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In Hong Kong where the society is aging, the role of carers has become more important than ever. According to the "2021 Population Census Thematic Report: Older Persons," there are 246,030 unpaid carers, looking after those aged 60 and over living in domestic households and receiving long-term care. Also, according to “The Profile of Persons with Disabilities and Chronic Diseases in Hong Kong and Characteristics of their Carers”, there are 142,600 persons with disabilities (excluding persons with ID) residing in households who had an unpaid carers taking care of their day-to-day living. These carers who shoulder the responsibility for caring for their family member, are neglected and unable to plan for their own future. To enhance understanding of the hardships and needs of carers and to raise societal awareness of their care journeys and choices, the Hong Kong Council of Social Service is pleased to announce the publication of a ...

The Hong Kong Council of Social Service is organising the 7th Care Food Cooking Competition. The competition aims to demonstrate the ways to modify the favourite foods into Care Food for individuals with dysphagia (swallowing challenges), enabling them to enjoy their favourite dishes at home. This year, the competition is open to foreign domestic helpers, the participation and support from their employers are most welcome as well. Information Target: Foreign domestic helpers   Content: Under the theme “The Flavour of Memory”, contestants are required to submit a recipe and modify a dish favored by individuals with swallowing difficulties into a Care Food recipe after completing the training. The cooking methods are not restricted, and share the story behind it. Competition format: Finalists will attend the workshops, pre-competition practice, final and award ceremony  Application of Preliminary Due Date: 6th July 2025 (Sunday) 5 p.m.  Submission Methods: Fill in the online application form before the deadline, or ...

Since 2020, HKEX Foundation has set up the HKEX Charity Partnership Programme (the Programme) to support impactful community projects that creates structural and system changes, run by local charitable institutions.    In partnership with The Hong Kong Council of Social Service, the Programme aims to give back to the community based on four focus areas: Financial Literacy, Social Empowerment, Talent Development and Environmental Sustainability, addressing various social and environmental challenges.      Application Details   Date of Application  The Programme will accept online application from 18 June to 18 July 2025 at 5 p.m. (The online application platform will open later.)     Eligibility  Local charitable institutions that are:  registered under Section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance (Cap 112) for at least 3 years (Since 18 Jul 2022)    Funding Amount  The funding amount for each proposed project should range from HKD500,000 to HKD5,000,000.    Duration of Each Project  The duration of each proposed ...

The Caring Company Scheme (the "Scheme") has completed the first phase of revamping process. The new participation standards encompass more sustainable development elements, including societal sustainability, economic sustainability, environmental sustainability, and partnership. It aims to align with market trends and address societal demands for sustainability. Additionally, it seeks to localize international sustainable development standards with the goal of continuing to lead stakeholders further along the path of sustainability.  To assist companies/organisations in better understanding the details of the application form and filling guidelines, three capacity-building workshops will be held in June, providing detailed explanations on the form content regarding social, economic and environmental sustainability will be held in June. We sincerely invite interested parties to participate. Details are as follows: Theme Social Sustainability Economic Sustainability Environmental Sustainability Date 19 June 2025 (Thur) 20 June 2025 (Fri) 27 June 2025 (Fri) Time 4:00-6:00 pm Format In Person Language Cantonese Venue Dream ...

In Hong Kong, employment support has long been a core service of social service organizations. Many grassroots individuals and persons with disabilities have found meaningful employment after receiving training and job referrals from these organizations. Meanwhile, some individuals face greater employment barriers and require long-term and in-depth support. In light of changes in technology, the economy, and government policies, the entire sector needs to explore how support services can keep pace with the times. In early March this year, the Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS) formed a delegation to visit Singapore, where they exchanged service experiences with local government departments, social service organizations, social enterprises, and academics. Three delegation members explored how the governance principles   influence welfare, employment, and job retraining measures, including the newly introduced jobseeker support programs. In addition, the systems and operational models supporting persons with disabilities (PwDs) in both regions have both similarities ...