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Silver Innings Gero-Psychological Care Programme for Senior Citizens in India

A commendable Initaiative for the betterment of Aged population of MMRDA by the Silver Inning Foundation.


In Oct 2009 Silver Innings had launched one of its kinds in India Silver Innings Gero-Psychological Care Programme Senior Citizens in India, Holistic approach to our elderly.


Initially this Helpline/programme is available in Mumbai MMRDA region only.


One of the most important aspects of being human is our emotional or psychological nature. Our Gero-psychological care program, therefore, is founded on the belief that even the very best physical care is not sufficient as there is something more to it. During this time of transition--often from independent to community living, from self-sufficient to increasing dependency--emotional and psychological care are especially crucial.

Our elderly can encounter psychologically painful issues of loss and adjustments in lifestyle, often complicated by medical problems, memory loss, and depression requiring specialized care. We offer program that addresses the psycho-social-emotional needs of Senior Citizens. This is a specialized program that focuses on the unique psychological and emotional needs of the Elderly.


Silver Innings trusts that Elderly are best looked after and cared for in their own homes environment and community. With our experience we understand that our Elderly are looking for that human comfort and caring. This service will be provided in home, Institutions and consulting rooms depending on the need of the individual or group.

The ultimate goal of this programme is to bring that Hope, the Sense of Belonging and 'Smile' on the face of our Elderly."


Trained Clinical Psychologist and Volunteers will provide these services.


Contact:

Silver Innings Gero-Psychological Care Programme HELPLINE: 9029000091 (Monday to Sunday 10am to 7 pm) silverinnings@gmail.com


Ms. Raheen Jummani, (Clinical Psychologist) ,

Honorary Head, Silver Innings Psychological Healing Services & Programme Manager – Silver Inning Foundation


About Silver Innings:

This Gero-Psychological Care Programme is an intuitive of Silver Innings Psychological Healing Services. Silver Innings is a Social Entrepreneur organisation working for cause of Elderly; it also hosts Silver Innings.Com www.silverinnings.comPioneer in promoting web based application for Elders, it’s a Comprehensive and dedicated Website for Elderly. Providing need base services, networking and advocacy for Senior Citizens forms important aspect of Silver Innings. The group also consists of Silver Inning Foundation a registered NGO dedicated for Senior Citizens and their family. At Silver Innings we are working towards creating Elder Friendly World where Ageing becomes a Positive and Rewarding Experience.

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