Like many other caregivers of Club Rainbow beneficiaries, Mr Lim, from the chemical logistics industry, has been providing tender care for his youngest son, Jun Rong. He acknowledged that he had enjoyed hobbies like golf but spends much more time with his family now. His family is a major priority in his life, and consider hobbies in the future. Mr Lim frequently hangs out in the living room with Jun Rong. The father and son duo often engage in activities like watching dramas or movies and occasionally playing games on a mobile device.
Before joining the baking programme by Club Rainbow, Mr Lim revealed that he had tried his hand at baking before and had even purchased an oven, but his baking attempt did not turn out well. Mr Lim considered the baking session at Club Rainbow to be entertaining and educational as the professionals who conducted the session shared a good deal of knowledge in baking. For example, how the room temperature can affect the outcome of the pastry, etc.
Aside from picking up some new skills, Mr Lim shared, 'Being able to interact, network, and exchange experiences with others is perhaps the largest advantage. Interacting with other caregivers will help struggling families to know that they are not alone and that others share their struggles. Families communicate with one another, relating and understanding how they feel and what they are going through.'
Mr Lim found the session fun and felt a sense of accomplishment from the baking session because he created something different. He jokingly said, "It’s edible, but always room to improve". He expressed the desire to continue the baking session if the opportunity arises again since learning new skills is always a positive experience. According to Mr Lim, "Baking can be done with family members and is a wonderful way to divert one's attention from worries and concentrate on the task at hand. It can be considered a form of self-care". He strongly recommends fellow Club Rainbow caregivers to participate in the baking programme.
