Mr Ng once worked in an auto parts store. In 2019, he suffered a stroke and was hospitalized for a long time. After being discharged from the hospital, he came to Bright Hill Evergreen Home as he did not have a full-time caregiver.
Mr Ng starts his day as early as 3am. He begins by wiping down his table and making himself a cup of coffee, then waters the plants. Around 7am, when the nursing staff is busy with their duties, he will look for ways to assist them. Mr Ng appreciates the hard work of the nursing staff so he occasionally helps with tasks like changing the bedsheet. He believes in supporting others whenever possible and finds that doing so helps him use his time more meaningfully. Each day, he assists by cleaning the plates and wiping down the tables after meals. He will also interact with other residents in his ward to ensure they have someone to talk to.
In addition to assisting his visually impaired friend with his meal, Mr Ng is also willing to offer feedback to the management. For instance, he will inform them that residents would appreciate having soy sauce available for their meal, as it would enhance the flavour and help them finish their meals. The management took his advice to heart.
After multiple physical therapy sessions over the years, Mr Ng is now able to walk slowly with assistance and move his left arm. Every morning, he exercises his arm by himself in hopes of gradually restoring the function of his right arm. He hopes that he will be able to be discharged in a year.
In addition, Mr Ng is an active participant in our “Kek Ai Diam” programme (https://www.bheh.org/2024/01/18/kek-ai-diam/) and consistently earns the highest number of points for his engagement. He often redeems these points for delightful rewards, which he shares with the care staff to acknowledge their dedication and compassionate care, all the time.
Let’s join us in wishing Mr Ng a long and fulfilling life in his golden years!
