荃灣扶輪社

【2025年12月16日，香港】國際扶輪領導團今日蒞臨港安醫院，視察由荃灣扶輪社與港安醫院慈善基金會共同推動的「白內障手術慈善計劃」進展。領導團由遠道而來的國際扶輪基金會保管委員會主席、前國際扶輪總社社長 Holger Knaack率領，地區總監鄭卓群、前地區總監鄭鶴明、前地區總監翟慶聰、地域六助理總監陸慧姸󠄂 陪同，共同見證這項公益計畫為香港基層長者帶來的「光明新生」。

精準觸達：讓每一分善意流向最需要的地方

當日下午，國際扶輪領導團在荃灣扶輪社社長鄭王秀玲、項目組長前社長朱廣波、前社長袁志偉 及社友們的陪同下，實地走訪港安醫院手術室、低收費病房及術後康復區，深入了解醫療團隊的診療流程、設備應用及患者跟進服務。在術後康復區，68 歲的李婆婆一眼認出曾在社區宣傳的工作人員，主動表達感謝：「多謝社長鄭王秀玲在手術後接送我回家！以前視力模糊，出門總要人陪，現在看得清楚了，連路牌都能認得，出門再不用麻煩兒女。」

聽完李婆婆的分享，社長鄭王秀玲有感而發：「香港白內障患者眾多，公立醫院輪候時間往往長達數年，許多低收入長者只能在模糊視野中苦苦等待。我們推動這項計畫，正是希望幫助像李婆婆一樣的長者縮短輪候時間，早日重見光明。」前社長朱廣波補充道：「要實現這個目標，關鍵在於精準觸達有需要的群體，確保資源用在最需要的人身上。」

為將資源送達最需要的長者，荃灣扶輪社早前已聯同港安醫院慈善基金會等機構，深入柴灣、觀塘等社區進行招募。現場不僅有醫護人員講解白內障相關知識，工作人員亦協助長者填寫健康評估問卷，並依據年齡、收入等條件進行初步篩選。港安醫院慈善基金會隨後詳細核實申請者的視力與經濟狀況，經過多輪審查，最終確定受助名單，確保每一分資助都用在刀口上。

資源整合：全球支持與本土實踐共築光明

在隨後的專題會議中，港安醫院院長凌宏寶先生向國際扶輪領導團詳細說明項目在資金規劃、資源整合與服務落實等方面的執行細節。

他表示，計畫得以順利推進，有賴於充足的資金支持與高效的跨機構協作——荃灣扶輪社憑藉完善的項目規劃，成功申請到國際扶輪基金會的「全球獎助金」，用於資助 30 隻眼睛的白內障手術；港安醫院慈善基金會亦以 1:1 比例配對資金，涵蓋另外 30 隻眼睛的治療費用。

為讓受惠長者無後顧之憂，雙方資助均採「全額覆蓋 + 一站式服務」模式，包括術前檢查、手術治療、術後複查等所有費用，並提供專人陪診與就醫引導，切實減輕長者的經濟與就醫負擔。

Holger Knaack 在聽取報告後高度讚賞：「這項計畫生動體現了扶輪精神，成功融合本地機構的在地經驗與全球資源的支持力量，極具參考價值。」

此次視察不僅為項目匯聚更多公益能量，也讓團隊更加堅定前行。社長鄭王秀玲表示，團隊預計於明年上半年完成 60 隻眼睛的手術目標，持續以行動照亮長者的視界，讓溫暖與希望不斷傳遞。

Rotary International Inspects with Compassion, Illuminating a “New Vision” for the Elderly   

Rotary Club of Tsuen Wan

[December 16, 2025, Hong Kong] A delegation from Rotary International leadership visited Hong Kong Adventist Hospital today to inspect the progress of the “Cataract Surgery Charity Project,” a deep collaboration between the Rotary Club of Tsuen Wan and the Hong Kong Adventist Hospital Charitable Foundation. The delegation was led by Holger Knaack, Chair of The Rotary Foundation Board of Trustees and Past Rotary International Director, who traveled from afar. Accompanied by DG Cassy Cheng, PDG Wilson Cheng, PDG Eric Chak, and AG Sally Luk, they witnessed the “new lease on light” this public welfare project has brought to underprivileged seniors in Hong Kong.

Precise Outreach: Channeling Every Act of Kindness to the Most Pressing Needs

That afternoon, guided by Rotary Club of Tsuen Wan President Michele Cheng, Project Team Leaders PP Dominic Chu, PP Stanley, and fellow club members, the Rotary International leadership delegation toured the hospital’s operating rooms, low-fee wards, and post-operative recovery areas. They gained detailed insights into the medical team’s treatment processes, equipment usage, and patient follow-up services. In the recovery area, 68-year-old Grandma Lee, preparing for her post-op check-up with a nurse, recognized the staff who had previously conducted community outreach. She proactively expressed her gratitude: “Thank you, President Michele, for driving me home after the surgery! I’m so grateful! Before, my vision was blurry, I couldn’t see street signs, and always needed someone to accompany me when going out. Now, after the surgery, my vision has recovered, and I don’t have to trouble my children anymore.”

Hearing Grandma Lee’s story, President Michele shared her feelings with the delegation: “Hong Kong has a large population of cataract patients. Waiting times in public hospitals often stretch to several years, leaving many low-income seniors waiting in anguish with blurred vision. We launched this project hoping to help seniors like Grandma Lee bypass the lengthy queues and regain their sight as soon as possible.” PP Dominic added, “To achieve this goal, precise outreach to the target beneficiaries is key. We persistently adhere to sending resources to those most in need.”

To ensure charitable resources precisely reach those most in need, the Rotary Club of Tsuen Wan had previously partnered with the Hong Kong Adventist Hospital Charitable Foundation and other organizations to conduct recruitment activities in communities like Chai Wan and Kwun Tong. On-site, the hospital team thoughtfully explained cataract-related knowledge, while staff assisted seniors in filling out health assessment questionnaires based on criteria like age and income. The Hong Kong Adventist Hospital Charitable Foundation then meticulously verified applicants’ visual acuity and financial situations. Through multiple rounds of review, the final list of eligible recipients was determined, ensuring every dollar of funding is used where it’s needed most.

Funding & Collaboration: A Shared Dream Built on Global Resources and Local Strength

During a subsequent thematic meeting, Hong Kong Adventist Hospital President Mr. Alex Lan detailed for the Rotary International leadership the project’s specifics regarding funding planning, resource integration, and service implementation.

He stated that the project’s successful launch benefited from sufficient financial support and efficient resource synergy—the Rotary Club of Tsuen Wan, with its professional project planning, successfully applied for and received support from The Rotary Foundation’s “Global Grant.” These funds are designated for 30 cataract surgeries. Simultaneously, the Hong Kong Adventist Hospital Charitable Foundation matched this funding at a 1:1 ratio, covering the treatment costs for another 30 surgeries.

To ensure peace of mind for the benefiting seniors, funding from both sides provides “full cost coverage + one-stop service.” This covers all expenses for pre-operative examinations, surgical treatment, and post-operative follow-ups, and also includes considerate services like dedicated accompaniment and guidance throughout the medical process, alleviating both the financial burden and logistical challenges for the elderly.

After listening to the report, Mr. Holger Knaack gave high praise: “This project vividly embodies the Rotary spirit. It effectively combines the deep cultivation advantages of local organizations with the supportive power of global resources, serving as an excellent model with strong referential value.”

This inspection not only consolidated philanthropic synergy for the project but also strengthened the team’s determination to move forward. President Michele stated that the team plans to complete the target of 60 surgeries in the first half of next year, continuing to use action to illuminate the path of light for seniors, allowing warmth and hope to be continually passed on.