Here’s something most people don’t think about until it’s too late: by the time a senior begins showing signs of cognitive decline, the window for early intervention has often already narrowed. Stroke prevention, brain health awareness, and early detection aren’t just medical topics — they are family topics. And they are best discussed not in a doctor’s office, but in a community setting where seniors actually feel comfortable enough to listen.
That’s exactly what the National Day Brain Health Carnival set out to do.
A Sunday That Was Both Fun and Urgent
Organised by the DreamWorks Foundation (夢同行慈善基金) on 28 September, the carnival welcomed over 100 seniors from the Lok Wah community for an afternoon that managed to be joyful and genuinely important at the same time.
The event opened with a magic show that had the room buzzing — the magician pulled residents into the act, sparking the kind of surprised laughter that makes you forget your age for a moment. But the centrepiece of the programme was a health talk by Dr. Mak Wai-kit, Specialist in Neurosurgery, who spoke plainly and warmly about stroke, cognitive impairment, and practical steps for protecting brain health.
What made Dr. Mak’s session particularly valuable was a message that went beyond the seniors themselves: he spoke directly to younger family members about their role in caregiving and early detection. A daughter who notices her mother repeating the same question. A son who realises his father has stopped reading the newspaper. These small observations, Dr. Mak explained, can be the difference between early intervention and a missed opportunity.
Health education delivered with warmth, in a setting where people feel safe — that is community care at its most effective.
10 Peak II Volunteers on the Ground
Peak II Foundation deployed 10 volunteers to support the carnival. Their role went well beyond logistics. Our volunteers spent the afternoon in conversation with the elderly participants — sitting with them during the magic show, walking them between activities, and simply being present in the way that matters most to someone who may not have had a visitor all week.
For our volunteers, the day was a reminder of something Peak II Foundation believes deeply: that the elderly are not a problem to be managed. They are people to be valued, listened to, and celebrated. Every conversation our volunteers had — about a resident’s grandchildren, about what Lok Wah used to look like, about whether the magician’s trick was real — was an act of connection that no programme design can manufacture. It happens only when people genuinely show up.
Building the Ecosystem
The carnival also provided an opportunity for Peak II Foundation to connect with fellow charitable organisations and community leaders, including Kwun Tong District Councillors Mr. Tsang Wing-fai, Mr. Lam Wai, and Mr. Lee Ka-hang, whose presence and support reinforced the importance of cross-sector collaboration in serving our elderly population.
Peak II Foundation believes that no single organisation can address the complex needs of ageing communities alone. Events like this strengthen the web of relationships — between charities, local government, medical professionals, and volunteers — that make sustained community support possible.
About the Organiser
DreamWorks Foundation (夢同行慈善基金) is a Hong Kong registered charity that provides support to the elderly, persons with disabilities, grassroots families, and individuals facing illness — helping them access resources and, where possible, fulfil their dreams.
At a Glance 🧓 100+ seniors participated 🙋 10 Peak II Foundation volunteers deployed 🧠 Brain health talk by Dr. Mak Wai-kit, Specialist in Neurosurgery 🎩 Interactive magic show for National Day celebrations 🤝 Cross-sector engagement with District Councillors and partner organisations
At Peak II Foundation, we believe that caring for our seniors means more than providing services — it means being present, listening with patience, and ensuring that every elderly person feels seen, valued, and connected. We are grateful to the DreamWorks Foundation for creating this space, and to our volunteers who gave their Sunday to make it warmer.
2025 年 9 月 28 日舉行的 國慶健腦長者嘉年華 已圓滿落幕！活動吸引了 超過百位長者 參加，大家一同度過了一個愉快又充實的星期日。崇嶺基金會 派出 10 名義工 全力支援活動，義工們除了協助現場運作外，也主動與長者交流，傳遞關懷與支持，營造溫馨友善的氛圍。
寓教於樂的嘉年華活動
主辦機構 夢同行慈善基金會 特別安排了 精彩魔術表演 作為嘉年華開幕。魔術師與樂華區的街坊們互動熱烈，驚喜不斷，現場洋溢著國慶的歡樂氣氛。此外，神經外科專科醫生麥偉傑醫生 進行了深入淺出的健康分享，講解 中風、認知障礙與腦部健康 等重要議題，提醒長者關注身體狀況，同時也讓年輕一輩更了解照顧家人的重要性，強調家庭之間緊密的連結。
加強合作，共建社區
活動期間，崇嶺基金會亦與多個慈善機構的夥伴交流互動。這次合作經驗讓我們期待未來可以共同推動更多項目，為社區帶來更大支援。我們衷心感謝 觀塘區區議會議員 的大力支持，特別鳴謝 曾榮輝先生、林瑋先生、李嘉恒先生（排名不分先後）。他們的出席為活動增添意義，也鼓勵我們繼續努力。
展望未來
感謝所有參加者、義工及支持單位的投入與熱情。
讓我們一起關注長者健康與安全，攜手共建更健康、更幸福的社區！
