No one should grow old alone.
We provide shelter, healthcare, daycare and companionship to elderly people who have nowhere else to turn — and support to families caring for aging parents at home.
Started by neighbors who noticed an empty chair.
Senior Citizens Service Society began in [YYYY] in [City], when a small group of residents began visiting elderly neighbors left alone during the day. That informal habit grew into daycare centers, then shelter homes, then a helpline that now runs [24/7 / during set hours] across [State/Region].
Today we run [N] centers and reach [N] families a year — but the mission hasn't changed: make sure no elder in our community is forgotten.
Care, without conditions
To ensure every elderly person, regardless of income or family support, has access to shelter, healthcare and companionship.
A society that looks back
A community where ageing is met with dignity, not distance — where every neighborhood keeps its elders close.
Dignity, transparency, presence
We show up in person, spend donor money openly, and treat every senior as an elder to be respected — never a case number.
How we've grown
Founded in [City]
Started as a volunteer home-visit program with [N] founding members.
First daycare center opened
Registered as a Society/Trust and opened our first daycare facility.
80G & 12A registration granted
Enabled tax-deductible donations and long-term institutional funding.
24/7 helpline & FCRA clearance
Launched emergency helpline and began accepting international contributions.
Society Registration
Reg. No. 1053/2014, under the Societies Registration Act, [State], [Year].
12A Registration
[Reg. No.] — tax exemption on the organisation's income.
80G Certificate
[Reg. No.] — donors can claim tax deduction on contributions.
FCRA Registration
[Reg. No.] — authorized to receive foreign contributions.
Nine ways we support elders every day
From emergency medical care to a friendly weekly visit — our programs meet seniors wherever their need is greatest.
Healthcare & Medical Camps
Free monthly health check-ups, medicine distribution and specialist camps in partnership with local hospitals.
Find the next camp →Old Age Homes / Shelter
Long-term residential care for seniors with no family support — private rooms, meals and round-the-clock staff.
Request a placement →Daycare Centers
Safe daytime centers where seniors can socialize, eat and rest while family members are at work.
Visit a center →Home Visits & Companionship
Trained volunteers visit home-bound seniors weekly for conversation, basic wellness checks and errands.
Sign up to visit →Pension & Legal Aid
Help with pension paperwork, will drafting, property disputes and protection against elder abuse.
Know your rights →Mental Health & Counseling
One-on-one counseling for loneliness, grief and depression, run by licensed counselors.
Talk to a counselor →Nutrition & Meal Programs
Hot, nutritionist-approved meals delivered daily to shelter residents and home-bound seniors.
Sponsor a meal →Recreational & Social Activities
Music evenings, festival celebrations, board games and gardening clubs that keep seniors socially engaged.
See upcoming events →Emergency Helpline
A 24/7 phone line for seniors in medical distress, facing abuse, or simply needing someone to talk to.
Call [Helpline Number] →Five ways to stand with our elders
Volunteer
Give a few hours a month for home visits, event support, or skill-based help (medical, legal, teaching).
Apply to VolunteerDonate
One-time or monthly gifts, in-kind donations (medicines, wheelchairs, groceries), or CSR partnerships.
Donate NowSponsor a Senior
Fund one senior's shelter, meals and medicine for ₹[amount]/month and receive updates on their wellbeing.
Sponsor NowCorporate Partnerships
Partner with us for CSR mandates under Schedule VII — healthcare, employee payroll giving, or event sponsorship.
Talk to Our CSR TeamFundraise for Us
Run a peer-to-peer campaign for your birthday, marathon or community event — we'll set it up for you.
Start a CampaignMake a Donation
All donations are eligible for 80% tax deduction under Section 80G. You'll receive a receipt by email instantly.
Volunteer Application
Know your rights, know your options
Rights of Senior Citizens
Maintenance & Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act — plain-language guide.
Read guide →Health & Wellness Tips
Diet, mobility and medication-management tips for common age-related conditions.
Read tips →Government Schemes
A state-wise list of pension, health insurance and travel-concession schemes for elders.
Browse schemes →Downloadable Guides
Caregiver's toolkit, elder-abuse warning signs, and a checklist for choosing a care home.
Download PDFs →Frequently Asked Questions
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. We are registered under Section 80G, so donations are eligible for tax deduction. You'll receive an emailed receipt with your PAN once payment is confirmed.
How do I admit a family member to your shelter home?
Call our helpline or fill out the contact form. Our care coordinator will schedule a home assessment within [X] working days.
Can I volunteer without a medical or legal background?
Absolutely — most of our volunteer roles (companionship visits, event support, admin help) need no special qualification, just consistency and patience.
Do you accept in-kind donations like wheelchairs or medicines?
Yes. Contact our centers directly to coordinate drop-off, or check our current in-kind needs list on the Get Involved page.
What changes when someone shows up
Before the daycare center opened, my mother sat alone all day while I was at work. Now she has friends, hot meals, and a reason to get up in the morning.
Radha Krishnan
Daughter of a daycare beneficiary
The home-visit volunteers became like grandchildren to me. Even on the hardest days, I know someone is coming on Thursday.
Mr. Verghese, 81
Home-visit program beneficiary
Their legal aid team helped me recover my pension after three years of paperwork nobody else would touch.
Kamalamma, 74
Pension & legal aid beneficiary
Where your support goes
Updated quarterly. Full financial breakdown is available in our Annual Report.
Join us in person
Upcoming Events
Past Events & Awareness Campaigns
Elder Abuse Awareness Week, Republic Day Cultural Program, Free Health Check Marathon — browse our full event archive →
Your ₹1,000 feeds a senior for two weeks.
Every rupee is tracked and reported. See exactly what your donation funds.
Donate TodayReach a center near you
Emergency Helpline
Available 24/7 for medical emergencies, abuse reporting, or urgent support.
Careers & Internships
We hire care coordinators, counselors, and nurses — and welcome student interns year-round.