Family

HKFWS takes a “Family-centric” perspective for service development. We believe family is paramount and devote ourselves to strengthen family wellbeing. Regardless of family backgrounds or facing difficulties, we are pleased to provide support. We also utilise community resources to alleviate their imminent hardships. Some advices are provided by our professional team derived from their past working experience here for your reference when you are in need.

Against COVID

My husband and I hold different views on the preventive measures against Covid-19. He was tested positive before and said that he already has antibodies, so he doesn’t pay much attention on the preventive measures. However, my health is not good and I als


It is common for family members to hold different views. Although the husband has antibodies, the antibody level will gradually decay over time and he still has the risk of getting infected again. It is recommended for you to communicate with your husband, while at the same time putting yourself and your children’s health as the prime concern: to take full preventive measures such as measuring their temperatures and completing the "rapid antigen test" before going to schools, wearing masks and disinfect frequently when going out. Also remind yourself to face the pandemic or other uncertainties with positivity.

 

Source: Mr. Wong, Social Worker (Family Service), Hong Kong Family Welfare Society