This page contains the necessary forms that need to be endorsed by doctors or submitted by medical social workers on behalf of cancer patients in need of financial assistance at different stages of the cancer journey. Please note that all applications for financial assistance will be subjected to means-testing by the SCS Welfare Aid Committee.
For Patients Recently Diagnosed
CANCER CARE FUND
Patient Eligibility
Within the first 6 months of a cancer diagnosis, applicants may apply for financial assistance of $1000 or $500, depending on the type of CHAS card they hold.
- Singaporeans or Permanent Residents (there are exceptions for non-Resident applicants whose parents/spouse/children are Singaporeans or Permanent Residents, and reside in Singapore for a continuous period of not less than 5 years)
- Patients diagnosed with cancer within 6 months of the date of application
- Patients who meet the income requirements of the Blue/Orange Community Health Assist Scheme (CHAS)
A doctor's certification/memo is required to certify the cancer diagnosis.
For Patients Currently Receiving Treatment
WELFARE AID FUND
Patient Eligibility
Patients who have been diagnosed with cancer may apply for welfare aid to reduce their financial strain which may arise from unemployment, loss of income, or treatment costs.
- Singaporeans or Permanent Residents (there are exceptions for non-Resident applicants whose parents/spouse/children are Singaporeans or Permanent Residents, and reside in Singapore for a continuous period of not less than 5 years)
- Patients with a per capita income of less than $1,200
- Patients and immediate household with limited household savings
- Patients who meet the means-test criteria administered by SCS
This form is to be completed by the patient/caregiver AND a case-worker, medical social worker, or SCS staff member.
This form is to be completed by a case-worker, medical social worker, nurse, or dietician.
CANCER TREATMENT FUND
Patient Eligibility
Cancer patients in need may apply for financial assistance to subsidise part of their cancer treatment costs.
- Singaporeans or Permanent Residents (there are exceptions for non-Resident applicants whose parents/spouse/children are Singaporeans or Permanent Residents, and reside in Singapore for a continuous period of not less than 5 years)
- Patients must be subsidised in a restructured hospital
- Patients who meet the medical and means-test criteria administered by SCS
This form is to be completed by the patient/caregiver AND a case-worker, medical social worker, or an SCS staff member.
This form is to be completed by a doctor and consultant.
HOME-HOSPITAL TRANSPORTATION SCHEME
Patient Eligibility
Patients from low-income families who are undergoing treatment in the following restructured hospitals can apply, without charge, for transportation services between their homes and hospitals to meet their medical appointments:
- National Cancer Centre, Singapore (NCCS)
- Singapore General Hospital (SGH)
- Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH)
- National University Hospital (NUH)
This form may be completed by a case-worker or medical social worker on behalf of a patient.
CANCER REHABILITATION PROGRAMMES
Patient Eligibility
- Newly diagnosed patients and survivors at the pre-treatment, treatment, and post-treatment phase are advised to seek rehabilitation to help regain a new sense of normalcy.
- Acceptance into the rehabiltation programmes is dependent upon your physical condition and well-being, as certified by a doctor and/or verified by SCS staff.
A doctor, therapist, medical social worker, or nurse may submit a referral form to SCS through:
• AIC’s Integrated Referral Management System (IRMS)
• APPLICATION FORM
HOSPICE HOME CARE SERVICE
Patient Eligibility
The Society aims to improve patients’ quality of life in advanced stages of cancer by providing hospice home care and support. Patients can be referred by hospitals or clinics. To refer a patient, you may make an e-referral using the AIC IRMS system. You can also download, complete, and submit the following referral form by faxing 6221 9575 or mailing:
Attn: Hospice Services
Singapore Cancer Society
30 Hospital Boulevard
#16-02 NCCS Building
Singapore 168583
This form may be completed by a case-worker or medical social worker on behalf of a patient.
A doctor, therapist, medical social worker, or nurse may submit a referral to SCS through
- AIC’s Integrated Referral Management System (IRMS)
- AIC click here