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Women of Strength
Women of Strength, Stories of Hope aims to tell the stories of widows who have inspired others through their grit and courage, in rising above the challenges of loss. These stories aim to rekindle hope in the bereaved, and to encourage them to move on in life with meaning and purpose.
From the many entries that were submitted, 19 outstanding ones and a personal sharing by our spokesperson, Ms Joyce Han, have been included. This book contains many inspiring stories of widows from different backgrounds.
Strength to Live – Healing Journeys for the Widowed
by Sally Chia with Anthony Yeo
Losing a spouse is a painful experience, accompanied by grief that often defies comprehension. Yet, healing does come with some understanding of the process of grief, appreciation of the healing journey and resilience in adapting to life without the spouse. In this book, lessons are gleaned from interviews with over 30 widows and widowers to offer hope and healing for the widowed.
Please click on the link “Contact Us” to request for a free copy (Available in English and Mandarin versions 中文版本 ).
Grief Resources
In collaboration with National Library Board (NLB), a list of grief resources was curated to help our members in their healing journey. Please click on the link for the complete list. Titles are provided with support from the National Reading Movement to help our members in their healing journey. For more reading materials, do check out the NLB Mobile app.
Reach Out Contacts
- Besides grief support for the widow and their children, you can get other forms of support from a Family Service Centre (FSC) near you.
You can search for the nearest FSC through MSF Family Service Centres Directory
- Samaritans of Singapore (SOS)
Hotline: 1767 (24 hours)
WhatsApp CareText: 9151 1767
Provides confidential emotional support for grief, distress, loneliness and crisis situations.
Website: Samaritans of Singapore - Institute of Mental Health (IMH) Mental Health Helpline
Hotline: 6389 2222 (24 hours)
Crisis support and referrals for counselling and mental health services.
Website: Institute of Mental Health - Mindline 1771
Hotline: 1771 (24 hours)
National mental health support line providing emotional support and referrals.
Website: mindline.sg
- Public Trustee’s Office – Help with unclaimed CPF, insurance, and intestacy matters. Free basic advice.
Tel: 1800-2255-529 | Website: pto.mlaw.gov.sg - Legal Aid Bureau / Law Society Pro Bono Services – Free legal clinics for wills, probate, maintenance.
LAB: 1800-2255-529 | Pro Bono SG: probono.sg - CPF Nomination & Dependants’ Protection Scheme – The CPF website provides step-by-step guides for CPF nomination and the Dependants’ Protection Scheme.
Website: CPF nomination | Dependants’ Protection Scheme - IRAS (Legacy Accounts Line) – For historic or specific legacy estate tax enquiries.
Tel: 1800-356-8300 | Website: Family member demise
