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Established in 2006 by Dr. Goh Wei Leong and his team, HealthServe addresses the medical, emotional, and social needs of migrant workers, many of whom face challenges such as workplace injuries, mental health issues, and barriers to healthcare access. | === '''HealthServe: Caring for Singapore’s Migrant Workers''' === | ||
'''HealthServe''' is a non-governmental organization (NGO) in Singapore dedicated to providing holistic care and support for migrant workers, particularly those in low-wage sectors. Established in 2006 by Dr. Goh Wei Leong and his team, HealthServe addresses the medical, emotional, and social needs of migrant workers, many of whom face challenges such as workplace injuries, mental health issues, and barriers to healthcare access. | |||
== '''Mission and Vision''' == | === '''Mission and Vision''' === | ||
HealthServe's mission is to “bring healing and hope to migrant workers in distress” by offering affordable medical care, mental health support, and social assistance. The organization envisions a more inclusive Singapore where every migrant worker is treated with dignity and compassion. | HealthServe's mission is to “bring healing and hope to migrant workers in distress” by offering affordable medical care, mental health support, and social assistance. The organization envisions a more inclusive Singapore where every migrant worker is treated with dignity and compassion. | ||
== '''Key Services and Programs''' == | === '''Key Services and Programs''' === | ||
# '''Affordable Healthcare''' | # '''Affordable Healthcare''' | ||
#* HealthServe operates low-cost clinics in areas such as Geylang, Mandai, and Little India, offering primary care services and specialist referrals. | #* HealthServe operates low-cost clinics in areas such as Geylang, Mandai, and Little India, offering primary care services and specialist referrals. | ||
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#* HealthServe collaborates with academic institutions and policy-makers to conduct research on migrant worker welfare, contributing to policy recommendations for improving living and working conditions. | #* HealthServe collaborates with academic institutions and policy-makers to conduct research on migrant worker welfare, contributing to policy recommendations for improving living and working conditions. | ||
== '''Notable Achievements''' == | === '''Notable Achievements''' === | ||
* '''Recognition and Awards''': HealthServe has received numerous accolades for its impactful work, including the '''Singapore President’s Volunteerism & Philanthropy Award (PVPA)''' in 2015. | * '''Recognition and Awards''': HealthServe has received numerous accolades for its impactful work, including the '''Singapore President’s Volunteerism & Philanthropy Award (PVPA)''' in 2015. | ||
* '''COVID-19 Pandemic Response''': During the pandemic, HealthServe played a critical role in addressing the healthcare and mental health needs of migrant workers, especially those affected by the dormitory lockdowns. | * '''COVID-19 Pandemic Response''': During the pandemic, HealthServe played a critical role in addressing the healthcare and mental health needs of migrant workers, especially those affected by the dormitory lockdowns. | ||