group organised a power kids gym and birthday party sessions for beneficiaries in Ain Society’s clubkidz programme. Held on 14 May 2016 at UE Square, 30 beneficiaries between three and 14-year-old, and 10 caregivers participated in various programmes such as rock climbing and flying fox activities. Not only these activities helped to build their self-confidence and develop their sportsmanship,



Projek Kasih

SICC May Day Charity

Di Hujung Pelangi

ERA Focus Division Community Project

it also provided them with a platform to learn and understand more about their physical abilities. A birthday party was also held for these beneficiaries. The community project was graced by Ms Maharah Abdul Mahid, president of HE Charity Group and Mdm Nooria Abdul Hameed, chief executive officer of HE Charity Group.

Mother’s Day CelebrationAimed at honouring the strength and resilience of its female beneficiaries and their caregivers for their unparalleled support, Ain Society organised a mother’s day celebration with an afternoon high tea at Royal Palm, Clarke Quay. 201 beneficiaries and caregivers attended the celebration on 15 May 2016, where they took the opportunity to indulge and unwind. Ain Society would like to thank the following sponsors and partners for their generous contributions and support. • Abdul Rahman Law Corporation• SpaJelita• Sahara Shawl• Shayani Scarves & Shawls• Sufyaa Boutique • Mdm Maryadjti Rahmat • Mdm Zabeda Sulaiman • Ustaz Ruhaizan Abdullah

Karaoke AmalThirty beneficiaries from Ain Society’s clubkidz programme and 10 caregivers were invited to a karaoke fundraiser event organised by Malay Activity Executive Committee from Geylang Serai Community Centre on 23 May 2016 and were presented with a donation box worth $5,785. The event was held at Geylang Serai Community Centre and was graced by MP for Marine Parade GRC and medical adviser to Ain Society, Associate Professor Fatimah Lateef as the guest-of-honour.

Qudwah HasanahA retiree, role model and father of five children, Mr Shamsuddin Parmo, 78-year-old was the winner of Qudwah Hasanah 2016 award, which was presented at Fairmont Hotel on 4 June 2016. Organised by Ain Society, the exemplary father award was initiated in 2012 where it honours and celebrates the importance of fathers through their sacrifices and efforts while raising their families in difficulties. Also recognised were Mr Didi Ismail Omar, 59-year-old, and Mr Jusri Jumain, 43-year-old.

Kiddy Care Pack InitiativeA hundred care packs of items such as Kid’s Dough meal time play set and Best Doctor medical kit were distributed to children with cancer from Viva-University Children Cancer’s Centre at National University Hospital by Ain Society’s staff members and volunteers on 8 June 2016. Introduced in 2015 to bring the smile back on the faces of children with cancer, the initiative had successfully handed out about 260 kiddy care packs and it aims to reach out to more children with cancer so that the children can benefit from this initiative. One of its volunteers, Ms Siti Nurmahirah Abdul Radir, 19-year-old, who is a cancer survivor said she received visitors when she was admitted to hospital for cancer treatment and that made a big difference as it raised her spirit and made her realised that she was not alone in her fight against cancer. The experience motivated her to be involved in this initiative to bring the same happiness and hope to children with cancer.

Ramadan Porridge DistributionTo promote the spirit of giving, the volunteers from Ain Society’s active ageing programme – Serenity Active Golden Ageing – distributed 200 packages of Ramadan porridge to Eunos residents on 10 June 2016, 17 June 2016, 24 June 2016 and 1 July 2016. An initiative by Ain Society which started in 2016, the event also helps to build community ties between residents and the society. This year’s Ramadan porridge distribution was organised in collaboration with Darul Aman Mosque.

Ain Society Iftar DinnerAimed at bringing people together, Ain Society organised an iftar or



Mother’s Day Celebration

Karaoke Amal

Qudwah Hasanah

Ramadan Porridge Distribution

break of daily fast with dinner for its cancer care coordinators and volunteers, and youths and volunteers from its active ageing programme. Held at Straits Kitchen, Grand Hyatt Singapore on 13 June 2016, the dinner was also attended by staff and board members.

ERA Focus Division Iftar DinnerInitiated by ERA Focus Division of HE Charity Group, an iftar dinner was organised by Ms Maharah Abdul Mahid, president of HE Charity Group and Mdm Nooria Abdul Hameed, chief executive officer of HE Charity Group to celebrate the spirit of caring and giving with Ain Society’s beneficiaries and family members affected by cancer. Held at Muslim Delights on 11 June 2016, the dinner was accompanied by a tazirah or sermon by Ustaz Hamrey Mohammad and performances by a nasheed group and Mr Riduan Yusof and Mr Riyan Sufiyan. Ain Society would like to make a special mention of gratitude to Mdm Nooria A Hameed, Ms Maharah Mahid and the following donors and sponsors for their generous contributions and support. • DJ Sheila Suratman• Mr Riduan Yusof• Mr Riyan Sufiyan• Muslim Delights Wedding Catering Services• Nirah MsCinta Photo Booth Service• Tellalycious• Ustaz Hamrey Mohammad

Hari Raya Aidilfitri Gift DisbursementTwo hundred and eighty needy beneficiaries with cancer received Hari Raya Aidilfitri gift disbursement on 15 June 2016 at Ain Society’s premises in Eunos. This event was organised by Ain Society to help its beneficiaries celebrate the festive period with dignity. Each recipient was presented with $150 in cash and a gift voucher worth $100 from Speaker of Parliament, Mdm Halimah Yacob, and adviser to Ain Society, who graced the event as the guest-of-honour. To ensure the beneficiaries can revel in the joy of the festive season, Mdm Halimah Yacob contributed an additional $50 to each beneficiary. The replacement of provisions to gift voucher was also introduced this year to make it more convenient for the beneficiaries. One of its beneficiaries, Mr Mohammad Zamrey bin Ahmadni, 34-year-old, father of a six-year-old boy with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia who recently had a stroke shared that he is thankful to be selected as this year’s recipient as it helps his family members to cope with their financial difficulties, especially during the festive season.

Iftar with a Member of ParliamentHeld at the former Malay Village on 17 June 2016, 149 beneficiaries from Ain Society’s cancer care programmes and services – Serenity Cancer Care – attended an iftar dinner specially organised for them by MP for Marine Parade GRC and medical adviser to Ain Society, Associate Professor Fatimah Lateef. The beneficiaries were treated to Briyani or Indian mixed rice dish and performances by a nasheed group and a tazirah by a religious leader. Associate Professor Fatimah Lateef also presented a customary green envelope worth $50 to each beneficiary.

Hari Raya FestivitiesTwenty-eight children and youths with cancer from Ain Society were invited to a special evening of iftar and city sightseeing tour together with their families members on 20 June 2016. Held at Darul Aman Mosque, the breaking fast ceremony was attended by Minister for Social and Family Development, Mr Tan Chuan-Jin as the guest-of-honour and the beneficiaries were gifted with two sets of new traditional Malay costumes and Hari Raya treats from Rahmatan Lil Alamin Foundation. In the same evening, the beneficiaries and their family members were invited to board a HiPPO bus – an open-top double decker bus – for a city sightseeing tour from Geylang Serai, Singapore Flyer, Esplanade to Chinatown. The event provided the beneficiaries an opportunity to revel in festive atmosphere despite their medical conditions. Ain Society is extremely grateful for the generous contributions and support from Rahmatan Lil Alamin Foundation and South East Mosque Cluster that made this event possible.



ERA Focus Division Iftar Dinner

Hari Raya Aidilfitri Gift Disbursement

Iftar with a Member of Parliament

Hari Raya Festivities

Serenity Cancer Care Support Group AidilfitriOrganised by Ain Society’s cancer care programmes and services – Serenity Cancer Care – to spread Hari Raya cheer, its annual event – Support Group Edisi Aidifitiri – was held on 22 July 2016 at Royal Palm, Clarke Quay. 300 beneficiaries attended this event together with their caregivers to revel in the festive season with staff and board members from the society. Themed ‘Happiness and Joy’, the event was hosted by a local celebrity, Mdm Norsiah Ramly who entertained beneficiaries, staff and board members with her spontaneity and candour. The event dedicated to having fun saw beneficiaries participating in various games and activities on stage.

Aidilfitri with Singapore AirlinesSingapore Airlines (SIA) organised an evening of food and entertainment on 14 July 2016 to bring cheer to beneficiaries from various charity organisations during Hari Raya Aidilfitri. 40 beneficiaries from Ain Society together with their family members and caregivers were invited to attend the celebration with guests from various charity organisations. Held at SIA Group Sports Club, the beneficiaries and guests were treated to a sumptuous buffet dinner and performances by SIA’s talented cabin crew.

Serenity Active Golden Ageing Music and Dance Appreciation WorkshopAs part of the endeavour to promote active and healthy living amongst the senior citizens in Eunos, a group of 20 beneficiaries in Ain Society’s active ageing programme – Serenity Active Golden Ageing – were introduced to music and dance appreciation workshop. Held at Ain Society’s multi-purpose hall on 4 August 2016, the one-hour workshop began with a familiar folksong, Chan-Mali-Chan to encourage the beneficiaries to move to the beat. To overcome the initial awkward situations, Ms Pamela Wong, a certified belly dancer who was appointed to conduct the workshop led the group by tapping her feet and clapping her hands. After tapping and clapping activities, a joint movement of hips and hands was introduced and even the beneficiaries who were unable to stand due to their age joined in the fun. One of its beneficiaries, Mdm Lai Sun Yew, 87-year-old, who has benefited from this workshop shared that the workshop made her feel happy and she will make an effort to attend it every week. Mr Md Redwan Mohamed, Ain Society’s assistant director of projects added that he hopes the combination of music and dance will help the beneficiaries to be more confident and expressive while improving their balance and gait.

Singapore Repertory Theatre Stage ProductionAs part of its efforts to inspire, engage and entertain audiences of all ages, the Singapore Repertory Theatre (SRT) invited 40 young beneficiaries with cancer from Ain Society together with their family members and caregivers to watch a popular stage production of the Three Little Pigs on 6 August 2016. The 50-minute production drew gales of laughter from the audience, especially the children when occasional local flavour such as So Malu and Double Whopper were thrown in. Songs like 1-2-3 Little Pigs had them bouncing and nodding along to the beat. The highlight of the production was when Mother Pig said “A family sticks together” as they came together to pit against the Big Bad Wolf. This scene struck a chord with the children as it showed them the importance of strong family ties and ways to overcome obstacles and challenges in life together as a family. This event helped the young beneficiaries to take their mind off their pain and it provided a platform for their family members and caregivers to unwind. Ain Society would like to thank SRT for their support in making a difference in the lives of its beneficiaries, their family members and caregivers.

Chronic Myeloid Leukemia ConferenceTo commemorate World Chronic Myeloid Leukemia Day, Ain Society participated in the first-ever Chronic Myeloid Leukemia Conference organised by Touch Community Services. Themed ‘Celebrating Life’, the conference was held at SingHealth Academy on 3 September 2016 and aimed at raising awareness of Chronic Myeloid Leukemia,



Serenity Cancer Care Support Group Aidilfitri

Aidilfitri with Singapore Airlines

Serenity Active Golden Ageing Music and Dance Appreciation Workshop

Singapore Repertory Theatre Stage Production

particularly in managing challenges and how to live well with it. Speakers included medical doctors and experts from local and overseas institutions. The conference also featured survivors who shared their personal experience living with leukemia and provided Ain Society with a platform to connect with individuals who would like to know more about its programmes and services and how they can benefit from it.

Anniversary Charity DinnerAin Society celebrated its 16th anniversary of excellent service to the community on 13 October 2016 at PARKROYAL on Beach Road with Minister for Social and Family Development, Mr Tan Chuan-Jin and wife as the guests-of-honour. Attended by 350 guests, the charity dinner was also held in appreciation of its partners and donors who played an integral role in helping the society to deliver high quality care to its beneficiaries, as well as a fundraising event for its programmes and services. Community partners that were acknowledged for their support and dedication during the event were Amalgamated Union of Statutory Board Employees, Children Cancer Foundation, Damai Secondary School, Far East Organization, Institute of Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Loyang Tua Pek Kong, National Cancer Centre Singapore, NTUC FairPrice Foundation, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Singapore Island Country Club, Singapore Civil Defence Force and West Grove Primary School. Despite a challenging economic environment, Ain Society was fortunate to receive support from Se7en Friday and partners who volunteered to organise this year’s charity dinner entirely. $246,432 was raised through table sales and outright donations from like-minded individuals and corporations. Ain Society would like to thank all partners, supporters and donors who make a difference in its beneficiaries’ lives. The charity dinner would not be a success without their continuous support.

Woodgrove Secondary School Community ProjectInitiated by a group of students from Woodgrove Secondary School, a fundraising event was organised to bring beneficiaries from Ain Society to Alive Museum. 38 beneficiaries and students visited Alive Museum for the first time on 24 October 2016. Ain Society would like to make a special mention of gratitude to Mr Eric Bay, Mr Ernest Ng and Ms Rafizah Mazlan for helping to coordinate this outing.

Cancer Education BusTo bring cancer awareness to the community, the first cancer education bus in Singapore – a joint initiative between Ain Society and National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS) – was launched in 2015. In FY2016, the cancer education bus visited 23 public venues to educate the public on the various types of cancer, signs and symptoms, screening recommendations and how to reduce the risk.



No. Venue Date Initiated by

1 Marsiling Primary School 13-15 January Ain Society

2 Singapore General Hospital 15 January NCCS

3 Ministry of Defence 19-21 January NCCS

4 Beatty Secondary School 3 February Ain Society

5 Toa Payoh Hub 20 February NCCS

6 Hwa Chong Institution 22-23 February Ain Society

7 Coral Secondary School 24 February Ain Society

8 National Council of Social Service

26 February NCCS

9 Ministry of Defence 15-17 March NCCS

Chronic Myeloid Leukemia Conference

Anniversary Charity Dinner

Woodgrove Secondary School Community Project

Cancer Education Bus

10 Amalgamated Union of Public Employees

23 March Ain Society

11 Yue Hua Senior Activity Centre

27 March Ain Society

12 Admiralty Zone 7 RC 23 April NCCS

13 Monetary Authority of Singapore

27 May Ain Society

14 Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple

24 July NCCS

15 Paya Lebar Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary)

1-3 August Ain Society

16 Tampines Junior College 5 August Ain Society

17 Gardens by the Bay 27 August NCCS

18 Woodlands Civic Centre 1 October NCCS

19 Damai Secondary School 27 October Ain Society

20 Toa Payoh Hub 5-6 November NCCS

21 KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital

21 November Ain Society

22 Darul Ghufran Mosque 24 November Ain Society

23 Alkaff Mosque 25 November Ain Society



Cancer Education Bus

We would like to thank all our partners, donors and volunteers for their contributions in 2016. With your generous support, Ain Society can continue its work of providing cancer care and active ageing programmes and services.

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Ain SocietyBlk 2 Eunos Crescent #01-2545 Singapore 400002Tel: +65 6848 5166 Fax: +65 6844 7243www.ainsociety.org.sg

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