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The Silver Lining celebrates its 7th anniversary in operation. This video shows our journey and how TSL has positively impact the lives of ex-gamblers and ex-debtors. As a non profit organisation and a full member of National Council of Social Service, we provide counselling, debt management education and crisis intervention.

Testimony: Steven Koh and his wife Lena Chua

After Steven declared bankrupt, but still continued his gambling ways. With harassment from debt collectors and the stress faced by his loved ones, his relationship with his family and friends quickly deteriorated. At his lowest point, he was introduced to TSL by his wife, who knew of TSL through a friend. He thought, "There's no harm trying." And that was the beginning the transformation of his life.

After one year, he is debt free, his marriage restored, and is even working full time at TSL, to help others with a similar past to regain their footing in life.

Testimony: Raymond Song and his wife Lena Lim

At his lowest point, Raymond attempted suicide, but thankfully, the stool broke before he could jumped.

Raymond's life then took a turning point when his wife introduced him to TSL. Today, he has left gambling and he is living a new life.

Interview at Channel 8 Chinese Current Program, Hello Singapore 狮城有约 on Moneylenders (Amendment) Bill passed on 8 Jan 2018

THE STORY OF "AH LOO"

“I had a stable job, but became addicted to horse-racing. In the end, I owed 4 banks a total of $50,000! I tried to kick the habit thrice but failed. Fortunately my wife accompanied me to a Silver Lining course she found, where I met a lot of ex-problem gamblers. They taught me how to take my own responsibility, and repay my debt bit by bit, so that I can regain my dignity!”

"我有稳定的工作，却喜欢赌马，结果欠了四间银行五万元！我三次戒赌失败，后来太太陪我参加晨曦的课程，认识了很多前赌徒。他们教导我扛起责任，自己一点一滴偿还债务，重拾我的尊严！"

THE STORY OF “MATTHEW"

“In order to end the harassment from loan sharks, I had to sell my flat and roam the streets with my family. Eventually, I joined Silver Lining’s problem gambling course and met many ex-problem gamblers. They even taught me how to be a hawker, and life became more secure for my family and me. Now, I can see happiness ahead!”

"为了结束阿窿精神上的折磨，我把房子卖了，和妻儿流离失所。后来我参加了晨曦的戒赌课程，认识很多前赌友。他们教我做小贩的技能，让我和家人的生活稳定下来。现在，我看得到幸福了！"

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