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In Kenya, too many older persons are made to feel like they have “become a burden.”This is not a moral issue. It is a systems failure. Our own laws are clear. Article 57 of the Constitution of Kenya guarantees older persons the right to: In addition, the National Policy on Older Persons and Ageing (2009)…

As we began 2026, the question before us was no longer whether older persons deserve dignity — but how consistently our systems deliver it. For too long, ageing in Kenya has been treated as a private family matter, a charitable concern, or an afterthought in development planning. Yet the reality is clear: ageing is a…

This is the heart of our work — building a society where older persons are seen, respected, and embraced.

At the Ethel Foundation for the Aged, we are driven by one simple yet profound mission: to ensure that our senior citizens live with dignity, health, and joy.  Aging is a natural part of life, but it often comes with unique challenges. Many elderly individuals face loneliness, health issues, and a lack of financial or…

In a heart-wrenching case recently followed up by the Ethel Foundation for the Aged, the plight of an elderly woman, whom we will call Mary, reveals the tragic consequences of a justice system that often leaves vulnerable older people without the protection they desperately need. Two years ago, Mary faced unimaginable terror when she was…

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…

As we marked this year’s International Day of Older Persons, we chose football as a bridge to foster lasting intergenerational connections. In a world where age often creates divides, football stands as a universal language that brings generations together. Through organizing and participating in intergenerational matches, we not only promote physical health and well-being but…

A recent study on prevalence of elder abuse revealed that Kisii County is ranked second in prevalence of elder abuse in Kenya. Kilifi and Kirinyaga Counties respectively occupy the first and third positions on the county ranking by prevalence of elder abuse in Kenya. In October 2021, Kisii County struck global headlines when four older…