Being one of the hottest picks by tourists, Tai O is a historic fishing village away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Located in the remote area with an ageing population, elderly living in Tai O lack resources and require assistance with their daily lives. Linde Materials Handling Hong Kong Limited volunteer team paid home visits to elderly living in stilt houses in Tai O and spread their love by presenting gift packs.

Organised by Y Silver Maker, the 3-day "50+ Vintage Fair" was held in 618 Shanghai Street in late October. Mr. Cheung Yick-lun, Alan, MH, Vice-Chairman of Social Enterprise Advisory Committee, Home and Youth Affairs Bureau; Ms. Siu Yuen Ting, Anna, Liaison Officer ofKowloon City District Office, Home Affairs Department; Ms. Kwan Wai Sze, Social Work Officer, Kowloon City & Yau Tsim Mong District Planning & Coordinating, Social Welfare Department; Ms. Akina Fong, the renowned media and public relations expert; Mr.

Affected by extreme weather last month, severe flooding happened in large area of Hong Kong, including the North District. YWCA reacted promptly to coordinate post-disaster solutions including comforting the flood victims and identifying their immediate needs, organising volunteer teams from different sectors, pleading for donation from corporations, and liaising with different government departments to coordinate all remedy work. Many responded to our calls and lent flood victims a helping hand.

Chevalier Group volunteer team visited elderly singletons and doubletons living in Tsing Yi in mid-Aug. Apart from sending gift packs, they paid attention to the physical condition and living environment of the elderly, and identified needs for health inspection and household appliances. 

Organised by YWCA Jockey Club Family Wellness Centre and funded by Lee Kum Kee Family Foundation, Picture book of my Grandparents Project aimed at promoting harmonious cross-generations relationship. The programme guided children to record the happy moments spent with their grandparents through writings and drawings, which finally turned into precious picture books to be given their grandparents as gift. 190 families joined the programme and finished making 209 picture books.

Funded by Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, Jockey Club “Plan & Go” Active Ageing Programme encourages young-olds to live a meaningful and happy retirement. Participants take part in innovative activities and expand their social network. Having discovered their talents and interests, they develop and achieve their retirement plans accordingly. 

Hong Kong Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) released a survey on women's exercise habits and health awareness ahead of International Women's Day on March 8th. The survey found that 95% of women do not meet the World Health Organization's recommended physical activity levels. Additionally, the survey found that women have insufficient health concern, with few undergoing regular gynecological check-ups, especially among grassroots women.

Every handicraft product comes with a heartwarming story! A group of old ladies enriched their retirement and found satisfaction in sharing their stories with handmade products. “Online Handmade Market” was then hosted to show people the talents of the old ladies and to raise fund for YWCA Jockey Club Y Evergreen Learning Centre. 

After a year of struggle to fight against COVID-19, people start to flock to the countryside to enjoy fresh air and relax. The hiking trail on Fu Shan is famous for its beautiful landscape and nicely preserved path, which make it an attractive option for a family day out. However, the environment has been spoiled by rubbish hikers left behind. To make the trail nice again, YWCA Y Eco Tour Tai O Cultural and Ecological Integrated Resource Centre recruited a few youth volunteers for a clean-up activity.

YWCA has been working with Hong Kong Elite Athletes Association (HKEAA) for years to organise "Together We Care", sponsored by the Hong Kong Jockey Club, to visit and bring gifts to the underprivileged. Although the event has been postponed by the unexpected pandemic, we are still keen to send love and care to the elders and grassroots.