World day of Elders

  • World day of Elders was celebrated on the 22nd of August, 2022 at 11.30 am in Uthamapalayam regional office. 65 people from SHGs took part in the function.
  • Mr. Samuthirapandiyan, the Regional Coordinator of Uthamapalayam proposed the welcome address.
  • Mrs. Eswari, a Field Staff of the Region sang an awareness song expressing the intimate relationship and affection between Mother and Daughter.
  • Mr. Justin, the Chief Coordinator spoke a few words about the importance of celebrating this day and he made us realize that we should treat the elders with respect and care for them.
  • Rev. Fr. Stalin, Asst. Secretary explained that old age is second childhood and we should take care of the elders and fulfill their wishes. As we don’t leave child in a home, so also we shouldn’t put elderly people in the home for the aged.
  • Mr. Eliyas Raja, the District Coordinator narrated the story of a small boy who took care of his blind mother.
  • Mrs. Suguna Esther Rani, the Regional Coordinator of Theni thanked everyone who participated in this special event and hence made this day into memorable one.