R ARIVANANTHAM
CHENNAI, MAY 30
City headquartered Athulya Senior Care, a prominent name in the country’s senior care landscape, on Tuesday announced the launch of dedicated Dementia Care Services at Pallavaram in Chennai.
- The state government is in the process of establishing a model Senior Care Centre in Kancheepuram district: Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Minister P Geetha Jeevan
- The Social Welfare Department is mulling to organize awareness programmes to sensitize the students on Senior Care on Gandhi Jayanthi (October 2).
- Do call 9884945900 or visit www.athulyaseniorcare.com
The specialized service of Athulya Senior Care was launched by the Tamil Nadu Minister for Social Welfare and Women Empowerment P Geetha Jeevan in the presence of Dr Karthik Narayan, Founder & MD, Athulya Senior Care, and G Srinivasan, Founder & CEO, Athulya Senior Care.
Addressing after inaugurating the Athulya Dementia Care, the minister said, “The people’s government led by the dynamic leadership of Chief Minister M K Stalin is taking various steps to regularize the functioning of Senior Care and children’s homes across the state. As many as 89 children’s homes functioned without obtaining legal permission from the social welfare department were closed.”
Keeping in mind the welfare of the senior citizens, the Chief Minister had launched pension scheme and over 1 lakh senior citizens were given monthly pension. Apart from this, the government is also extending grant/financial assistance to over 150 Senior Citizens’ Homes across the district, the Minister added.
She also said that the government is in the process of establishing a model Senior Care Centre in Kancheepuram district. Land has been acquired for this purpose. The Detailed Project Report (DPR) has been prepared and sent for the approval of the Chief Minister by the Social Welfare Department. The model senior care centre will be established with all the necessary facilities needed for the seniors.
Talking to navjeevanexpress.com, the minister said that the growing number of Senior Citizens’ Homes is not a symbol of healthy society. Hence, the department is conducting awareness programmes among the public to sensitise how to take care of senior citizens who had invested their heart soul for their wards/families.
The Social Welfare Department is mulling to organize awareness programmes to sensitize the students on Senior Care on Gandhi Jayanthi (October 2).
G Srinivasan, Founder & CEO, Athulya Senior Care said, “Our goal is to create an atmosphere of warmth, security, and understanding. We are here to care for those who once cared for us, and that’s a responsibility we don’t take lightly.”
In his address, Dr Karthik Narayan, Founder & MD and Geriatric specialist, said, “We are committed to deliver a comprehensive and personalized care plans for each and every resident of our centres. We aim to foster an environment where they can maintain their dignity, enjoy engaging activities, and receive the highest standard of medical care.”
Dr Narayan further said, “Dementia is not just about forgetting things. It’s a condition that impacts the person’s daily life and even alters their personality. At Athulya, we are here to provide all-round support – medical, emotional, and social. Our approach is not just to care but to connect, understand, and empower.”
Features of Athulya Dementia Care
Athulya Dementia Care stands for transparency in communication, alleviation of symptoms, and an unwavering focus on treatments designed to improve overall well-being and the quality of life for residents. With its safe and homely environment, engaging activities, personalized care plans, and compassionate care, Athulya sets the gold standard in dementia care.
Marking a key expansion to Athulya’s rapidly growing senior care infrastructure, the addition of Dementia Care services augments the wide range of senior care service being provided across Athulya Senior Care facilities spanning 1,000+ beds. It is a testament to Athulya’s steadfast commitment to providing holistic, specialized care for seniors grappling with serious conditions such as dementia.
Multi-disciplinary approach for Dementia
Athulya Dementia Care Service brings together a multidisciplinary approach that caters to the physical, emotional, and cognitive needs of seniors. With a dedicated team of seasoned doctors and nurses, they are adept at managing various forms of dementia, including Alzheimer’s, Vascular Dementia, Lewy Body Dementia, and Frontotemporal Dementia.
To avail services do call 9884945900 or visit www.athulyaseniorcare.com
