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Medical Assistance 2025

Medical Assistance

Poverty and illness are often intertwined. A serious illness or accident can plunge a family into hardship, leading to a loss of financial stability. Through our Medical Assistance, Tzu Chi provides direct and timely support to families in need, offering patients stability and their loved ones peace of mind.

For long-term beneficiary families facing financial constraints, rising medical costs can outstrip government subsidies and allowances. In such cases, Tzu Chi steps in to bridge the gap. Beyond subsidising medical expenses, we also provide essential medical consumables such as adult diapers, stoma bags, and nutritional milk. Our island-wide volunteers sort and personally deliver these supplies monthly, bringing not just material aid, but also warmth and compassionate care.

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Types of Medical Assistance
  • Medical Consumables Subsidy
  • Day Care Fees Subsidy
  • Hepatitis C Medication Fees Subsidy (Referral via Halfway House)
  • HIV Medication Fees Subsidy (Referral via Hospital Social Worker)
  • Medical Transport Fees Subsidy (Referral via Hospital Social Worker)
  • Antenatal Check Fees Subsidy (Referral via Hospital Social Worker)
  • Interim Dialysis Assistance (IDA) (Referral via Hospital Social Worker)

Renal Support Programme

Every day, approximately six people in Singapore are diagnosed with kidney failure. For Singaporean Citizens and Permanent Residents facing financial difficulty, Tzu Chi offers timely support. We provide Interim Dialysis Assistance, subsidising treatment costs at private dialysis centres while they await long-term subsidised placement (this crucial aid can last up to six months).

Furthermore, Tzu Chi provides Dialysis Transport Fee Assistance for patients with mobility issues, ensuring they can travel smoothly to their appointments. Our volunteers also conduct monthly home visits, offering moral and psychosocial support, and extending further living assistance based on individual needs.

  • Interim Dialysis Assistance
  • Dialysis Transport Fee Assistance

Renal Dialysis Centre
Tzu Chi operates a dialysis centre in Buangkok, providing professional dialysis services alongside holistic physical, emotional, and spiritual support, helping to meet the increasing demand for these services.
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How to Apply for Medical Assistance
  1. For Social Workers or Social Service Agencies (SSA) Submit online [via link to Charity Services Porta]
  2. For Members of the Public
  • Submit Your Request: Please reach out to us via our online form, by phone, or in person.
  • Provide Documents: Kindly provide the necessary supporting documents for our verification process.
  • Submit Application Form: Please complete and submit the official application form
  • Home Visit: Our team will arrange a home visit to better understand your specific needs.
  • Review & Assessment: We will carefully review your application and inform you of the outcome.
  • Assistance Provided: Once approved, assistance will be provided in the form of material support or financial aid, based on the assessment.
  • Ongoing Care: Our team continues with monthly home visits and regular follow-ups to ensure you receive ongoing support.

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If you or someone you know could benefit from this programme, we welcome you to reach out to us:

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Apply by Phone: 6582 9958

Visit Us: Jing Si Hall, 9 Elias Road, Singapore 519937.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) services are popular among the Chinese community, especially in areas like Redhill, a community with a relatively high elderly population. Therefore, since November 2011, Tzu Chi Free Clinic (Singapore) started offering free TCM services such as consultation and acupuncture treatment from Monday to Friday to make full use of its space to meet local needs. The TCM clinical services are free for everyone regardless of religion and race. After serving the local community for more than a decade, the clinic was officially renamed Buddhist Tzu Chi TCM Free Clinic (Redhill) in October 2022.

Frequently asked questions

My family member was recently diagnosed with a medical condition. After paying for medical treatment, we are unable to afford medical consumables. How can we apply for help from Tzu Chi?
Thank you for your trust in Tzu Chi. Before submitting an application, please ensure your family member is open to receiving assistance and agrees to provide their personal information for follow-up. You may apply via our online form, by phone, or by visiting us in person(TBC).
I am not a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident and am unable to afford my medical expenses. May I still apply?
At present, Tzu Chi’s medical assistance programme is only open to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents.
I come from a low-income family and have just been diagnosed with kidney failure requiring haemodialysis. How do I apply for medical assistance from Tzu Chi?
Haemodialysis is a long-term treatment. Please approach your hospital’s medical social worker and request a referral to Tzu Chi. We will follow up with a home visit and assess your situation for appropriate support.
Can I volunteer with Tzu Chi to support families in need?

Yes. Every act of kindness makes a difference. We warmly welcome you to join our community of volunteers. To become a home visit volunteer, you’ll need to complete an orientation and training programme to prepare you to serve with empathy, respect, and confidence.

Click here to learn more about volunteer training.