But winning the darts contest ignited something new. The joy of victory reminded him that there were still many ways to grow and give back. It affirmed that even at his age, and despite having a heart condition, there’s still space for him to thrive. And so, he made the decision to offer his time and talents as a volunteer with Lions Befrienders. His enthusiasm was a welcome addition for Paul Lee, an Executive with the Communities of Care team. The Communities of Care team coordinates with the Active Ageing Centres and service providers to offer seniors support such as health education, mobility services, and other essentials to help seniors age with dignity and independence.

Mr Chan lends his time generously to both Communities of Care and the Active Ageing Centre. With a love for crafts, he has facilitated workshops, gently guiding fellow seniors as they create artwork together. One of his fondest memories is helping to organise a Chinese New Year celebration by arranging seats, coordinating food, and preparing the venue. “It really felt like a big reunion,” he says.