Dignity in old age — how the Trust supports the elderly

For dozens of elderly men and women living alone in rural Bengal, a weekly visit from the Trust's care team is the difference between dignity and despair.

In a small, two-room home near Mohdevpur, an 82-year-old woman lives alone. Her children migrated to the city years ago and rarely visit. Her pension barely covers food. Until last year, she went weeks without anyone checking on her.

Today, a member of the IQUZ Galaxy Trust's elder care team visits her every week. They bring medicines, a bag of groceries, and — perhaps most importantly — conversation. "I used to feel invisible," she says quietly. "Now I know someone is coming."

Across our districts, the Trust's social welfare programme currently reaches over 50 elderly persons in similar situations — through weekly visits, in-kind support, and a network of volunteers who give their time. For those who have no family or support system, the Trust's old-age residential home provides a safe, dignified place to live.

The Trust also facilitates access to government welfare schemes, pension entitlements and medical referrals for elderly beneficiaries — ensuring they receive what they are legally entitled to, not just charitable support.

Growing old should not mean being left behind. If you would like to support our elder care work — with a donation, a volunteer visit, or by sponsoring a resident at our old-age home — please get in touch.