Helping Hand – Charm

For elderly couple Lau Moon-wing (left) and Chow Kam-shim, mornings often include yum cha with friends. Photo: Edmond So

‘I’m lonely’: why are 50% of Hong Kong’s elderly socially isolated – and what can help?

2 months ago02 mins

In the first of a five-part Health Matters wellness series on ageing in Hong Kong, Fiona Sun examines rising social isolation among the elderly, its serious health risks and how activities and community support are helping seniors stay socially engaged. Chow Kam-shim, 92, and her husband Lau Moon-wing, 100, still face off against opponents every…

Woman leads charge in providing healthy meals to those in need

Cs news12 months ago12 months ago07 mins

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Each month, ABC15 presents someone in our community with the Carolina Champion Award, an award given to leaders who inspire extraordinary action. This month’s recipient is truly a woman on a mission, making sure no one in her community goes without their basic needs being met. Sam Tate began her…