Reimagining Intermediate Care: Reflections From the Community Hospital of the Future (CHoF) Pilot in Singapore
Justin Guang Jie Lee1, Qin Xiang Ng1,2, Richard Wing Hong Chan3
1Regional Health System Office, National University Health System, Singapore.
Abstract:
As Singapore's population ages, community hospitals must evolve to meet increasingly complex care needs. In this perspective, we share reflections from leading the Community Hospital of the Future (CHoF) pilot at Jurong Community Hospital-a national initiative to enhance intermediate care. The pilot introduced proactive screening, expanded diagnostic capabilities, and intensified rehabilitation services. We reflect on the operational and policy challenges encountered, including fragmented data systems, workforce limitations, and financing gaps. The CHoF experience offers practical insights for other health systems seeking to strengthen sub-acute care as part of an integrated care strategy for ageing populations.
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