Elderly Home
Our Journey & Mission
The seed of our mission was planted in 1994 in Mehendarda. After years of hands-on experience running a compassionate shelter, Pujya Bapu officially established the Homes For the Elderly Trust (HFET) in 1999.
Our Core Objectives
- Dignified Living: Build welcoming homes for senior citizens who cannot live with their families.
- Holistic Elderly Care: Provide complete welfare, comfort, and safety for those in need.
- Medical Support: Ensure round-the-clock and specialized healthcare access.
- Community Relief: Deliver aid during natural disasters, accidents, and emergencies.
100% Free Service
All HFET homes operate on a completely non-profit, cost-free basis. We collect no fees from residents.
From boarding, nutritious meals, and clothing to medical treatments and personal care—every single expense is covered entirely by the Trust and our compassionate supporters.
Community Outreach: Monthly Food Kit Scheme
Beyond our residential homes, HFET is deeply committed to supporting vulnerable elders in nearby communities. Every month, our trust prepares and distributes essential food kits to around 200 needy senior citizens across the surrounding villages of Visavadar.
Each Monthly Kit Contains Essential Staples
Vrudhdhashram at Brahmanand Vidhya Dham, Chaparda
Nestled within the peaceful surroundings of Brahmanand Vidhya Dham in Chaparda, our Vrudhdhashram provides a loving home to 98 elderly residents (49 women and 49 men). Here, every individual is cared for with deep devotion, dignity, and respect.
Key Highlights of Our Care
- Comprehensive Daily Care: Residents receive all essential personal items, daily toiletries, and seasonal clothing, including winter woolens and monsoon gear.
- Healthcare & Nutrition: We provide full medical care, routine health monitoring, and fresh, wholesome meals daily.
- Spiritual & Social Well-being: Days are enriched with daily group prayers, Satsang, and occasional local outings hosted by visiting well-wishers.
- Annual Pilgrimages: The Trust organises yearly trips and holy pilgrimages across India, including visits to Haridwar, Somnath, Dwarka, and Gupt Prayag.
Resident Demographics & Statistics
Geographic Background (District-wise)
| District / Region | Residents |
|---|---|
| Junagadh | 27 |
| Amreli | 16 |
| Rajkot | 12 |
| Mumbai | 10 |
| Surat | 07 |
| Bhavnagar | 05 |
| Ahmedabad | 05 |
| Porbandar | 03 |
| Srinagar | 02 |
| Gir-Somnath | 08 |
| Others (Morbi, Mehsana, Jamnagar) | 03 |
| Total | 98 |
Note: Includes residents served across home branches and catchment areas.
Caste & Educational Profiles
| Community / Caste | Count | Community / Caste | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brahman | 15 | Bavaji | 06 |
| Pali | 15 | Mochi (Harijan) | 04 |
| Darji | 09 | Ahir | 04 |
| Vaniya | 06 | Darbar | 04 |
| Luhar | 06 | Kumbhar | 04 |
| Lohana | 05 | Bagi | 03 |
| Suthar | 03 | Soni | 03 |
| Vanand | 03 | Others | 08 |
Education Level
| Education Level | Resident Count |
|---|---|
| Illiterate | 43 |
| Primary Education | 37 |
| Secondary Education | 15 |
| Higher Secondary (H.S.C.) | 00 |
| Graduate | 01 |
| Post Graduate | 02 |
| Total | 98 |
Daily Life & Activities at Vrudhashram
We encourage our residents to stay active, connected, and joyful through a variety of daily hobbies and community experiences:
- Gardening: Elders with a passion for nature tend to our lush courtyard gardens, finding peace in nurturing plants and flowers.
- Reading & Learning: Literate residents frequently visit the nearby school library to read newspapers, magazines, and spiritual texts, or bring books back to the ashram.
- Storytelling & Knowledge Sharing: In the evenings, senior residents gather to share lifetime wisdom, stories, and reflections on culture and religion.
- Music & Bhajans: After evening refreshments, residents come together to sing bhajans and devotional songs.
- Recreation & News: Elders enjoy tuning into radio broadcasts for music, news, and sports commentary, or relaxing together in the evening to watch classic television epics like Ramayana and Mahabharata.
- Acts of Service (Seva): Energetic residents regularly assist peers who have mobility challenges, help serve meals in the dining hall, and offer support in the kitchen— fostering a deep sense of family and purpose.
- Tours & Outings: Once or twice a year, we organize fully supported pilgrimage tours to sacred places like Haridwar, Dwarka, Somnath, and Sattadhar.
Similar Vrudhashrams are operated in Mehndarda, Gupt Prayag, Gandhinagar & Adhoi.
