Lions Prostheses Centre - Singapore

From Support to Spotlight: Irene Featured on Mediacorp Channel 8

We are pleased to share that Irene Lim (林艾玲) has been featured on Real Talk No Filter, an online personality interview series under Mediacorp Channel 8 News.

The interview was conducted by host Yang Zhenhua (杨振华) following an introduction by LPC Director Dr Ada Zhang. Inspired by Irene’s resilience and recovery journey, the programme documents her story through an in-depth and heartfelt conversation.

[Real Talk No Filter | 有华直说] is produced by Mediacorp Channel 8 News and features thoughtful interviews with individuals whose life journeys inspire reflection and dialogue. The series is distributed across Mediacorp’s digital platforms, including MeWatch, 8World, YouTube, and 8World News’ social media channels.

Watch the full interview here:

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We close 2025 by sharing Lions Prostheses Centre (LPC) Newsletter Issue 8 | December 2025. With the theme 𝑩𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒕𝒉, 𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑷𝒐𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔, this issue highlights the collective efforts and journeys that continue to define our mission to help people 𝑾𝒂𝒍𝒌 𝑨𝒈𝒂𝒊𝒏!

As we welcome the new year, we thank everyone who has supported LPC along the way. Happy New Year, and best wishes for a meaningful 2026.

🎉 𝐋𝐏𝐂 6𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 🎉

On 23 August 2025, the Lions Prostheses Centre (Singapore) held its 6th AGM at Lions Befrienders Active Ageing Centre @ Clementi.

We were delighted to have 32 members join us for this meaningful gathering – a true reflection of our Lions spirit and dedication to service. 🦁💙

👏 Congratulations to PP Lim Eng Heng from LCS West, who has been elected as our LPC Director for 2025/2026! With his leadership, we look forward to strengthening our mission of helping more people to 𝓦𝓪𝓵𝓴 𝓐𝓰𝓪𝓲𝓷.

Together, we move forward with purpose, compassion, and impact. 💪✨

LPC Newsletter Issue 7 | April 2025 | LPC in the Spotlight
[Walk Again: LPC Featured at Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2024]
LPC’s original micro film 'Walk Again' was selected as one of the top 8 finalists out of 70 submissions at the Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2024—an Asian platform that celebrates authentic stories of courage, compassion, and social change.
The film was screened at the National Gallery Singapore, Chulalongkorn University in Thailand, and at the final selection round during the Asia Philanthropy Circle (APC) Annual Meeting. Through these screenings, LPC’s mission and impact came alive on screens across Asia, allowing audiences to witness the resilience of our beneficiaries and the commitment of the Lions community.
More than just a film, Walk Again served as a powerful tool for raising public awareness of LPC’s work. It introduced our values and vision to new regional audiences, helping to strengthen our brand and build the foundation for deeper cross-border partnerships and collaboration.

LPC Newsletter Issue 7 | April 2025
[Ai Reen's Journey: Courage Beyond Limitation]
Lim Ai Reen (林艾玲) Irene Lim, a 38-year-old beautician from West Malaysia, came to Singapore in 2016 for work and a better life. But in October 2023, everything changed. A sudden and severe bacterial infection led to the amputation of all four limbs.

The physical loss was devastating, but what followed was even harder. Her world, once filled with routine and independence, collapsed into stillness. The hardest part wasn’t just the physical pain—it was the helplessness of relying entirely on others for even the smallest daily tasks.

“I lost my limbs, I lost my job, and my life was in total darkness,” Ai Reen said. “All my savings were gone just to stay alive.”
Her turning point came when VDG Chai Lai Soon, then Vice Chairman of LPC, reached out with a message of hope. With his support, LPC provided approximately S$30,000 in assistance, helping her receive prosthetic legs and basic arms. With the legs, she took her first steps back into life.

However, the arms—though essential—were heavy and rigid, making even simple tasks like holding a cup or using her phone extremely difficult. Still, Ai Reen refused to give up. When she reached out to LPC again, the response was swift. The Lions community came together to raise funds for custom-made bionic hand—designed to restore not just movement, but also her confidence and independence.

In February 2025, the LPC Board of Directors approved funding for her new bionic arm, marking a meaningful step forward in her recovery. It was more than just financial support—it was a show of belief in her future.

Ai Reen’s story has since been featured across multiple media platforms in Singapore, touching the hearts of many and shining a light on the life-changing mission of LPC.

She also participated in the YES 933 “Riding Under the Stars” night cycling event together with the Lions Prostheses Centre, where she was interviewed by DJ Siau Jiahui. Sharing her story publicly for the first time, Ai Reen inspired countless listeners with her grace, strength, and quiet resilience.

At recent Lions events, Ai Reen stood proudly alongside LPC board members before a public audience. Once unable to walk or even lift her own hand, she now stood tall—not only with the help of prosthetics, but with the unwavering strength of her spirit.
“Even though I’ve lost so much,” she said gently, “I still hope to return to work one day. I want to live a full life—and I’m preparing myself for that new beginning.”

At LPC, we believe prostheses are not just tools for walking—they are instruments of hope. And in Ai Reen’s journey, we are reminded of just how powerful that hope can be.
Walk Again!

LPC Newsletter Issue 7 | April 2025
[Quan Che Returns: A Night of Laughter for a Meaningful Cause]
“Quan Che Returns” Stand-up Comedy by Helen Tan from LCS Vanda was staged on 1st
March 2025 at the Tanglin Club for 108 intimate guests.
It was a simple and elegant evening of laughter, good food, great wine, music, entertainment, and fellowship amongst friends—evident of a successful fundraising charity.
This event raised a total of $217,854 towards the funding of the artificial limbs program “Walk Again” by Lions Prostheses Centre (LPC) – Singapore.
The ladies from the “Quan Che Returns” Committee are grateful for the opportunity given to support this meaningful cause.

LPC Newsletter Issue 7 | April 2025
Chairman’s Message
Dear Members of LPC,
We are turning 5 years old in 2025.
Grateful that individual Lions and Clubs are initiating activities to raise funds for LPC.
For example, Sale of Paintings, Karaoke Performance, Cycling, etc.
We will be organising a nation-wide Walkathon towards the end of this year collaborating with LPC Ambassador Blade Runner Shariff Abdullah.
LPC was invited by the FiveStar International Light Volleyball Championship held in Singapore 15/16 April at Warren Golf Club which have disabled sportsmen and sportswomen competing.

Through the Li Foundation, LPC is also made known to the Disabled Association of China. We hope to have more liaison with this huge organisation in the coming years.
Lastly, we pay tribute to PDG Nancy Lim who passed away on 10th April. She and LCS Chong Pang were the pioneers in the formation of Lions Prostheses Centre.

Walk Again
PDG SK Ho
Chairman, Lions Prostheses Centre (Singapore), 2024-2026

On 21 March 2025, Lions Prostheses Centre (LPC) was honoured to be warmly welcomed by Li Foundation, for a heartfelt and inspiring visit. Our delegation—led by District Governor Shirley Lee, along with Past District Governors SK Ho, Eric Ng, William Kwok, and David Lee—engaged in meaningful dialogue on how we can continue advancing mobility, dignity, and inclusion for individuals living with limb loss.

Li Foundation (LIF) is a Singapore-based family charitable foundation dedicated to inspiring and impacting lives by maximizing individual potential through innovation, integration, and impact. It was founded by Beijing Past District Governor Lionel Li.

Li Foundation has been a steadfast supporter of LPC’s mission. In 2023, they generously came on board as Platinum Sponsor for two of our documentary films, helping amplify the voices of our beneficiaries and the transformative work behind each prosthesis.

One of these films, “Walk Again,” was selected as a Top 8 Finalist at the Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2024, an initiative by Li Foundation that celebrates impactful stories from across the region. Chosen from over 70 submissions, the film received a USD 1,000 prize and deeply moved audiences with its powerful portrayal of resilience, courage, and hope—the very values at the core of LPC’s work.

This visit was not only a celebration of shared achievements, but also a valuable opportunity to deepen our collaboration and explore new ways to uplift the lives we serve.

As we move forward, LPC is proud to walk alongside purpose-driven partners like Li Foundation—committed to creating lasting, inclusive impact, one story and one step at a time.
https://www.lifoundationsg.com/walk-again-a-shared-commitment-to-the-community/

The 2025 “Fivestar” International Light Volleyball Club Championship and First Singapore Light Volleyball Public Welfare Promotion Event was held from April 15–16 at Warren Golf Club, bringing together regional teams and partners to promote inclusive sports and social good.

LPC was honoured to be invited as a supporting partner. Our Chairman, SK Ho, and LPC Ambassador MD Shariff Abdullah (Singapore Blade Runner) delivered keynote speeches at the opening ceremony, highlighting our mission to restore mobility and dignity through prosthetic care. Member of Parliament Don Wee Boon Hong graced the event as Guest of Honour, lending strong support to this inclusive sporting initiative.

A heartfelt thank-you to the organisers—during the charity dinner, all auction proceeds were generously donated to LPC in support of our Walk Again program. Your support fuels hope and movement for those who need it most.