feeding the elderly with food hampers

Ethel Foundation for the Aged recently conducted a needs assessment and fact-finding exercise in Baringo County to better understand the challenges facing older persons in the region. Through community dialogue with elders, local leaders, and stakeholders, the meeting highlighted pressing issues including food insecurity, limited access to healthcare, economic vulnerability, and social isolation. The insights gathered are now informing Ethel Foundation’s ongoing deliberations on how it can work alongside communities and partners to strengthen support systems, promote dignity, and improve the quality of life for older persons in Baringo and across Kenya.

Proverbs 16:31 states that “Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained in a righteous life.” Getting old is inevitable, and it is a great reward from God. Caring for the aged is not only a moral duty but also a biblical obligation. In his first letter to Timothy, Apostle Paul explained that…

bridging the gap between the older persons and the youth

Growing old is a life course that attracts different cultural attitudes across the world. In Kenya, an emerging area of health has set the pace for discussions on how to care for an ageing population. Health + Medicine editor Joy Wanja Muraya spoke to Lucy Maina about the challenges of geriatric care in Kenya. Sub-Saharan…

Setting Boundaries in Elderly Care: A Buffer Against Burnout” Caring for the elderly is a noble but demanding profession that can lead to burnout if not managed properly. Burnout is characterised by physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion. To prevent or outburst burnout while caring for the elderly, it’s crucial to prioritise self-care, set boundaries, seek support, and…