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照顧者長時間照顧家人，往往承受沉重的壓力，缺乏足夠的喘息時間。香港聖公會福利協會於 2024 年 7 月至 8 月期間進行「自我關懷狀況」問卷調查，收集共1,079 份有效問卷，旨在了解照顧者自我關顧程度（Me-time）與照顧壓力的關聯性，及探討照顧者的服務需要，以協助社會各界規劃適切的支援服務，並提升大眾對照顧者需要的關注。   照顧時間長 照顧者壓力指數偏高 調查顯示，有 8 成受訪者為 60 歲或以上，以老護老情況令人關注。有過半受訪者的照顧年期逾 5 年以上，反映不少照顧者需長期肩負照顧責任。近 4 成受訪照顧者每日需要提供至少 8 小時的照顧。高達 8 成受訪照顧者表示照顧壓力偏高，當中有 22%受訪者表示完全沒有 Me-time；即使是有 Me-time 的受訪者，亦有近 3 成表示 Me-time 不足夠。調查亦發現，Me-time 的時間與壓力程度密切相關，有 Me-time 的受訪者的照顧壓力明顯比沒有 Me-time 的受訪者為低。   照顧者冀短暫「放下」照顧工作 享受外出 Me-time 調查發現 ， 未能放下照顧責任 （40%） 及社區內的服務未能配合照顧者需要 （31%）是導致照顧者未能享受 Me-time 的兩大主因。調查亦發現，近 4 成受訪照顧者希望有服務支援他們外出活動；其次是希望有到戶看顧及家務助理服務（25%）和特定處所多種形式暫託服務（19%）。至於 Me-time 的活動選擇，最多受訪者希望可以去旅行（30%），其次是參與運動或遊戲（19%）和進行社交活動（17%）。   照顧者 Kitman 五年前因母親患上認知障礙症，而辭職成為全職照顧者，全身心肩負照顧者責任，期間承受巨大壓力，令自己身體不適而入院， 「壓力大到真係想死」 。她表示家人不理解照顧者的壓力，令她不敢傾訴，而照顧母親的過程也讓她感到力不從心，身心俱疲。幸在香港聖公會慈光堂長者鄰舍中心社工的鼓勵下，Kitman 開始參與中心活動，並使用中心資源，讓自己有喘息的機會。最近，Kitman 開始放下部份照顧者責任，得以保留部份私人時間，除了心情變得輕鬆，她與母親的關係亦有所改善。 Kitman 的經歷突顯了支援服務對照顧者的重要性，以及 Me-time 能有效舒緩壓力，改善照顧者和被照顧者的關係。   參考以上調查結果，福利協會就照顧者服務提出以下建議：   ⚫ 推廣 Me-time 理念 強調照顧者關顧自己身心需要的重要性 鼓勵照顧者在日常生活中定期安排 Me-time，並建立後備照顧者網絡，預備多位家人、朋友或鄰居作為後備照顧者，在有需要時分擔照顧責任，減輕主要照顧者的負擔；及推動照顧者生涯規劃，規劃照顧歷程及未來生活，與照顧者探索其身份與照顧責任   ⚫ 加強宣傳及優化照顧者服務 提供及積極宣傳更多元化、彈性及個別化的服務，例如到戶看顧、家務助理、日間或住宿暫託服務，建立照顧者的信心，讓照顧者有喘息空間   ⚫ 推動社區共同承擔照顧責任 發展及鞏固鄰舍支援網絡，鼓勵社區持份者以多元化方式支援照顧者，例如提供暫託看顧服務，建立照顧者友善社區   ⚫ 關注在職照顧者需要 推動政商民三方協作，建立照顧者友善的工作環境，協助照顧者平衡工作和照顧責任   福利協會助理總幹事黃翠恩指：「希望透過是次調查，更了解照顧者的需要，鼓勵照顧者關注自己身心健康，愛家人先愛自己，錫自己先至撑得起；同時，我們呼籲社區各界別及政商民一起支持照顧者，推動建立照顧者友善社區，令照顧者透透氣，感到照顧路上一點甜。」

We have recently become aware of suspected fraudulent activities online, where messages offering "rewards for donations of HK$30" are being used to collect personal data.   We hereby clarify that our Council has not collaborated with any group or organisation to conduct any fundraising activities offering rewards for donations. We have immediately launched an investigation to ensure that all donations and personal information submitted directly through our official website are handled and protected with the utmost care and confidentiality.   We urge the public to remain vigilant and ensure the security of their personal data. If you suspect you have been a victim of fraud, please contact the "Anti-Scam Helpline 18222" or report it to the police.   Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council LimitedNovember 14, 2024

香港聖公會福利協會（下稱「福利協會」）將於10月17日至12月10日舉行「慈善獎券2024」，透過發售慈善獎券及慈善義賣，籌集善款以拓展多項社區服務，支援更多弱勢人士。   首次與本地插畫師合作推出義賣精品 今年福利協會邀請了本地人氣插畫師Oh Mankee設計以HOKO飛天貓為主題的精美慈善獎券，更首度作聯乘，推出一系列HOKO飛天貓義賣精品，包括毛公仔（$150/隻）、帆布袋（$80/個）及文件夾（$20/個）。Oh Mankee 是2022LIMITS亞洲數碼藝術極限挑戰賽的總決賽和香港區冠軍，其原創、本土、以HOng KOng命名的HOKO飛天貓充滿活力與溫暖，恰如福利協會一般，致力傳遞愛與正能量。   首設電子獎券及電子義賣平台 福利協會更首次加入AlipayHK平台，公眾可在網上購買獎券及義賣物品。除上述HOKO飛天貓精品外，亦有本地經典品牌「鯉魚門．紹香園」贊助的慈善雞蛋餅（$50/包）義賣，令行善更方便。   善長購買義賣物品後，更可參與「『同心同行』慈善轉贈計劃」，福利協會會將物品轉贈予低收入家庭兒童及其他有需要人士，延續愛心，亦為基層兒童帶來歡樂。   善款支援弱勢社群 福利協會自2015年開始舉辦慈善獎券籌款活動，持續向聖公會群體提供服務資源，善款將分配予「聖公會中風復康慈惠基金」（下稱「基金」）、「小學輔導服務」、「護慰天使服務」、「聖公會聖約瑟堂暨社會服務中心」、「心意行動」及其他服務，為有需要人士提供中風復康治療、輔導服務、喪親支援、緊急援助等。   13歲的昊仔原本在球場上揮灑汗水，卻因一場突如其來的中風，導致左半身無法動彈。其身體狀況加上高昂的復康費用，令本身已有財政壓力的家人心力交瘁。徬徨無助之際，幸得基金伸出援手，提供經濟援助，讓昊仔把握寶貴的「黃金復康期」，到張國亮伉儷安老服務大樓接受專業的復康治療，現正逐漸恢復身體機能。（按此觀看影片）   現誠邀社會各界踴躍支持慈善獎券，慷慨解囊，讓愛心匯聚，將為如昊仔般的有需要人士，在困境中帶來一道曙光，為更多人帶來希望。   「慈善獎券2024」詳情 活動時期：2024年10月17日至12月10日下午6時獎劵售價：每張$20，每張附有現金代用券及抽獎（共70份獎品，大獎為價值約7萬港幣的黃金2兩） 協會網上銷售平台：bit.ly/3ZQcvnx

The Chief Executive delivered the 2024 Policy Address on 16 October, themed "Reform for Enhancing Development and Building Our Future Together". The address covered a wide range of areas, including childcare, youth development, elderly care, poverty alleviation, housing, inclusion, and carer support, demonstrating the Chief Executive's determination and commitment to economic development and improving the well-being of the public.   The Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council (the Welfare Council) supports the reform direction and related measures outlined in the Policy Address and will align its services with the Government's policy direction. The Welfare Council would like to provide the following responses regarding social welfare matters:   Supporting the Development of Primary Healthcare The Welfare Council strongly supports the Government's comprehensive review of the healthcare system, particularly the repositioning and redefinition of the roles and responsibilities of the Hospital Authority, Department of Health, and Primary Healthcare Commission. We believe this will be conducive to the development of primary healthcare in Hong Kong and promote health and disease prevention. We are grateful that the Chief Executive visited our Wong Tai Sin District Health Centre (DHC) and the PHARM+ Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Community Pharmacy(Community Pharmacy), initiated and funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, before delivering the Policy Address. This visit provided him with valuable insights into the importance of close collaboration between the two in developing primary healthcare. The Community Pharmacy provides personalised free medication consultations, medication assessments, and minor ailment consultations etc. Community pharmacists offer health advice and appropriate referrals as needed, effectively helping the public access reliable and affordable primary healthcare drugs. This contributes to raising public awareness of medication management and promoting safe medication practices.   District Health Centres and Community Pharmacies: Key Hubs for Primary Healthcare The Welfare Council supports the Policy Address's proposal to expand the "Chronic Disease Co-Care Pilot Scheme" to include lipid checks in addition to the existing blood pressure and blood glucose assessments. This demonstrates the effectiveness of DHCs in chronic disease management. Furthermore, we support integrating Woman Health Centres and Elderly Health Centres into DHCs and suggest incorporating the Whole School Health Programme into DHCs. Coupled with close collaboration with Community Pharmacies, this will help establish DHCs as key hubs for primary healthcare development. We believe that a primary healthcare system centred around DHCs will effectively improve public health and disease prevention awareness, making Hong Kong a vibrant and healthy city and a valuable reference for other regions implementing primary healthcare.   Supporting the Development of Chinese Medicine The Welfare Council applauds the imminent completion of Hong Kong's first Chinese Medicine Hospital and the expansion of integrated Chinese-Western medicine services to cover respiratory diseases, knee osteoarthritis, and cancer care programme. We hope that the Government will provide Chinese medicine outreach services to elderly care homes and rehabilitation centresafter the Chinese Medicine Hospital commences operation, facilitating access to appropriate Chinese medicine services for the elderly and people with disabilities.   Supporting the Introduction of “Basic Housing Units”Regulations and Strengthen Supervision The Welfare Council welcomes the Government's decision to address the issue of subdivided flats through legislation. We hope that the introduction of a tenancy control and registration system for "Basic Housing Units" will improve the living environment and ensure the safety of inadequately housed household. Regarding the current supply of Light Public Housing and Transitional Housing, we suggest that the Government flexibly adjust the eligibility criteria (the ratio of Category A and Category B applicants) to meet diverse housing needs and utilise housing resources more effectively.   Welcoming the Extension of the “Pilot Programme on Community Living Room” The Welfare Council welcomes the extension of the "Pilot Programme on Community Living Room" (CLR) and suggests extending them to other communities with a high concentration of subdivided flats in the long run. We also hope that the number of CLR will be determined by the distribution of subdivided flats, ensuring they are within a 15-minute walk of residents for improvedaccessibility. In the Hung Hom CLR operated by the Welfare Council, we will also align with the policy direction by connecting members with DHCs and addressing their mental health needs.   Recommending “Child Mental Health Vouchers” The Welfare Council supports the Government's efforts to strengthen collaboration between medical, educational, and social services to promote mental well-being. This includes formulating a stepped care model for mental health, raising public awareness of mental health, and establishing a "Transitional Support Service Teams for Persons in Mental Recovery". We agree on the importance of preventative measures, particularly for children. We suggest exploring collaboration with private psychiatrists to offer more affordable fees or subsidies and issuing "Child Mental Health Vouchers" to eligible children suspected of having mental health issues to encourage and expedite their access to treatment.   Supporting Enhanced Youth Development The Welfare Council welcomes the Government’s initiatives to establish a "Youth Post" hostel at the Kai Tak Community Isolation Facility and enhance youth career planning, recognising the significance of youth development. We believe that quality services should be the primary consideration in youth work, as young people need dedicated time and guidance to achieve positive life transformations, which is the ultimate goal of youth development.   Supporting Enhanced Interpretation and Translation Services for Ethnic Minorities The Welfare Council welcomes the Government's plan to increase the number of support service centres for ethnic minorities, providing interpretation and translation services. We also suggest that the Government enhance support for the employment needs of overseas professionals and highly educated individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds, assisting them in findingsuitable jobs to fully utilise their potential. Furthermore, considering the difficulties faced by elderly ethnic minorities in accessing services due to language and cultural barriers, we suggest establishing integrated service centres for elderly ethnic minorities in Yau TsimMong and Yuen Long, where ethnic minorities are concentrated.   Supporting Further Development of Carer Support Services Providing adequate support for carers is crucial. The Welfare Council welcomes the Government's plan to extend the "Pilot Scheme on Supporting Elderly and Carers" to all 18 districts and establish a cross-professional, cross-organisational carer database, alongwith tools for early identification of high-risk cases. We also suggest that the Government enhance respite services and provide flexible funding to allow carers to choose services that meet their needs, reducing their burden and improving their quality of life.   Supporting Enhanced Labour Training and UtilisingVacant School Premises The Welfare Council supports the reformation of the Employees Retraining Board, removing the academic qualification cap, increasing the number of training places, and strengthening collaboration with tertiary institutions and leading enterprises. We also suggest increasing retraining resources for middle-aged and elderly individuals, enabling them to continue contributing to society. Regarding the Government's plan to use vacant school premises as training bases, we suggest opening applications to non-governmental organisations beyond trade unions, including the Welfare Council, given our extensive training experience, particularly in the care service sector This will provide service users with more choices and stimulate the labourmarket.   Supporting the Promotion of National Security The Welfare Council supports the Government's efforts to promote national security education in the community. Over the next year, we will organise approximately 10,000 members from our service units to visit theNational Security Exhibition Gallery at the Hong Kong Museum of History through the "National Security Supported by Thousands of Members" campaign to enhance their national identity and awareness of national security.   Conclusion This year’s Policy Address demonstrates the Chief Executive’s remarkable vision, encompassing not only the driving of reform and economic development but also a prioritization of public well-being and the creating of a brighter future for Hong Kong. The proposed initiatives demonstrate the government’s commitment to a holistic approach to social and livelihood policies, catering to the needs of all ages. This injects new impetus into the operation and future development of social welfare organisations. The Welfare Council will closely monitor and adapt to policy developments, provide timely feedback, and collaborate with all sectors to build a better and more harmonious Hong Kong.

由福利協會營運的元朗東頭過渡性房屋項目「同心村」，再次榮獲建築界的矚目獎項—2024年度優質建築大獎。該獎項自2002年創立以來，一直是建築界的權威獎項，旨在表彰在設計、技術和可持續發展方面均表現卓越的建築項目。「同心村」是政、商、民三方合作的成果，由新鴻基地產發展有限公司以$1象徵式租金借出土地；政府除撥款資助興建費外，更積極協調各部門加快程序，房屋政策亦隨著營運情況「拆牆鬆綁」；福利協會則負責項目營運。項目秉承「以人為本」的設計理念，結合環保技術應用和多元化的社會服務，獲得了評審團的高度評價，最終奪得臨時建築物類別的最高榮譽，成為全港首個獲此獎項的過渡性房屋目。   設計以人為本 結合環保與創新 「同心村」採用「組裝合成建築法」（MiC），在確保工程質量和效率的同時，減少對環境的影響。項目由八座四層高的住宅大樓組成，建築外觀設計簡約和諧，營造出溫馨舒適的居住環境。在建設過程中，「同心村」積極加入環保技術，村內不但設有雨水收集系統、節能照明設備等環保設施，還安裝了太陽能板為公共設施提供可再生能源，實現可持續發展。   打造宜居社區 為居民締造安穩的「家」 「同心村」不僅提供舒適居住環境，還配備多項社區設施，包括綜合社會服務大樓、便利店、自助洗衣閣、社區廚房、社企速剪店、大廣場、社區園圃和環保回收站等設施，為居民的日常生活和休閒需求提供支援。村內更精心設計不同休憩空間，包括健身房、兒童樂園、派對房間、休閒咖啡室，促進鄰里互動與娛樂，營造歸屬感。   「同心村」更引入福利協會首創的「八大康健指標」，針對科技應用、健康意識、情緒管理等方面提供支援，幫助居民建立正向生活模式，促進身心靈健康。自投入服務以來，不少居民表示在「同心村」建立了安穩的「家」，生命得以轉化，甚至主動成為義工，盡己所能回饋社區。   福利協會總幹事劉冼靜儀女士表示：「此次獲獎是對「同心村」團隊不懈努力的肯定，在此衷心感謝福利協會各單位在項目發展過程中提供的種種支援，以及聖公會堂、校、社服三方的緊密協作。當中更有賴政府、新鴻基地產、承建商及則師的支持及參與，我們將繼續秉承「以人為本」的理念，積極回應社會需求，精益求精，為居民提供更優質的服務，並為推動社會福祉貢獻力量。」

福利協會於10月5日舉行「慶祝國慶 75周年暨香港特別行政區成立 27 周年—萬千會員撐國安」項目啟動禮。由即日起至2025年9月期間，福利協會約一萬名屬下單位會員將到香港歷史博物館國家安全展覽廳參觀和學習，以提升對國家的認同和對國安的重視。勞工及福利局局長孫玉菡先生致辭時表示：「很高興見到『萬千會員撐國安』能將國家安全概念融入生活和社區之中。福利協會是一間大型社福機構，相信活動在社福界有著標竿性的影響，期望活動取得空前成功。祝祖國昌盛，繁榮穩定。」香港聖公會福利協會董事會及執行委員會主席李國棟醫生在致辭時表示︰「中華人民共和國自成立以來，一直在經濟、文化、科技等各方面為香港提供堅實的後盾。《香港國安法》已實施四年，是維護香港長治久安的基石。有國才有家，福利協會作為一個社福機構，更有責任去推動社會的和諧與穩定，故特舉辦首個由社會服務機構組織的大型國安宣導活動，以孕育市民對國家的熱愛和支持，讓愛國精神扎根社會，深植民心。」部分主禮嘉賓與 200 名會率先參與香港歷史博物館國家安全展覽廳導賞活動。其中一位聖公會聖匠堂長者中心會員謝女士在參與導賞活動後指：「參觀國家安全展覽廳後，我更認識中華人民共和國的歷史，也更了解到國家對香港的支持。香港的穩定與繁榮與國家的支持息息相關。展覽讓我更深入了解國安法的重要性，增強了我的愛國情懷，亦更明白維護國家安全是每個市民的責任。」 主禮嘉賓名單：1. 香港特別行政區勞工及福利局局長 孫玉菡先生，JP2. 全國政協委員、香港聖公會教省主教長 陳謳明大主教3. 中央人民政府駐香港特別行政區聯絡辦公室社會工作部副部長 周和博士4. 香港聖公會福利協會 董事會及執行委員會主席 李國棟醫生，G.B.S.，CStJ，J.P.5. 全國政協委員、香港聖公會福利協會 董事會及執行委員會副主席 管浩鳴法政牧師，BBS，OStJ，JP6. 敏華控股有限公司執行董事、中國人民政治協商會議天津市第十五屆委員會委員 黃影影女士，MH7. 香港聖公會福利協會總幹事 劉冼靜儀女士