Food Angel- Food Rescue & Food Assistance Program

Story of Uncle Chui

When we entered Uncle Chui’s home, he was sitting on the bed and trying to put on his socks. Even though Uncle Chui had tools to assist him, he still found it very difficult to put on his socks because of his age and vision loss. He spent almost ten minutes to put on his socks and shoes with the assistance of Food Angel’s social worker.

In the past, although Uncle Chui could not take care of himself, his wife could help prepare three meals for him. Almost a year ago, his neighbor introduced them Food Angel’s Food Rescue and Assistance Program. Since then, the couple’s living standard has improved a lot.

Unfortunately, Mrs Chui went to hospital due to illness few months ago. The doctor advised Mrs Chui to stay in a nursing home after she has recovered from her illness. Since then, Uncle Chui left alone at home, feeling despaired as he was long separated from his wife.

Uncle Chui said reluctantly, “If I could afford it, I would rather cook by myself. But now I could not event walk properly, how could I manage to buy food and cook?” Uncle Chui is very grateful to be one of the recipients of Food Angel’s Food Assistance Program. He would also like to express his special thankfulness to the Outreach Angel Team’s support and care during his difficult time.

Since January 2014, our Outreach Angel Team has delivered hot meals to Mr Chui’s home on a daily basis and help him to solve other basic needs. As of March 2015, Outreach Angel serves 112 households in need on a daily basis.