‘I was completely healed’: When caring for community cats brings comfort and purpose

In a world concerned with mental health, caring for community cats can be a surprising balm.

Madam Piry Lim, the "cat mother" of Mei Ling Street, recovered from depression after seeking companionship from her feline friends. ST PHOTO: CHIN SOO FANG
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No fights. No hisses. They wait patiently in silence at their usual spots in Mei Ling Street before the sun sets.

Some residents walking past these community cats would stop to pat them, or snap pictures of their favourite ones.  

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