Mdm Lee Overcomes Adversity: No Longer Needs a Wheelchair.

Mdm Lee, a widow, is on the verge of no longer needing her wheelchair. She previously experienced significant knee stiffness and endured considerable pain whenever she attempted to move her legs. Her late husband was a fisherman, and her son has been instrumental in assisting her with daily tasks. They reside in a government-owned semi-permanent cluster house in Balik Pulau. The Lions from George Town Mutiara became aware of her situation and provided support that has transformed her life. She had both her knees replaced. The operation was done at Pantai Hospital Penang by Orthopedic Specialist Dr. Boon.  

Mdm Lee was happy when President Derry Tan assured her to take things slowly and that she would experience a swift recovery. 

LC GTM's monthly ongoing project to support Needy Families continues.

On 17/12/2024, Needy Family Project OC PP Lily Teoh gave monthly grocery supplies to Munusamy whose wife passed away recently.

Leo Cecilia bought groceries for Needy Family Tan Siew Poh

13/12/2024 Leo Club Omega GT Mutiara Meeting.

Leo Advisor PP Lilly Teoh attended the Leo Meeting, and PCC Allan stopped by as an observer. The aims and plans for an exciting year 2024-2025 were discussed at a productive meeting.

(LH to RH) Leo Jian Guo, Leo Kh May, Leo Celina, and Leo Ee Lyn. 

Another TKR project - Making Mdm Wong's dream come true.

LC George Town Mutiara has gained recognition for helping numerous individuals facing medical challenges. Recently, the club received a request for medical aid from Mdm Wong, who was unable to walk. Upon investigation, we found that she was experiencing financial hardships. Mdm Wong is single and unemployed.   

The Pantai Hospital Penang had verified that she had knee issue and required both knee replacements. Should she regain her ability to walk, she aspires to become a hawker to cover her daily living expenses. LCGTM has made her wish come true. 
 

A donation box has been placed at Pantai Hospital Penang to collect funds for medical assistance, with the incentive of receiving a soft toy in return for contributions. Numerous generous donors have participated in our Medical Fund offering preloved soft toys. 

We are pleased to see that this project underscores the remarkable strength of community spirit and demonstrates that many individuals still selflessly contribute to support a worthy cause. Lions Club of GTM is grateful and say a
big 'Thank you' to them. 

11/12/2024 Hunger Relief Project @ Dewan MPKK Padang Tembak

LC GTM had its Hunger Relief monthly project @ Dewan MPKK Padang Tembak in December.  The needy residents there always looked forward to the Lions. The Lions continued to lead the senior citizens as they started the mild and fun exercise before distributing the meal boxes. 

Project: Hunger Relief 

People served: 65

Total volunteers: OC PP Samantha, PP Dato' Alan Cheah, and PP Peter Koay 

Total volunteer hours: 6

Fund spent for meal: Rm650 

4/12/2024 Needy Family Project - Mdm Gan & Family

On December 4, 2024, Needy Family Mdm Gan and her son, Boon Keat, welcomed Lion Lily and Leo Khaw who brought with them groceries including fruits, beverages, eggs, spices, rice, dietary meat, and bakery products including baked beans, and sardines during their monthly visit to their three-room flat located on Jalan Tapah, Penang. 

Before this, Alpha Leo Hui Yuen was given the assignment to purchase food items. The Lions has been giving Leo members this practical task to instill the importance of making thoughtful purchasing decisions.  Another project was carried out for the needy families.

Mdm Chong: A Vision Restored through Renewed Application Approval.

Mdm Chong (77) is unmarried and lost her job many years ago when the factory where she was employed shut down. She appealed to LCGTM that she was losing her vision due to dense cataracts. The club submitted a request for medical assistance from Life Renewed on behalf of Mdm Chong. 

She was filled with joy upon learning that our application to Life Renewed for her cataract treatment had been approved. Today, she successfully underwent cataract surgery at Pantai Hospital Penang, thanks to the expertise of eye specialist Dr. Tan J.P. who performed the procedure.