Power of care and kindness

I have difficulties in my cognitive ability to process complex issues, hence, I was slower in development. As a result, I was often a victim of bullying growing up and suffered quietly, which meant I kept a lot of emotional wounds in me. 

When I came to know Life Community, I was grieving over the sudden death of my father. The staff and volunteers at Life Community stepped in to help. They were very kind. They provided weekly mentoring sessions to process, heal and manage my emotions, as well as counselling on good life choices. One of them even became like a father figure to me.

Life Community also arranged for a volunteer, who was a retired teacher, to tutor me one on one. My foundation in English was so weak that I had to start off reading books meant for 9-year-olds, even though I was 15 years old at that time.

He taught me the basics, grammar, sentence construction, and new words. He was very patient with me and travelled from Telok Kurau (East of Singapore) to Telok Blangah Rise (South-west of Singapore) every Tuesday afternoon to coach me.

After 2 years of perseverance, I saw a great improvement in my English scores. We were so happy we celebrated this breakthrough over pizza. I never thought this could be possible.

I’m able to be who I am today because of Life Community. To all the donors, volunteers, and staff, thank you for believing in me, showing me care and concern, walking with me in my most difficult moments and extending a helping hand to me. It would not have been possible without your help. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

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