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A Glimpse of History
The Cozy Home was first conceived as a retirement home for “holy servants” by the late Rev Canon Chan Kai Ming in around 1977, and All Saints’ Church Kuala Lumpur adopted and pursued the project. The Cozy Home Building Committee, headed by Mr. Peter Yuen, was formed in early 1980s and the 'Cozy Home Building Fund' was subsequently set up. A long-drawn fundraising drive and project planning then ensued. The scope of the Home was later enlarged to accommodate the elderly (senior citizens).
Milestones:
2003
Bishop Tan Sri Dr Lim Cheng Ean offered the Diocesan land where St. Mark’s Church and the former maternity clinic were sited. Development planning was applied and subsequently approved.
10 July 2004
Ground Breaking was performed by Bishop Lim, and onwards building construction works commenced.
- The Building Committee was elevated to Diocesan level
- The Home was named as St. Mark’s Cozy Home
30 July 2005
Bishop Lim appointed the Board of Management, headed by Mr. Peter Yuen, with Instrument of Management duly approved by Standing Committee on 8 September 2005.
November 2006
Shell and core building was completed. Finishing and onwards touches and remedial works were carried out. Active steps were taken to work towards the application for Certificate of Fitness (CF).
17 March 2007
Dedication & Thanksgiving Service & Dinner was held at Cozy Home, graced by Bishop Lim.
29 June 2007
After much delay and overcoming some difficulties, approvals from various external departments were obtained, and an official inspection by MBSA (Majlis Bandaran Shah Alam) was then conducted, for the CF.
July 2007
- Bishop Ng Moon Hing appointed Bishop Lim as onwards Chairman, Board of Management, after Bishop Lim’s retirement, with Mr. Peter Yuen as Vice-Chairman
- Various steps and actions were taken to pursue CF.
- Great efforts were also taken to equip the Home.
- Mr. Andrew Lai was appointed, in October 2007, as Manager (Hon.) to oversee and manage the initial operations of the Home.
24 December 2007
Certificate of Fitness was issued! (Sincere appreciation and thankfulness to Tan Sri Dato Dr James Alfred.)
13 January 2008
Dedication of St. Mark’s Church cum Operation “Soft- Launch” of Cozy Home was celebrated by Bishop Ng Moon Hing.
Rooms & Rates
The Cozy Home is a 3-storey building (at a cost of about RM3.0 million) on ¾-acre land, with a field suitable for vegetable/flower gardening.
Accommodation available is as follows:
Ground Floor
4 x 4-bedded rooms (16 persons)
4 x 2-bedded rooms (8 persons)
First Floor
4 x 2-bedded rooms (8 persons)
4 x 4-bedded rooms (16 persons)
2 x 2-pax Suite (4 persons)
Second Floor
4 x 2-bedded rooms (8 persons)
2 x 2-pax Apartments (4 persons)
TOTAL: 64 persons
The Home offers competitive rates for potential residents:
Twin Sharing @RM1200.00 per month
Single Occupancy @RM1800.00 per month
Quad Sharing @ RM1000.00 per month
Apartment (Twin Sharing) @ RM1500.00 per month
Single Occupancy @ RM2500.00 per month
These rates are inclusive of accomodation, meals, caring services and laundry, but do not include medical fees.
The Home has also devised a special scheme, called Lump Sum Payment, as follows:
Apartment (RM70,000)
2-bedded Room (RM50,000)
4-bedded room (RM40,000)
Free for first 4 years, 50% of prevailing rate for the next 4 years, and full rate thereafter.
In addition, visiting families/clergy/guests may enjoy a short stay at Cozy Home at a nominal charge (approx. RM50/night). The Multi-purpose Hall and 2 Function Rooms may also be used for workshop/seminar/meeting, etc.
Mdm. Allison Cheong, a former church worker (ASC KL) and evangelist (Anglican Village Ministry), now in her early 70’s, has become the first resident of the Home, under a special arrangement. She assigned her flat, worth about RM80,000.00-RM90,000.00, in Shah Alam to the Diocese, so that she will be fully taken care of by the Cozy Home. Rev Charles Ng, and wife Dss Dorinna Tan, both assigned to Christ Church, Jinjang, have been given accommodation at Cozy Home, and they will help to keep an eye on the Home.
As of now, there are 21 residents occupying the ground floor rooms. There have been frequent and keen enquiries on admission, and more and more elderly folks are expected to take up residence there.
Environment and Daily Life
Cozy Home is to provide a Christian environment of love and care to the most-needy elderly persons, ministering to their physical and spiritual needs. The Home has adequate facilities which include recreation room, lounge, medical clinic, kitchen, outdoor space, etc., and provides proper care and service (24-hour care, with residential staff around), as well as a pleasant and secure environment.
In keeping with the Christian character, Sunday worship, daily devotion, prayer, spiritual care, Christian life and conduct, etc. for the residents, will be encouraged and facilitated.
The Home will operate, as it develops, on the following premises:
(1) A home where life is worth living --- caring and meeting needs; group social and fellowship.
(2) Physical, Mental & Spiritual Development --- Daily physical exercise; reading and mental exercise; Bible Study, etc.
(3) Handicraft, Needle Work, Wood Work/Carpentry, Gardening, etc. --- To persue personal interests, with training/teaching by professionals or social workers.
(4) DVD/VCD and Games --- Enjoyment and healthy discussion.
(5) Fun and Games – Organized outings and games; birthday parties, etc.
(6) Weekend Fellowship with Family Members – Sponsors/children are encouraged to visit their loved ones and take them out or home on weekends or holidays. Volunteers will visit the Home regularly to mix with the residents.
Concluding Remarks
It has taken a quarter of a century from conception (ideation) to a dream coming through, and we thank God for His faithfulness and guidance throughout the journey. The Diocese is proud to provide this community service to the Christian community and the general public.
As we have just begun to walk, we need to learn and experiment in our journey (operation). We need a lot of expertise, wise counsel, financial contribution, manpower support, and, most importantly, earnest prayer. Please extend us your helping hand and loving heart.
Contact
Mr. James Chee, H/P 019-2712230;
e-mail: anglican@streamyx.com
Mr. Andrew Tan, Director (Fundraising) (Hon.),
H/P 016 331 6307; e-mail: berbakti@tm.net.my
St. Mark’s Cozy Home
Lot 3720, Jalan Besar, Kg. Baru Sg. Buloh,
47000 SUNGEI BULOH, Selangor.
E-mail: anglican@streamyx.com ; ascvicar@gmail.com
By: Andrew Tan
April 2009 |
