RCB brings change to Vavar school On June 23rd, 2024, the Rotary Club of Bombay continued its mission to transform rural India by inaugurating the Integrated School Development Project at Vavar Ashramshala, Jawhar Taluka, Palghar, Maharashtra. The project was supported by Indian Oxides and Chemicals Pvt. Ltd. Led by President Manoj Patodia, the group, which included donors,...
On May 16th, 2024, the Rotaract Club of H.R.College organised a special project named “String & Sparkle” in collaboration with the Ananda Yaan, Worli Centre, involving 40 women. The project featured a bracelet-making workshop facilitated by Très Chic. During the workshop, the participants were provided with an assortment of colourful beads and strings and were guided through a...
Healthcare and medical support for seniors A dedicated team of doctors has been diligently visiting all three Ananda Yaan senior citizens centres twice a week, ensuring the health and well-being of our members. This exemplary initiative stands out as the highlight of our efforts this year, contributing significantly to the overall quality of care provided. Our...
RCHR brings joy to AY members On February 9th, 2023, the Rotaract Club of H.R. College embarked on a heartwarming initiative named “Back To Childhood.” Our mission was to recreate the innocence and joy of childhood for the ladies of Ananda Yaan, a division of the Rotary Club of Bombay, comprising 65 members. Joined by 35 dedicated...
Donation transforms life at Ananda Yaan Rotary Club of Bombay extendsits heartfeltgratitude to Rtn.Sameer Tapia for his generousdonation, whichincluded a walker,walking stick, and waterbed. The seessential items havemade a significantdifference in thelife of an AnandaYaan member who was in urgent need. Such acts of kindnesstruly exemplify the spirit of community andcompassion that Rotary stands for. Thank...
Valentine’s Day holds diverse meanings for different individuals. While many associate it with romantic gestures, for elders, who have accumulated a lifetime of experiences, love transcends mere romantic relationships. With Ananda Yaan, they have found companions who enrich their lives and bring them joy on a daily basis. Yearning to celebrate this day of love, the elders...
Ananda Yaan elders shine under Raell Padamsee’s Direction! Over 50 fantastic seniors took to the stage at our Destress Drama Workshop, hosted by the Create Foundation and Raell Padamsee ACE Production at the Ananda Yaan’s Mazagaon Centre. From hilarious improv to heartwarming character scenes, these seasoned stars illuminated the stage with their talent and zest for...
Ananda Yaan seniors attend Shankar Mahadevan Academy event Shanmukhananda Hall was filled with joy as singers from various age groups performed at the EKTA concert organised by the Shankar Mahadevan Academy for their Inspire India project. The Inspire India Project (IIP) aims to provide high-quality music education to children from underprivileged backgrounds (families holdinga Yellow or Orange Ration Card). The...
AY Mazagaon elders triumph at Dignity food festival! On January 19th, 2024, Mumbai witnessed the vibrant Dignity Healthy Food Festival, captivating the city’s senior citizens. With 350 attendees, the event catered exclusively to the young at heart, featuring 11 stalls. Ananda Yaan’s Byculla and Mazagaon seniors took centre stage, with Mazagaon clinching the title of “Most...
Ananda Yaan, a Rotary Club of Bombay initiative, serves Mumbai’s senior citizens, offering health, educational, and social activities to enhance their independence and quality of life. Recently, 72 members aged 55-75 from the Worli Centre visited Reliance Smart at Atria Mall, many experiencing a mall for the first time. Organised by an RCB member, each elder...
Ananda Yaan Mazgaon turns 1 The Rotary Club of Bombay recently marked the first anniversary of its ‘Ananda Yaan’ centre in Mazgaon, a dedicated elder daycare initiative designed for underprivileged residents. This pioneering centre was initially established in Byculla six years ago. RCB President Manoj Patodia shared, “Over the past six years, we’ve expanded this programme to...
Rtn. Sanjiv Saran honoured the occasion by expressing respect, love, and remembrance for his late mother, Smt. Vishno Saran, along with the mothers of all Ananda Yaan centres. He made personal visits to all three centres, serving a lavish meal to a hundred mothers. He engaged with them in warm conversation and shared the meal...