ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES)

St. Thomas Home for the Aged provides free-of-cost shelter, clothing, food, and medical support for senior citizens. It works on a number of causes, one of which is the care and rehabilitation of the elderly abandoned in Chennai. It was established in 1966 (Reg no. 133/1966) represented by Fr. Joseph Andrew, (Director).

The Society is registered under section 12A through vide Registration Number C.No.212 (148)/74 dated 18.06.1974 and certificate u/s 80 G has been issued vide certificate no. DIT (E) No.212 (148)/74 dated 05.10.2009 by Director of Income Tax (Exemption), Chennai.

Address: No.50, Sundaram Street, Vyasarpadi, Chennai-600039

No. of senior residents: 69

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Healthcare

There are numerous healthcare requirements that old age homes need to meet to provide the elderly with the comfortable and dignified life they deserve. Through our Aushad initiative, we empower the elderly to take control of their health by equipping them with health kits and important amenities, conducting regular health camps, and distributing prescribed medication.

FIRST AID KIT

First-aid kits are designed according to the need and the healthcare emergency old age homes have to deal with. A good first-aid kit is made up of certain essential items like a thermometer, antiseptic ointment, pain relief gel, band-aids in assorted sizes, etc.

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	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) – First Aid Kit	Crepe Bandage (cm) 6 x 400, Adhesive Bandage (cm) 1.9 x 7.2, Adhesive Bandage (cm) 2.5, Pain Relief Gel – 30 gm, Povidone Iodine Ointment – 20 gm, Clinical Thermometer, Antiseptic Liquid – 50 ml, Microporous Surgical Tape – 1.25cm, Disprin Tablets, Paracetamol 500mg Tablet, Absorbent Cotton Wool I.P 15g, Gauze Swab – 5cm x 5cm x 12ply, Absorbent Gauze Roll (cm) 7.5 x 400 & Pill Box (cm) 8.5 x 3	₹450	4	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) quantity Add to cart

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HEALTH CAMP

Based on the requirements of the old age home’s residents, BHB conducts health camps ranging from cardiology, eye screening, general geriatric health, and more.

*Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions, health camps are forbidden to conduct.

HEALTHCARE AMENITIES

Healthcare Amenities: Certain healthcare amenities like blood pressure monitoring machines, glucometers, adult diapers, eye spectacles, etc., are essential in enabling the elderly to keep track of their health and improve their quality of life.

Items Required	Unit Price	Quantity Required	Quantity to Donate
ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) – Adult Diapers 10.S(Monthly)	₹290	1	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) quantity Add to cart
ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) – Rubber Hot Water Bag	₹284	69	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) quantity Add to cart
ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) – Blood Pressure Machine	₹2,603	1	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) quantity Add to cart
ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) – Thermometer & Pulse Oximeter	₹1,055	1	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) quantity Add to cart
ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) – Sugar Kit (A set of Glucometer, Lancets & Strips)	₹4,735	1	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) quantity Add to cart

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MEDICINE

The objective of this drive is to ensure the continued wellbeing of the old-age homes’ residents by providing them with a free supply of general and personalized medications.

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	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) – Prescription Medicines	Medicines for the Month of June 2021 (Donated by Apollo Hospital Enterprise Limited)	₹0	69

food and nutrition

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	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) – Ration Kit	Poha 1kg, Atta 3kg, Ragi 1kg, Rice bran oil 1 ltr, Health mix 1kg, Pulses 2kg, Turmeric powder 100gm, Salt 500gm, Vegetables 10kg	₹805	69	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) quantity Add to cart

hygiene and sanitation

Assisting the elderly to maintain good personal hygiene and sanitation practices is a primary responsibility of old-age homes. Hygiene kits for old age homes include products like antiseptic liquid, handwash, sanitizers, reusable cleaning gloves, masks, washing powder, toiletries, floor cleaner, etc. Personal hygiene kits include antiseptic liquid, bathing soap, earbuds, handwash, sanitizers, masks, body lotion, etc.

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	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) – Personal Hygiene Kits	Healing Skin Butter 25G, Natural Cold Rub 25G & Infused coconut Oil 75 ML	₹430	69	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) quantity Add to cart
	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) – Hygiene Kits For Home	Floor Disinfectant Cleaner 5L, Toilet Cleaner 5LTR, Handwash 5L, Surface Disinfectant 5L, Mosquito repellent Daily Spray 5L & Natural Soapnut Detergent 5L	₹10,104	4	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) quantity Add to cart

Infrastructure

The provision of basic healthcare aids in old age homes is a key indicator of a good healthcare system. The provision of medical equipment like walking aids, medical beds, water purifiers, etc., can contribute greatly to improving the quality of life of the elderly.

Items Required	Unit Price	Quantity Required	Quantity to Donate
ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) – Water Purifier	₹8,100	1	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) quantity Add to cart
ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) – Walker	₹1,865	10	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) quantity Add to cart
ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) – Wheelchair	₹5,072	3	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) quantity Add to cart
ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) – Bedding Kits (Mattress, Pillow & Bedsheet)	₹2,595	69	ST. THOMAS HOME FOR THE AGED (DON BOSCO BEATITUDES) quantity Add to cart

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