Eye Screening for Braddell Heights Residents at SWA

By Kate Tan, 16 Nov, 2025

On 16 November 2025, the Singapore Women’s Association (SWA) partnered with Braddell Heights Harmony Circle to organise the Singapore Vision Programme (SVP) Eye Screening at the SWA Office. The event successfully screened 80 participants, including Braddell Heights residents aged 40 and above.

Volunteers, doctors and participants at the Singapore Vision Programme Eye Screening at SWA

Guest-of-Honour

We were honoured to have Mr Seah Kian Peng, Speaker of Parliament and Advisor for Marine Parade-Braddell Heights, grace the event with his presence. His attendance underscored the importance of community health initiatives and the meaningful partnership between SWA and Braddell Heights Harmony Circle.

Mr Seah Kian Peng, Speaker of Parliament and Advisor for Marine Parade-Braddell Heights, with SWA members

Volunteer Doctors

Six dedicated volunteer doctors generously contributed their time and expertise to conduct the eye screenings:

• Dr Emanuel Tan
• Dr Alex Cheong
• Dr Deborah Lee
• Dr Elizabeth Leong
• Dr James Ding
• Dr Lydia

Volunteer doctors conducting eye screenings for participants

Thorough eye examinations ensuring comprehensive health assessments

Screening Results

The screenings successfully identified various eye conditions among participants, including cataract, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), optic nerve issues, as well as hypertension and diabetes-related findings. Early detection enabled timely referrals for further medical consultation, and participants received personalised advice from the volunteer doctors regarding their eye health.

State-of-the-art eye screening equipment ensuring accurate diagnostics

Participants receiving professional eye care assessments

SWA Leadership and Volunteers

The event was supported by 15 dedicated SWA volunteers who ensured smooth operations throughout the morning.

SWA Board Members:

• Lee Li Hua, President
• Dr Stephanie Young, 1st Vice President
• Angela Wong, 2nd Vice President
• Roxanne Zhang (Miss Singapore International 2015), 3rd Vice President
• Kyla Tan (Miss Singapore International 2010), Programme Director
• Charlotte Chia, Communications Director
• Serene Tan, Assistant Treasurer
• Pauline Ng, Assistant Secretary
• Betty Ho, Programme Director
• Catherine Ong, Board Member
• Wendy Khon, former Board Member
• Kate Tan, Executive Director
• Stephanie Lim, Admin

Volunteers and participants coming together for community health

Community Support

The event was made possible through the generous support of the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY), which provided goodie bags for all participants. The affordable $2 screening fee ensured accessibility for Braddell Heights residents.

Continuing Community Health Initiatives

SWA is grateful to Braddell Heights Harmony Circle for this meaningful partnership and looks forward to continuing to bring essential health services to the community. Events like these demonstrate the power of collaboration in promoting wellness and early detection of health conditions among residents.