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APS Bank Partners with HSF Health Plan (Malta) to Enhance Employee Wellbeing

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APS Bank has announced a new partnership with HSF Health Plan (Malta), a provider of health cash plans that reimburse everyday healthcare expenses.  This collaboration reinforces APS Bank’s commitment to employee wellbeing.  Members of the APS Occupational Pension Scheme, a second pillar pension arrangement that allows companies and organisations to set-up retirement benefits for their employees, will now benefit from access to an annual dental check-up or eye vision test.

This targeted additional benefit provides members with essential preventative care, while helping to reduce out-of-pocket health costs. These practical steps towards supporting overall wellbeing through early detection and regular check-ups are provided free of charge, alongside  the retirement benefits of the APS Occupational Pension Scheme.  As members of the pension scheme, APS Bank employees will also benefit from these valuable additional benefits.

“We are proud to be collaborating with HSF as our partner for providing all members of the APS Occupational Pension Scheme with free access to an annual eye test or dental check-up,” said Mark Lamb, Corporate Schemes Manager at APS Bank. “Around half of sight loss within the population is avoidable through early detection, while the perceived cost of visiting a dentist is surely one of the reasons why people are putting this off.  Employers who set-up an APS Occupational Pension Holders Scheme for their staff are truly investing in their future.”

This partnership marks another step in the growing momentum HSF Health Plan (Malta) is seeing across the local market. Earlier this year, the Foundation for Human Resources Development (FHRD) also joined HSF Health Plan (Malta) as a partner, launching a tailored health plan for its professional HR members.

“We are proud to partner with HSF Health Plan (Malta) to bring meaningful health and wellness solutions to our Professional HR Members,” said Karen Muscat Baldacchino, CEO of FHRD. “At FHRD, we recognise that HR professionals play a vital role in supporting the well-being of others, but their own health and peace of mind are equally important. This collaboration reflects our ongoing commitment to empowering our members not just professionally, but personally. Together with HSF Health Plan, we’re ensuring that those who care for others are also cared for.”

HSF Health Plan (Malta) is the local trading arm of the Hospital Saturday Fund, a UK and Ireland-based charity that reinvests 100% of surplus income into health-related causes. This means that each corporate partnership delivers value to employees while supporting charitable causes that make a difference across Malta.

As the world of work continues to evolve, organisations like APS Bank and FHRD are showing that long-term resilience starts with care – for health, for people, and for the communities they serve.

Ray Micallef, General Manager & Executive Director at HSF Health Plan (Malta), added: “With each new partnership, we’re seeing a stronger shift towards purposeful benefits that care for people inside and outside the workplace. We’re delighted to welcome APS Bank and FHRD on board and look forward to supporting their team’s wellbeing journey.”

This collaboration further positions HSF Health Plan (Malta) as a growing force in employee health solutions, offering companies a benefits platform that is both practical and philanthropic.

 

 

About HSF Health Plan (Malta)

HSF Health Plan (Malta) provides accessible and affordable health cash plans designed to support the everyday health and wellbeing of employees and individuals across Malta. As part of HSF Health Plan – a trusted provider with over 150 years of experience and a charitable mission at its core, we work closely with organisations to offer meaningful health benefits that make a real difference. All surplus from HSF Health Plan supports health-related causes through the Hospital Saturday Fund, helping to create a lasting positive impact in the communities we serve.

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HSF Health Plan Malta: Where HR Leaders Drive Positive Change

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Left to right: Adrian Button, Head of Sales and Marketing UK & EU, HSF Health Plan, Glyn Tomlinson, GMC Member, The Hospital Saturday Fund, Mark Davies, Trustee, The Hospital Saturday Fund, Ana Vega, Executive Assistant to the Group Chief Executive, The Hospital Saturday Fund, Josette Frendo, Founder, Smiling with Jerome Foundation, Marianne Bonnici, Committee Member, Smiling with Jerome Foundation and Paul Jackson, Group Chief Executive, The Hospital Saturday Fund.

At HSF Health Plan Malta, we are committed to supporting the Maltese community. This is why we pass all our profits to our parent charity, The Hospital Saturday Fund to make grants to charities that are making a real difference in people’s lives.

We have proudly supported five incredible charities including Smiling with Jerome Foundation and the Richmond Foundation.

Smiling with Jerome Foundation offers vital support to families dealing with childhood cancer. The Chemo Bags of Hope Initiative provides essential items to young cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. They have also helped schools provide specialised outdoor play equipment for children with special needs. Additionally, they provide support, assistance, and compassion for those going through the hardest times.

The Richmond Foundation is Malta’s leading NGO in providing community services for those with mental health challenges. They offer a wide range of support services, including assisted living, in-home assistance, support groups, and psychological support. The Richmond Foundation is committed to educating the public and promoting mental well-being to combat stigma.

Left to right: Adrian Button, Head of Sales and Marketing UK & EU, HSF Health Plan, Daniela Calleja Bitar, Interim CEO, Richmond Foundation, Ana Vega, Executive Assistant to the Group Chief Executive, The Hospital Saturday Fund, and Paul Clare, Managing Director, HSF Health Plan.

Charitable Grants Awarded

  • Emanuele Cancer Research Organisation
  • Hospice Malta
  • Richmond Foundation
  • Smiling with Jerome Foundation
  • The Malta Foundation

Healthcare That Gives Back: Join the HSF Difference

By choosing HSF Health Plan Malta, you are not only providing your employees with access to top-tier healthcare benefits such as dental, optical, and General Practitioner services, but you are also becoming a catalyst for positive change in the lives of those in need. It’s healthcare with a heart. Join us in making a tangible and positive impact in Malta.

To learn more about HSF Health Plan Malta and the charities that we support, please visit https://hsfhealthplan.com.mt/