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𝑳𝒆𝒖𝒌𝒆𝒎𝒊𝒂 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑳𝒚𝒎𝒑𝒉𝒐𝒎𝒂 𝑭𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 🧡💚
Supporting patients and families affected by blood cancers

Services:

Counselling (Individual / Family):

Our in-house counsellor provides emotional support to our beneficiaries and/or their family members to cope with anxiety, grief and loss, bereavement and other forms of emotional distresses that might arise from beneficiaries’ medical condition. Confidentiality is of utmost importance in all our counseling relationships. Counselling sessions are scheduled on an appointment basis and are conducted in our counseling room at the Foundation. Home visits are also offered as an alternative when beneficiaries are feeling too physically ill to travel to the Foundation for counselling. The in-house counselor will also conduct home visits to assess our beneficiaries’ coping capacities in their home environment, family dynamics and financial situation. If needed, the counsellor can link the beneficiaries to other resources in the community. Beneficiaries’ Support Programme:

Beneficiaries’ Support Programme is a service by Leukemia and Lymphoma Foundation for our beneficiaries who are newly diagnosed or suffering a relapse of their medical condition. The support and friendship that the beneficiaries receive from their befrienders will help them to build resilience and strengthen their inner resources so that they are better equipped to withstand the negative emotions and/or doubts which may arise during their treatment period prior to remission. Each befriending relationship will be unique as befrienders will be specially matched with the beneficiaries according to their life experiences and/or backgrounds. Befrienders will be from diverse backgrounds and they will be volunteers who are above 21 years of age, have a heart for our beneficiaries and enjoy befriending them. Befrienders are required to have a basic certification in counselling. LLF will work hand-in-hand with the befrienders to provide training that will equip the befrienders with skills to build strong befriending relationships with their beneficiaries. Prior to the start of a befriending relationship, all befrienders are required to attend a briefing cm training session. Support groups and on-going training during the befriending process will be provided to help befrienders have more meaningful sessions with their beneficiaries. This in turn gives befrienders valuable learning opportunities for their own personal development. In the long run, this programme can be extended to non-beneficiaries.

06/10/2026

CML Patient Forum 2026

Last Saturday, we were pleased to bring our community together for a meaningful CML Patient Forum at Academia, SGH.

The forum provided an opportunity for patients, caregivers and members of the blood cancer community to learn, connect and share experiences in a supportive environment.

We were honoured to have A/Prof. Charles Chuah share his expertise and insights on Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML), helping participants better understand their condition and the importance of ongoing care.

We were also grateful to Senior Music Therapist Ms. Stephanie Chan, who shared how music therapy can support emotional well-being and bring moments of comfort and connection throughout the cancer journey. 🎵

A heartfelt thank you to our speakers, participants, caregivers, volunteers and everyone who helped make the forum possible. Your presence and participation continue to strengthen our blood cancer community.

At the Leukemia & Lymphoma Foundation, we remain committed to supporting patients and caregivers through education, connection and compassionate care. ❤️

02/10/2026

We hope you enjoyed our Blood Cancer Awareness Month Factsheet Series! ♥️

Throughout the month, we’ve shared facts and information to help raise awareness and encourage greater understanding of blood cancers.

Thank you for following along, learning with us, and helping us spread awareness. Every conversation helps build greater understanding and support for those affected by blood cancer.

Together, let’s continue to raise awareness, share knowledge, and support the blood cancer community.

02/10/2026

BLOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

We hope you enjoyed our series of factsheets throughout September and that they helped provide light insights into blood cancers, their treatment and the challenges faced by patients and their families.

Cancer treatment can be a long and difficult journey. Treatment such as chemotherapy — and, for some patients, a stem cell transplant — can cost between S$100,000 and S$300,000. For many families, these expenses may come at the same time as a loss of income during months of treatment and recovery.

Through LLF's Programmes, we provide treatment subsidies to needy Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents receiving care at public hospitals. Patients are referred to us by hospital medical social workers and means-tested to ensure that support reaches those who need it most.

Beyond financial assistance, we support the blood cancer community through patient education, access to relevant specialists, plain-language factsheets, and the development of peer-support groups for patients and caregivers.

None of this would be possible without the generosity of our donors and supporters.

Whether it is S$100 or S$10,000, every contribution helps us continue supporting blood cancer patients and their families through their treatment journey.

If you would like to support our work, you can donate at:
https://friends.llf.org.sg/LLF/BCMain/formio.htm?formid=DonPG

Thank you for standing with the blood cancer community — not just during Blood Cancer Awareness Month, but throughout the year.

02/10/2026

Hello, October!

A new month brings new opportunities to connect, learn, and take meaningful steps towards wellbeing together.

This October, Leukemia & Lymphoma Foundation (LLF) is pleased to bring our blood cancer community a range of meaningful activities—from our Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) Patient Forum and Blood Cancer Support Group to a relaxing Walk at Gardens by the Bay.

Whether you're looking to learn more about your condition, find support and encouragement, or simply spend some time outdoors with others in the community, we hope these activities provide opportunities to connect, share, and stay engaged.

We look forward to seeing you this month! ❤️

25/09/2026

BLOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

Most blood cancers don’t form a lump. That’s why there’s no routine screening — and why knowing the signs matters.

Unlike breast, colon or cervical cancer, there’s no mammogram or routine screening test for most blood cancers. They usually don’t form a solid tumour you can feel or scan for — they live in the blood, bone marrow and lymphatic system.

So the early-warning system is you. Watch for symptoms that are persistent and unexplained:
• Tiredness that doesn’t improve with rest
• Easy bruising or bleeding, frequent nosebleeds
• Repeated infections or fevers
• Drenching night sweats
• Swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpit or groin
• Unexplained weight loss or bone pain

Each of these is common and usually harmless — but if they persist or come together, see a doctor. Early diagnosis makes a difference.

Knowing the signs saves lives — and so does making sure that, once diagnosed, a patient can afford to finish treatment and required a plenty of social & emotional support. If you’d like to help with that, you can donate at https://friends.llf.org.sg/LLF/BCMain/formio.htm?formid=DonPG

21/09/2026

BLOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

Have you heard of MPNs?

Most people can name Leukemia. Far fewer have heard of myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs) — a group of rare, chronic blood cancers in which the bone marrow makes too many of one or more types of blood cell.

There are three main types: polycythaemia vera (too many red cells), essential thrombocythaemia (too many platelets) and myelofibrosis (scarring of the bone marrow). Most are linked to an acquired gene change, not to anything inherited or anything the patient did.

Many people have no symptoms at first — an MPN is often picked up on a routine blood test. When symptoms do appear, they are easy to put down to stress or age: persistent tiredness, headaches or dizziness, night sweats, itching after a warm shower, bone pain, or a feeling of fullness under the left ribs. The main risk is blood clots, which is why treatment focuses on keeping blood counts under control.

MPNs are usually lifelong. That means years of appointments, medication and monitoring — and for many families, a cost that doesn't stop.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Foundation provides treatment subsidies to needy patients at public hospitals, along with psychosocial support, counselling and a peer support group for patients and caregivers.

Our plain-language MPN factsheet is in the carousel below. And if you'd like to help a patient stay on treatment for the long haul, you can donate at https://friends.llf.org.sg/LLF/BCMain/formio.htm?formid=DonPG

21/09/2026

🌿 Do you know where this hidden green oasis is? 🏙️

Join us for an Easy Walk and discover this stunning urban jungle right in the heart of the city!

🗓️ Date: 23 September 2026 (Wed)
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Meeting Point: Shenton Way MRT (TE19), Exit 5

Stretch your legs, enjoy a leisurely stroll, and come find out the mystery location with us! 🚶‍♂️✨

📲 Limited spots available! Tap the link below to sign up now or scan the QR code in the flyer:
👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/fqWe6LdpUA

18/09/2026

BLOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

MDS — Myelodysplastic Syndrome: When the bone marrow makes blood cells that don’t mature. Some cases can develop into Leukemia.

Here’s one most people have never heard of. Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) is a group of disorders in which the bone marrow makes blood cells that don’t mature properly. The result is too few healthy red cells, white cells or platelets — and in some cases, MDS can develop into acute myeloid leukemia. That’s why it’s sometimes called a “pre-leukemia”.

Many people have no symptoms at first — MDS is often picked up on a routine blood test. When symptoms do appear they are easy to overlook: tiredness that doesn’t go away, breathlessness on mild exertion, pale skin, frequent infections, or easy bruising and bleeding. If these persist, ask your doctor for a blood test.

Some people with MDS stay stable for years with monitoring and supportive care. Others need transfusions, medication or a stem cell transplant. LLF supports MDS patients alongside those with leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma — our plain-language MDS factsheet is here.

For some people, that means regular blood transfusions for years. If you’d like to help an MDS patient keep going and improve their quality of life, you can donate at https://friends.llf.org.sg/LLF/BCMain/formio.htm?formid=DonPG

16/09/2026

❤️ September Activities Update

The health and well-being of our LLF community will always be our priority.

In view of the current haze situation in Singapore, we’ve made some adjustments to our September activities to ensure that our blood cancer patients, survivors and caregivers can continue to participate in our programmes safely and comfortably.

Here’s our updated schedule for the rest of September:

📅 23 Sept – Easy Walk @ One Green Heart
📅 26 Sept – World Lymphoma Awareness Day

Thank you for your understanding as we make these changes with the well-being of our community in mind. We look forward to staying connected with you this September. ❤️

Please save and share this updated schedule with your LLF friends and family!

16/09/2026

BLOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

Ask most people to name a blood cancer and they’ll say Leukemia. Far fewer have heard of Myeloma — yet it’s the second most common blood cancer, affecting more than 100 patients in Singapore every year.

Myeloma is a cancer of the plasma cells in the bone marrow, and it mostly affects people aged 55 and above, men slightly more than women. Its signs are easy to put down to “just getting older”: persistent bone pain (often in the back or ribs), tiredness and breathlessness, repeated infections and fevers. That’s exactly why it’s so often picked up late.

If an older family member has bone pain and fatigue that won’t go away, encourage them to get checked.

Here’s the fact sheet on Myeloma.

Myeloma treatment often continues for years, and many patients & caregiver required support psychosocially and peer support to increase their quality of life.

If you’d like to help one of them keep going, you can donate at https://friends.llf.org.sg/LLF/BCMain/formio.htm?formid=DonPG

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