Being Chau Kuok: Living with Down Syndrome | Enabling Masterplan 2030

“Before she passed, I said, ‘Mother, please don’t go. If you go, I will be sad,’” he said.

His father Henry Guan said the pair have become even closer since his wife’s death and his two younger children left home after getting married.

“Chau Kuok has been my good company since my wife passed on. When he comes back from work, he gives me a lot of joy, he will crack jokes. He is a very lovable and caring boy,” he said.

The younger Mr Guan has Down Syndrome, a chromosomal disorder that impacts a person’s physical features, intellect and physical development and occurs in about one in 700 births here. He has also been diagnosed with mild intellectual disability.

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[folliesofmen]

What a sweet boy. Must have been daddy's pillar of support after losing his wife. Hope they can keep each other company for many more years to come.

[lazyjane]

What a lovely sweet boy and kudos to the dad for being such a loving and strong father. 👍🏻

[taneunice]

Daddy is a lovely n responsible person. So happy for Chua Kuok to be in this family!!

[shanthi]

Sir you are the best dad, amazing seeing how you support and encourage your son. You make him feel normal, encourage him all the time to strive and think positive about life. God bless you and your family.

[kelvinlee]

There is a special place in heaven for Henry and Chau Kuok. Being next to the mother. Meanwhile please lead a safe and happy life.

[magh]

Such a sweet and lovable boy. Praises to the daddy for being so caring and a strong support. Lots of blessings and happiness to both of you.

[parulrathore]

It's only 2 mins and I'm already in tears when he said "mother please don't go" !😭😭

[josephfong]

Chau Kuok is lucky to be supported by his family as well as an understanding employer to give him the opportunity to be gainfully employed

[hannah]

This is practising all the right values in a family! And corporately as a society !

[arfkml]

What an amazing dad. Certainly brought up a great son too. 😊 we definitely need more people like the both of them

[pxelware]

it's kinda strange that everyone is calling him a boy, this guy is a grown up man and I'm honestly proud of him for managing to have a great life despite difficulties :] adults also have downs syndrome and that doesn't make them less adults yknow, people have needs sometimes and it's nice to see that his father is there to help ♡

[ji]

Chau kok is such a cheerful n sweet person, cheeky too. His dad and family support has played a huge part molding him into such a delightful character. The bond and positivity between them is so wonderful n not common in most families. Kudos to Intercontinental Hotel Bugis n its staff giving him the opportunity to work. It's so important to have a sense of contribution n achievement.

[lydiat]

What a wonderful father-son pair, hope they will live happily ever after.

[toixcchicken]

respect to the father, can also understand why the rest of the siblings don't want to appear on screen

[dt]

Such an amazing & wonderful daddy. Respect 👍💪

[PulunganHadee]

I couldn't stop my tears, watching this.

[jennieloh]

I’m so proud of Chau Kuok after watching this video. He’s a sweet, filial and likeable child!

[gerry]

A beautiful story and such a handsome young man, got wet eyes....I wish them all good things.

[BlackestEyes]

Where did my life start going downhill? Been many years since i blew candles out and had people sing me happy birthday.I hate my life but i'm happy for him

[jennycandela]

The father is very loving to his son and the son is very kind person. All his employees are so kind and patience too. Thank you for sharing your beautiful story 🥰