"VRIDDHI" 14 ELDERLY ENGAGEMENT PROGRAMME
Date: Wednesday, 18th December 2024
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Venue: Conference Hall, A J Hospital & Research Centre
The 14th Vriddhi Elderly Engagement Programme was successfully conducted on 18th December 2024. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from elderly members, internal committee members, and guests, making it a memorable experience for all.
Programme Highlights;
- Welcome and Information Sharing
The event commenced at 9:00 AM with a warm welcome to all participants. This was followed by:
- Service Display by the CRO:
- Distribution of the Geriatric Care Brochure.
- Information on Sharada Yoga & Naturopathy OPD and daycare services.
- A demo session on Vayah Vikas Registration.
- A short video showcasing the essence of the Vriddhi Programme was played, highlighting its achievements and initiatives.
- Health Talk
A health talk on "Common Dental Problems in Seniors and How to Prevent Them" was delivered by Dr. Priyanka Shetty, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Oral Pathology, A J Institute of Dental Sciences. The session was informative, and an engaging Q&A session followed, allowing members to address their dental health concerns.
- Exercise and Informational Talk
An exercise session led by Sharada Naturopathy OPD staff rejuvenated the members, followed by a brief talk on "Parkinson's Disorder Management in Naturopathy."
- Awareness Session
Mr. Shankar Ranganathan, Head of Operations, Karnataka Chapter, Vayah Vikas, conducted an awareness session on:
- Cyber Fraud prevention strategies for seniors.
- Information on the Ayushman Bharat Vayo Vandana Card Scheme.
The session received an enthusiastic response, with many members actively engaging in the discussion.
- Entertainment and Celebrations
- December Birthday Celebrations: Birthday members were introduced to Santa Claus and joined the stage for a joyous cake-cutting ceremony.
- Christmas Celebration:
- Santa’s grand entrance, accompanied by carols and mingling with members.
- A vibrant dance performance by students.
- Carol singing and fun games that brought smiles to everyone’s faces.
- Kuswar and Cake Distribution: Members contributed cakes and traditional Kuswar snacks, which were shared with everyone present.
- Health Checkups
Health checkups for the elderly continued from 12:00 PM onwards for those who missed the earlier sessions.
- Meeting with NGO/Association Heads
A meeting with NGO and association heads, including representatives from LIC and MCF, was conducted at 1:00 PM to discuss collaborative initiatives and the future direction of Vriddhi programmes.
- Visit to Abhaya Ashram
At 2:30 PM, a group of eight elderly members, along with the Vayah Vikas team, visited Abhaya Ashram. The visit was a heartwarming experience, allowing members to interact with the residents and contribute to the cause.
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