1. Isolation – 

Neglect is harming aged persons, and they are separated from everyone. That results in their being completely isolated from their known environment. They often become aloof and intolerant of the society where they were once a part. Such tendency creates stress, trauma and causes mental/health damage.

2. Mental Depression – 

The ageing persons need love and care from their known environment. They need attention and priority. With age, a person becomes more sensitive. Thus, a harsh environment causes mental health to degrade. 

3. Health Damage –

Without proper care or attention, there is more chance of an aged person to become physically weak and unstable. Continuing in such a state may lead to various chronic ailments beyond recovery.

4. Threat of Life and Assets –

In various circumstances, it is seen that old people who are alone or neglected remain at risk of their life and asset. Due to their age and physical state, they cannot come forward to seek help. In many cases, they face restrictions too, which is an offence but often overlooked.

5. Social Ignorance – 

Ethically, it is essential to treat every individual same irrespective of their age. However, old people are often socially deprived and suppressed from their deserved benefits/provisions/choices. Such differences make them vulnerable.

Anand Dham Activities: Anand Dham Initiatives for Senior Citizens include health support, secured shelter, mind healing options and social interactivity sessions. We provide Senior Citizen Caregiving training to our volunteers, and they work dedicatedly to help these deprived souls. Anand Dham Trust celebrates Shradha Parv on 2nd October to support and care for senior citizens.