ELDERLY PROJECT
Technical skills for the elderly
Ethel Foundation Hosts Transformative Medical Camp at Nyatike Health Center, South Mugirango Sub-County, Kisii County In line with its mission to improve community health and well-being, Ethel Foundation recently organized a medical camp at Nyatike Health Center in South Mugirango Sub-County, Kisii County. This impactful initiative was aimed at providing free healthcare services to underserved…
Mai Mahiu Village was woken-up on the night of April 29, 2024 by the sound of roaring flood waters. The raging flood waters from the Kijabe and Kiharu Hills swept across the valley and Mai Mahiu village leaving wanton destruction of lives and property on its pathe. Homes, property, livestock and crops were swept…
Responsible financial stewardship can be a catalyst for social transformation. When institutions align governance with community investment, they strengthen resilience, dignity, and long-term development outcomes for vulnerable populations — including widows and older women across Kenya.
Service charters are meant to guide citizens on what services are offered and what standards to expect. For many older persons, however, these charters remain inaccessible — written in unfamiliar language, displayed in unreadable formats, and disconnected from the realities of ageing. When information cannot be understood, seen, or accessed, dignity is compromised. Making service charters work for older persons is not about compliance; it is about designing systems that respect, include, and prioritize senior citizens.
“Knowledge is power”- Today with my team we attended a Meta Boost Training for Non-profits Organization hosted by Kenya Community Development Foundation (KCDF) & Techsoup Kenya at the Nairobi Safari Hotel.
In July 2026, Ethel Foundation will return to Kinungi in Naivasha to mark the Day of the Elderly and Grandparents—this time with a bold vision to reach further and impact deeper. Building on the success of 2025, the initiative is evolving from a one-day celebration into a scalable, community-driven platform for dignity, health, and inclusion. By expanding access to over 1,000 older persons, strengthening intergenerational connections, and addressing barriers such as mobility and healthcare access, the 2026 event seeks to demonstrate what truly dignified ageing can look like in Nakuru County