SAAVLI – Elderly Support
Caring, Supporting & Uplifting Our Senior Citizens
SAAVLI – Elderly Support
Description
Saavli – Elderly Support Program is a community-based initiative of JVS that provides emotional, social, and health-related support to senior citizens living in vulnerable urban settlements.
Many elderly individuals in communities like Mankhurd and Chikuwadi live alone or without regular family care. Through Saavli, JVS creates a safe and caring environment where seniors can stay active, healthy, and socially connected.
The program includes:
Regular health check-ups , Medical Support and doctor consultations
Yoga, meditation, and physiotherapy sessions
Cultural activities, storytelling, Recreation and group interactions
Counselling and emotional support
Assistance in accessing government schemes for seniors
The aim is to ensure that every elderly person receives dignity, companionship, and continued well-being in their later years.
Activity Details
Location:
Chikuwadi & Mankhurd, Mumbai
Date:
Ongoing
Category:
Health & Nutrition
Beneficiaries:
171 senior citizens
Supported By:
Non-Funded Community Initiative