#RainbowofHope A Little Fighter with a Big Heart: Haygen’s Journey
When Haygen arrived in the world at just 25 weeks, weighing barely 900 grams, the doctors called him a miracle. Babies born under 1 kilogram often face an uphill battle for survival, yet from his very first breath, Haygen showed the world the quiet strength of a true fighter. Today, he is a tall, bright boy—chatty, spirited, and full of curiosity about everything around him. He adores fire engines and construction sites, perhaps inspired by his grandfather, who works in construction. He also loves cooking, always eager to learn, explore, and try something new.
In his early years, Haygen was diagnosed with Global Developmental Delay (GDD). He faces difficulties recognising alphabets, numbers, shapes, and colours, and has faced delays in speech as well as physiological issues affecting his legs. Over time, with consistent support and regular intervention, such as Fei Yue’s Early Intervention Programme, Haygen has been gradually catching up. This year marks a special milestone—his graduation from the programme—an achievement that fills his family with pride and gratitude.
Caring for Haygen brings a beautiful mix of joys and challenges. At home, Haygen’s boundless energy keeps everyone on their toes. He is lively, cheeky, and wonderfully active, and guiding him each day requires patience, resilience, and love - but Haygen’s family have never stopped doing their very best for him.
The family first learnt about Club Rainbow (Singapore) through Haygen’s doctor at KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital (KKH), Dr Khoo. In 2020, Haygen officially joined the Club Rainbow family, and the support since then has made a meaningful difference. Assistance with essentials such as diapers and milk powder has eased the family’s financial burdens, allowing them to focus more fully on Haygen’s growth and wellbeing.
Ms Charlotte, caregiver of Haygen, shares, “We all hope that Haygen will grow up healthy happy making the right choices and decisions for himself”. They believe deeply in his potential, and every small step he takes is a celebration of how far he has already come.
To the donors and supporters of Club Rainbow, Ms Charlotte wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks and gratitude. “Thank you so much for all the support over the years—it has truly been a pleasure!”
Haygen’s story is a reminder that miracles come in many forms—and sometimes, they come in the shape of a little boy with a big smile, a brave spirit, and a heart full of wonder.
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About Club Rainbow (Singapore)
Established in 1992, Club Rainbow (Singapore) is a non-profit organisation and charity dedicated to supporting and empowering children with chronic illnesses – many of whom are with special needs and disabilities – and their families. Through a holistic suite of compassionate, relevant services, we journey with them towards living with dignity, and becoming active contributors to the society.
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