As we continue the journey deeper into the world of hospice care, and having cared for and accompanied 9 little souls in the last days of their journey, we find the continuous need to reinforce our medical team’s knowledge of palliative care – an area of medicine that is relatively new and not taught in […]
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The year in review
As 2008 comes to a close, we look back to give thanks for the celebratory moments and blessings of the past 12 months, and review the challenges that came our way to remember the lessons learned. First batch of medical team recruited The first 6 months saw the team busy with preparations for the launch […]
First inpatient pediatric palliative care service launched!
First Inpatient Pediatric Palliative Care Rachel House’s first inpatient pediatric palliative care unit was launched on 1st December 2008 after a journey which has taken us nearly 2 years and countless hurdles, challenges & heartbreaks. Inpatient Pediatric The inpatient facility begins modestly with 3 third-class beds in a ward within the premises of RS […]
Adi’s Story
Patient history was taken ill in August 2007 with loss of appetite, dry throat and tuberculosis. Laboratory tests of the blood revealed abnormalities with eventual diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia. In February 2008, Adi began chemotherapy treatment at Dharmais National Cancer Centre (“RSKD”). Unfortunately, the treatment was not successful in keeping the cancer at bay. […]
Facing Cancer in Your 20s by Suleika Jaouad
Life, Interrupted: Facing Cancer in Your 20s By SULEIKA JAOUAD Emma Dodge HansonSuleika Jaouad Suleika Jaouad writes about her experiences as a young adult with cancer. I was so excited for what lay ahead, I nearly forgot to wave goodbye to my parents. Armed with a college diploma, my first job offer, a one-way ticket to […]
The Inaugural Fundraising Gala Event
The Inaugural Fundraising Gala Event The evening of December 7th 2006 was a truly moving moment for many who have journeyed with us from the time Rachel House was a mere dream. On that evening, the dream was passionately shared by 510 guests who attended the event; and in that moment, we knew that we […]
Yayasan Rumah Rachel was Established
Yayasan Rumah Rachel was established! We are pleased to announce that on October 12th 2006, Yayasan Rumah Rachel (“Rachel House Foundation) was officially established. Our grateful thanks to Didi Dermawan and his team at Dermawan & Co. for making the “almost impossible” possible, and for patiently guiding us through the many unfamiliar territories. Most of […]