The Struggle

Mr Thiaga, 54, was a filial son to his elderly mum prior to his incarceration. Being the only one among his siblings who has not settled down with a family of his own, he was taking care of his 80-year-old mum and supporting her financially with the income that he was drawing in a cleaning company.

Being the main caregiver to an elderly who has several medical conditions also put Mr Thiaga in a stressful position, especially at times when he does not have anyone to confide in regarding the problems he had at home. Being at his wit’s ends, he turned to drugs in an attempt to attain temporary relief from his problems.

Help Needed – Give Hope

When the case managers met Mr Thiaga, he shared that he was emplaced in the halfway house since September 2018 and is due to be discharged about a year later. He told us that he has learnt that drugs is never the way to go because one always ends up living in regret. He hopes to be given a second chance to lead his life right and be with his family again. He is currently taking a forklift course as he wants to return to work as soon as his three-month probation is over.

Financial Breakdown

ROHI would like to raise $780 ($260 x 3 months) to help Mr Thiaga with his meal expenses. Please give hope and donate to help Mr Thiaga!

*Mr Thiaga is currently not receiving public assistance from the Social Service Office (SSO).