The first time we ever visited a social home was during our college days back in 2007. That one time the same group of friends had gone to an orphanage home to celebrate Holi Festival with children from the age group of 2 yrs - 16 yrs. That year Holi was such a wonderful time, to be able to celebrate it with children who were so excited to have us over, little angels flaunting their toys and little possessions; seeking attention and love from the bunch of us who had visited them. That Holi truly made our day festive and memorable and we knew we had to do this again soon.
I admire and am proud of my group of friends; for we have have managed to tick off Some of the many items on our Friends Wish list. One of them being visiting an Old Age Home this year on Holi. Nikita & Me had planned this activity a week prior to the day; we managed to get donations from our dear friends Saroj, Gunjan, Prakshal, Sanket & Ronak and decided to visit Shepherd Old Age Home for Widows. We bought the ladies shawls, hand towels and snacks. On the day we realized the pleasant coincidence that 8th March was also Women's Day :)
Upon reaching the home, I must admit initially we were pretty lost on how to go about making the day fun and memorable for them. So we decided to play games and keep it short. During the game session it amazed us to see the elderly lot; some of whom couldn't even speak, managed to sing songs and recite prayers with such enthusiasm! They were very supportive and encouraging of our presence and eventually we were glad to know they liked the gifts we bought them. When we were leaving the administrator informed us that there was a shortage of basic medicines that they are unable to provide to the ladies with the current donations. We decided to pool together and inform our social circles about this requirement. The plan is to either collect money or the mentioned medicines; buy the balance items and send it to the home by beginning of each month.
Your contribution either in the funds or in sending medicines will be appreciated :)
Cheers to another meaningful day and beautiful experience!
Reference :
Shepherd Windows Home
15/A, Shepherd Road, Off Clare Road, Nagpada, Near Byculla Station, Byculla (W) Mumbai- 400 008
I admire and am proud of my group of friends; for we have have managed to tick off Some of the many items on our Friends Wish list. One of them being visiting an Old Age Home this year on Holi. Nikita & Me had planned this activity a week prior to the day; we managed to get donations from our dear friends Saroj, Gunjan, Prakshal, Sanket & Ronak and decided to visit Shepherd Old Age Home for Widows. We bought the ladies shawls, hand towels and snacks. On the day we realized the pleasant coincidence that 8th March was also Women's Day :)
Upon reaching the home, I must admit initially we were pretty lost on how to go about making the day fun and memorable for them. So we decided to play games and keep it short. During the game session it amazed us to see the elderly lot; some of whom couldn't even speak, managed to sing songs and recite prayers with such enthusiasm! They were very supportive and encouraging of our presence and eventually we were glad to know they liked the gifts we bought them. When we were leaving the administrator informed us that there was a shortage of basic medicines that they are unable to provide to the ladies with the current donations. We decided to pool together and inform our social circles about this requirement. The plan is to either collect money or the mentioned medicines; buy the balance items and send it to the home by beginning of each month.
Your contribution either in the funds or in sending medicines will be appreciated :)
Cheers to another meaningful day and beautiful experience!
Shepherd Windows Home
15/A, Shepherd Road, Off Clare Road, Nagpada, Near Byculla Station, Byculla (W) Mumbai- 400 008
