St Luke's Hospital, Singapore

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St Luke's Hospital, Singapore is a community hospital located in Singapore. It was established in 1996 with the aim of providing high-quality healthcare services to the elderly and needy. The hospital is named after Saint Luke, the patron saint of physicians and surgeons, reflecting its commitment to the medical profession.

History[edit | edit source]

St Luke's Hospital was founded by a group of Christian churches and organizations in response to the growing need for healthcare services for the elderly in Singapore. The hospital was officially opened on 18 August 1996 by then Deputy Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong.

Services[edit | edit source]

St Luke's Hospital provides a wide range of services including rehabilitation, dementia care, palliative care, day care services and home care services. The hospital also offers respite care for caregivers who need a break from their caregiving duties.

Facilities[edit | edit source]

The hospital has a capacity of 243 beds and is equipped with modern facilities such as a rehabilitation centre, a day care centre, and a dementia ward. It also has a chapel for spiritual support and a rooftop garden for therapeutic activities.

Achievements[edit | edit source]

St Luke's Hospital has received several awards for its services. In 2011, it was awarded the Singapore Health Quality Service Award for its outstanding healthcare services. In 2013, it received the Singapore HEALTH (Helping Employees Achieve Life-Time Health) Award for its efforts in promoting a healthy lifestyle among its employees.

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