Dignity Foundation

Dignity Foundation has been working for senior citizens since 1995, offering them an enriching set of opportunities.

We deal with the elderly’s psycho-social challenges and help them tackle their loneliness and insecurities, thereby bringing joy back into their lives.

Our vision is to change the way people look at ageing in India

Our Mission is to enable senior citizens to live life with dignity and security and enjoy life in a fulfilled and fun filled manner

Our programs

1. Anand Daan: 30.3% households headed by senior citizens in rural areas are poor. Whereas in urban areas, 20% of such households are poor. Dignity Foundation identifies those who are genuinely needy in the slum communities across six cities and their rural outskirts and provides monthly ration kits to them.

2. Dementia Day Care Centers: Dementia day care centers provide a safe and stimulating environment for people living with Dementia, helping to maintain their cognitive function and improve their quality of life. These centers also offer crucial respite for caregivers, reducing their physical and emotional stress. We operate such specialized dementia care centers for senior citizens in 5 cities – Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, New Delhi and Kolkata. At our centers, members receive compassionate care by trained caregivers along with therapies to delay the progression of Dementia.

3. Day Care centers for senior citizens: To mitigate the loneliness and keep an active and joyful lifestyle with lots of activities and outings helping the progression Alzheimer’s related diseases

4. Dignity Dialogue Magazine for elderly: Since 1995 to date, Dignity Dialogue has been the first and leading monthly magazine dedicated to the promotion of productive ageing through sharing of inspiring stories, ideas, thought leadership and infotainment. Dignity Dialogue, being India’s longest-running senior citizen magazine in publication, has inspired many readers to hone their amateur skills and become professionals like photographers, travel writers, stage actors, etc. With topics ranging from travel, health, money to Bollywood and humor, Dignity Dialogue has it all. Dignity Dialogue magazine gave birth to Dignity Foundation which is spearheading eldercare services for senior citizens in India. Through the feedback of readers, our Founder President Dr. Sheilu Sreenivasan learned about the real and unique challenges faced by senior citizens. This inspired her to start and run a non-profit solely dedicated to the empowerment of elders.

5. Dignity Helpline Number: A helpline number servicing and needs and abuses of the elderly - 1800 267 8780

6. Loneliness Mitigation centers: At our loneliness mitigation centers in Mumbai and Pune, we address the deepest fear of any individual – the fear of being alone. We promote positive development of our senior members by organizing routine exercises, recreational activities, mental health services and nutrition to promote their welfare.

6. Chai Masti Centers: Dignity Chai Masti Centers are safe and joyful spaces where senior citizens recreate, bond and explore their talents. With 30 vibrant centers across 8 cities in India, we offer regular sessions for wellness, entertainment, recreation and hobby cultivation, keeping our members active and engaged. Our physical centers are filled with energy and passion, while our online sessions bring liveliness to those who prefer virtual participation from the comfort of their homes. We offer memberships for both Physical and Online participants, ensuring that every senior has the opportunity to benefit from our supportive community.

In addition to these core programs, we are also running programs like

1. Free Geriatric physiotherapy van

2. Free Shelter homes for senior citizens

3. Recreational and wellness centers