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Elderly
Is there any programme/scheme to support the medical expense of elderly?
Health Care Vouchers are a government subsidy program for healthcare services, similar in principle to education vouchers, with a "money-following-the-person" policy. The government will distribute medical vouchers to eligible residents, who can freely choose qualified healthcare service p ...
Where can I lend or purchase the rehabilitation aids?
In Hong Kong, there are several self-financing institutions that provide rental or purchase services for various types of rehabilitation equipment, such as walking frames, wheelchairs, and more. You can also choose to purchase from private companies.You can use the search function on this page, sele ...
Where can I buy drugs in reasonable price?
Some elderly people need to take prescribed medicines due to long-term illnesses, but public hospitals may not be able to provide relevant medicines. Patients and caregivers need to buy them in the market and bear the expensive cost of medicines. Some non-profit organizations in Hong Kong have set u ...
What should I concern on choosing the nutrition products for elderly?
There are different types of nutritional products available on the market, each with different purposes and characteristics. You can refer to the following Consumer Council's introduction to nutritional products as a reference to choose the appropriate product. ...
Is there any fund to support the deprived person for their funeral expenses?
The following non-profit-making organizations provide financial support related to funerals. Generally, the deceased must be a non-CSSA recipient during his lifetime (because CSSA provides support for funeral expenses), and the family members must also pass a financial test, and Referral by social w ...
Elderly Centers In The Community
District Elderly Center/Neighborhood Center is a community support service for the elderly at the district level. Its purpose is to help the elderly live a healthy, respected and dignified life in the community, and to encourage the elderly to actively participate and contribute to society.
