YWCA is proud to have received dual accolades in “The 7th Hong Kong Ten Outstanding Community Services Award” presented by Lions Clubs International District 303 – Hong Kong & Macao, China. The two recongised projects - “Smart Hub - Telecare Project for Rural Villagers of North District” (“Smart Hub”) and “Muppet Show - Healing with Pleasure” (“Muppet Show”) – focused respectively on physical and mental well-being of the elderly, exemplified the Association’s holistic and thoughtful approach to elderly care. 

YWCA and DBS Bank (Hong Kong) have teamed up to launch a series of volunteer initiatives, weaving a mutual support network that connects corporate volunteers with diverse groups in society. These journeys of community care go far beyond one-off services, but form a complete cycle - from preparation to implementation, learning to teaching – cultivating a culture of compassion within the community.

We light up the lamp for illumination. Light also represents hope which leads you to the way out of darkness. Union Enterprises gave back to the community by organising visit to YWCA Mr. & Mrs. C.F. Tao Neighbourhood Elderly Centre. The volunteers and elderly worked together to make Turkish mosaic glass lamps with colourful glass pieces. 

YWCA is committed to enhancing the wellness of the elderly and promoting innovative services. The Association garnered a number of awards at the “Opportunities for the Elderly Project 2023/24” (OEP) organised by the Social Welfare Department lately. “Muppet Show - Healing with Pleasure” implemented by Wan Wah Care and Attention Home for the Elderly was the champion among the two-year projects. Ming Yue District Elderly Community Centre’s "Abundant Life Project" won the second runner-up and a creative award in the same category.

The Association was glad to be invited to participate in AS Watson Project LOL Elderly Visit again, to share love with 2,000 elderly living across the territory. YWCA's Deputy Chief Executive Ms. Emily Lee joined Mr. Dominic Lai, Chairman of AS Watson Group, Dr. Malina Ngai, Group CEO of AS Watson Group and representatives from other participating companies and organisations, to kick off the visit and cheer for the volunteers.

YWCA has started operating Jockey Club Carer Space in Tsing Yi, Sheung Shui and Sai Wan Ho respectively since March this year. They adopt a carer-centric approach to provide appropriate services to carers. Professor Patrick Nip, Convenor of the Advisory Committee of the Jockey Club Carer Space Project, accompanied by Ms. Yvonne Yeung, Chief Executive of YWCA and Mr.

“Railway 101” was jointly organised by MTR Academy and the Hong Kong Island Elder Academies Cluster, operated by YWCA. 40 elder participants acquired basic knowledge of the railways and enhanced their safety awareness when riding on the MTR. They became "Caring Ambassadors" at the end of the programme and promoted safe and smart mobility.

Verinteers (Volunteers of Verint) invited children from the grassroots living in Sham Shui Po to join a baking class and make chocolate cakes together. They also prepared pastry for grassroots elderly. All children, elderly and Verinteers had a wonderful afternoon.

Many senior citizens prefer sticking to their own community and rarely have the opportunity to go out. Thanks to Shui On Seagull Club for organising a one-day trip which allowed grassroots elderly to explore North District. They visited different tourist attractions and enjoyed a delicious veggie meal with the volunteers. The participants spent a meaningful and wonderful weekend together.