Bukit Tinggi Medical Centre's art gallery raises funds for the autism societyMARCH 23, 2023 @ 10:32PM
Bukit Tinggi Medical Centre (BTMC) recently launched the “Art of Giving” initiative and established an art gallery to showcase the unique talents of children with autism while raising funds for The National Autism Society of Malaysia (NASOM).
Over the past decade, the number of diagnoses of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in Malaysia has steadily increased. In the year 2021 alone, a total of 589 children aged 18 and below were diagnosed with ASD, which is a five per cent increase from the 562 children diagnosed in 2020. "We are constantly looking towards expanding into a holistic children's development centre that can offer various health needs including children with autism. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive approach to healthcare, ensuring that children have access to the best possible care. For us, 'people caring for people' is not just a philosophy but a way of life. Each stride we take is dedicated to creating a remarkable impact on the world, one that resonates with the community for generations to come," said Dr Priscila Rajah, Director of Medical Services, BTMC. The art gallery at BTMC is a unique initiative to support NASOM, featuring 42 pieces of art created by autistic individuals aged 17 to 29 years old. To date, 10 paintings have been sold, with a total collection of RM5,990. The public can purchase these paintings at the gallery, and the funds raised will be channelled towards the studies and development of autistic children under NASOM's care. |
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