Support Resources

Singapore cancer support services, patient resources, and helpful contacts

Emergency: If you are experiencing severe symptoms, difficulty breathing, high fever, or other urgent medical issues, call 995 or go to the nearest Emergency Department immediately.

Cancer Treatment Centres

Public Cancer Centres

National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS)

Singapore's national referral centre for cancer treatment and research.

  • Address: 11 Hospital Crescent, Singapore 169610
  • Appointments: 6436 8088
  • General Enquiry: 6225 5655
  • Website: nccs.com.sg

Services: Medical Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Palliative Care, Clinical Trials

National University Cancer Institute, Singapore (NCIS)

Comprehensive cancer centre under NUHS.

  • Address: National University Hospital, 5 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore 119074
  • Appointments: 6779 5555
  • Website: ncis.com.sg

Services: All cancer types, BMT Programme, Proton Therapy referrals

Tan Tock Seng Hospital - Cancer Centre

Part of the National Healthcare Group.

  • Address: 11 Jalan Tan Tock Seng, Singapore 308433
  • Appointments: 6357 7000
  • Website: ttsh.com.sg

Changi General Hospital - Cancer Centre

Serves the eastern region of Singapore.

  • Address: 2 Simei Street 3, Singapore 529889
  • Appointments: 6788 8833
  • Website: cgh.com.sg

Private Cancer Centres

Parkway Cancer Centre

OncoCare Cancer Centre

  • Locations: Multiple locations across Singapore
  • Hotline: 6252 5325
  • Website: oncocare.sg

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Patient Support Organizations

Singapore Cancer Society (SCS)

Primary cancer support organization in Singapore providing financial assistance, support services, and education.

Services Offered:
  • Cancer Treatment Fund (up to $50,000)
  • Cancer Care Fund (daily living expenses)
  • Free cancer screening programmes
  • Transport to treatment
  • Support groups
  • Cancer education workshops

Breast Cancer Foundation (BCF)

Dedicated to breast cancer awareness, early detection, and patient support.

Services: Support groups, befriender programme, mammogram subsidies, financial aid

Colorectal Cancer Society Singapore

Support for colorectal cancer patients and ostomy care.

Leukemia & Lymphoma Foundation

Support for blood cancer patients.

Kidney Dialysis Foundation

Support for kidney patients including those with kidney cancer requiring dialysis.

Children's Cancer Foundation

Support for children with cancer and their families.

Palliative Care Services

Specialized care focused on comfort, quality of life, and symptom management for patients with serious illness.

Inpatient Hospices

Dover Park Hospice

  • Address: 10 Jalan Tan Tock Seng, Singapore 308436
  • Contact: 6500 9977
  • Website: doverpark.org.sg

Assisi Hospice

HCA Hospice Care

  • Inpatient Care Centre: 12 Jalan Tan Tock Seng
  • Contact: 6251 2561
  • Website: hca.org.sg

Also provides home hospice care island-wide

Singapore Cancer Society Hospice Care

Home hospice care services available

Hospital-Based Palliative Care

Hospital Service Contact
National Cancer Centre Singapore Palliative Medicine Service 6436 8088
NCIS (NUH) Palliative Care Service 6779 5555
Tan Tock Seng Hospital Palliative Care 6357 7000
Changi General Hospital Palliative Medicine 6788 8833

Counselling & Mental Health Support

Singapore Association for Mental Health (SAMH)

Mental health support for patients dealing with cancer diagnosis.

Samaritans of Singapore (SOS)

24-hour emotional support for those in distress.

Institute of Mental Health (IMH)

Psychiatric support for anxiety and depression related to cancer.

  • Helpline: 6389 2222
  • Address: 10 Buangkok View, Singapore 539747

Cancer Support Groups

Peer support from fellow cancer survivors:

  • NCCS Patient Support Groups
  • Singapore Cancer Society Groups
  • Breast Cancer Foundation Befriender Programme
  • Online communities and forums

Financial Assistance Contacts

Scheme / Organization What It Covers Contact
CPF Board (MediSave enquiries) MediSave account, withdrawal limits 1800 227 1188
Ministry of Health (MediShield Life) MediShield Life, MediFund 1800 325 9220
Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) MAF, subsidies, long-term care 1800 650 6060
Singapore Cancer Society Cancer Treatment Fund, Care Fund 6221 9578
Hospital Medical Social Workers Financial counselling, scheme applications Contact your hospital
Social Service Offices (SSO) ComCare, emergency assistance 1800 222 0000

Clinical Trials

Clinical trials offer access to new treatments not yet widely available. Speak to your oncologist about trial eligibility.

Where to Find Clinical Trials

NCCS Clinical Trials

NCCS runs numerous cancer clinical trials.

ClinicalTrials.gov

International database of clinical trials, filter by Singapore location.

Search tips: Use your cancer type + "Singapore" as keywords

Singapore Clinical Research Institute (SCRI)

Coordinates clinical trials across Singapore.

Questions to Ask About Clinical Trials

Caregiver Resources

Caregivers Alliance Limited (CAL)

Support and training for family caregivers.

TOUCH Caregivers Support

Programmes for caregivers of ill family members.

AIC Caregiver Support

Resources from the Agency for Integrated Care.

Includes caregiver training, respite care, and support programmes

Caregiver Training Courses

Practical Support Services

Transport Services

Service Description Contact
Singapore Cancer Society Transport Free/subsidized transport to treatment 6221 9577
Handicaps Welfare Association Wheelchair-accessible transport 6254 3006
Grab Healthcare Non-emergency medical transport Via Grab app

Home Care Services

Provider Services Contact
NTUC Health Home nursing, therapy, meals 6590 4300
St. Luke's ElderCare Home nursing, day care 6563 2281
Thye Hua Kwan Home Care Home nursing, personal care 6499 9000
Home Nursing Foundation Medical and nursing care 6854 5500

Medical Equipment

Useful Websites for Cancer Information

Singapore Resources

International Resources

Next Steps After Diagnosis

Immediately After Diagnosis

  • Ask for a written summary of your diagnosis and stage
  • Understand your treatment options
  • Get a second opinion if desired
  • Ask about clinical trials
  • Bring a family member to appointments

Financial Planning

  • Meet with hospital Medical Social Worker
  • Check MediShield Life and MediSave coverage
  • Apply for MAF if eligible
  • Contact Singapore Cancer Society for additional support
  • Review your insurance policies

Support Network

  • Inform close family and friends
  • Join a support group
  • Consider counselling services
  • Plan for caregiver support
  • Explore workplace accommodations if needed

Practical Preparations

  • Arrange transport to appointments
  • Plan for time off work (MC, medical leave)
  • Prepare advance care plan if desired
  • Organize important documents (NRIC, medical records, insurance)
  • Consider appointing a Lasting Power of Attorney

Advance Care Planning

Planning ahead ensures your healthcare wishes are known and respected.

Advance Care Planning (ACP)

Document your healthcare preferences for future care.

ACP coordinators available at public hospitals

Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)

Appoint someone to make decisions if you lose mental capacity.

  • Office of the Public Guardian: 1800 226 6222
  • Website: msf.gov.sg/opg

AMD (Advance Medical Directive)

Instruction to not use extraordinary life-sustaining treatment if terminally ill.

  • Registry: Ministry of Health
  • Forms available at: Hospitals, polyclinics, clinics