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Join Hands With Akshaya Trust And Give 252+ Elderly Hope During Their Final Years
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For 20 years now, Gopalan has been working towards one mission - giving abandoned elderlies hope during the last few years of their lives. Today he is a son to hundreds of senior citizens who have no one else to call family.
“All these parents have toiled all their lives to give their children a good future, but when they need them the most, these very children abandon them. Is their value only when they are able to provide for their children? Don’t these parents deserve to be loved, especially in their last years?” - Gopalan, Founder, Akshaya Trust
Akshaya Trust Is Their Home For Life
Gopalan, an industrialist, started Akshaya Trust in 2001 and has given a home to hundreds of elderly since then. He currently looks after 252+ senior citizens, around 60 of whom are completely immobile. Akshaya Trust operates in Chennai as well as in Mudichur, Pallikaranai, and Valasaravakkam.
“Even though they’re struggling and are in pain, they know that I will take care of them no matter what. That’s the trust they have in me, and I don’t want to let them down.”
After a lifetime of responsibilities and duties, these elderlies are abandoned by their families as they’re considered a burden. Many of them are too old and weak to fend for themselves, they’re thrown out of their homes, have no shelter or food, and suffer from illnesses. Many of them are sad and lonely in their last years. This is not the life they deserve.
At Akshaya Trust, abandoned elderlies are given food, shelter, care, and a life of dignity. With 4 fresh meals a day and regular check-ups, the residents here are finally in comfort. Akshaya Trust operates in Chennai as well as homes in Mudichur, Pallikaranai, Valasaravakkam, Pallavakkam, and Velapanchavadi.
Kindness Has Kept Them Going, But Now They’re Struggling
A few years back, Akshaya Trust saw many visitors who wanted to spare their time to bring a little happiness to the lives of the elderly. Their efforts went beyond donations as they would spend time with the residents, play games, perform for them, and have conversations with them. But now it is different.
“We’re struggling to look after our residents now. And these elderly are my family. Without your help, I won’t be able to continue giving them healthy meals every day. Your support will ensure we never have to worry about feeding these parents.”
Gopalan now needs help to get grocery kits so that he can continue to give the 252+ elders nutritious meals.
About the NGO:
Gopalan, an industrialist, started Akshaya Trust in 2003 to give a home to abandoned and destitute elders. He currently looks after 225 senior citizens, around 60+ of whom are completely immobile. Akshaya Trust operates in Chennai as well as in Mudichur, Pallikaranai, Valasaravakkam, Paalavakkam, and Velapanchavadi.
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