THE BANYAN

The Banyan for the Destitute & Psychiatric Aged provides free-of-cost shelter, clothing, food, and medical support for senior citizens, Adaikalam – Transit care center, Clustered Group Homes, Mental Health Programmes – Urban & Rural. It was established in 1993 (Reg no. 1589/4) represented by Dr. Vandana Gopikumar, (Founder & Trustee).

The Banyan for the Destitute & Psychiatric Aged is registered under Registration U/S 12A Read With Section 12AA Of The Income Tax Act 1961 DIT (E) /2(261)93-94 dated 08.12.1993 & Registration U/S 80G(5)(vi) Of The Income Tax Act 1961 DIT (E) No.2(261)/93-94 dated 23.09.2008 by Director of Income Tax (Exemption), Chennai.

Address: 6th Main Road, Mogappair Eri Scheme, Mogappair West, Chennai-600037

No. of senior residents: 282

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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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	THE BANYAN – 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	14	THE BANYAN 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
THE BANYAN – Sugar Kit (A set of Glucometer, Lancets & Strips)	₹4,735	3	THE BANYAN quantity Add to cart
THE BANYAN – Blood Pressure Machine	₹2,603	3	THE BANYAN quantity Add to cart
THE BANYAN – Thermometer & Pulse Oximeter	₹1,055	3	THE BANYAN quantity Add to cart
THE BANYAN – Adult Diapers 10.S(Monthly)	₹290	234	THE BANYAN quantity Add to cart
THE BANYAN – Rubber Hot Water Bag	₹284	27	THE BANYAN 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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	THE BANYAN – Prescription Medicines	Medicines for the Month of June 2021 (Donated by Apollo Hospital Enterprise Limited)	₹0	282

food and nutrition

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	THE BANYAN – 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	282	THE BANYAN 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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	THE BANYAN – 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	14	THE BANYAN quantity Add to cart
	THE BANYAN – Personal Hygiene Kits	Healing Skin Butter 25G, Natural Cold Rub 25G & Infused coconut Oil 75 ML	₹430	282	THE BANYAN 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
THE BANYAN – Wheelchair	₹5,072	5	THE BANYAN quantity Add to cart
THE BANYAN – Bedding Kits (Mattress, Pillow & Bedsheet)	₹2,595	282	THE BANYAN quantity Add to cart
THE BANYAN – Water Purifier	₹8,100	17	THE BANYAN quantity Add to cart
THE BANYAN – Walker	₹1,865	22	THE BANYAN quantity Add to cart

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