“Vriddhi”- 3 Elderly Day Programme
The "Vriddhi" - 3 Elderly Day Programme at AJ Hospital & Research Centre was a successful and engaging event that focused on the health, well-being, and Birthday celebration of elderly members. The theme for the event was "Christmas Celebration," making it as a joyous occasion for everyone’s participation.
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Health check-ups were conducted, including memory tests, blood pressure (BP), sugar level, BMI, and nutritional assessments. Physiotherapy assessments were also carried. New members were registered. |
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Mrs. Primrose, Asst. Lecturer, AJIHM, and Ms. Sneha, 1st year MHA student, were the Masters of Ceremony for the event. They welcomed all guests, elderly members, and staff. The theme of "Christmas celebration" was highlighted with a grand entry of Santa Claus by spreading love and joy and cheerful music. Santa distributed chocolates. Performance on Christmas dance items and elderly members danced with students and Santa Claus. |
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Dr. Naveen Rodrigues, Consultant Palliative Care Physician, delivered a health talk on the overview and health problems of aging. Elderly members actively participated and cleared their doubts on on diet, sleeping patterns, Physical Exercise etc. for seniors. Dr. Naveen answered all the queries of elderly members by suggesting the remedies. |
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Mr. Ramesh Rao, Former Vice President, MASCA, discussed the Maintenance Act and legal procedures for elderly members. What are the procedure for legal help?
“Monthly magazine for senior citizens, varista vahini”, Pamphlets on guidelines for spouses/legal heirs were distributed, providing essential information. Other pamphlets on importance, usage and Nutritional value of Millets, Thirty Useful tips for better living distributed to all. |
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Dr. Amitha P. Marla, Director Medical Administration, emphasized the importance of the "Vriddhi" elderly members group, its objectives, the significance of attending monthly meetings, and improving the connectivity etc. |
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