January 08 th, /A/2, Danawkanda, Weliveriya (SL) (CAD) H APPY A GED E LDERS H OME A group of individuals in the tea industry who migrated to Canada wanted to do a meaningful thing for the elders in Sri Lanka. The group saw how the elderly people in Canada enjoyed their lives in different ways. They felt that they should build a house for innocent elderly people in Sri Lanka. Initially the plan was to build something small. While resting after the 10 km run in Vancouver, Canada one of the members discussed the idea with others who are involved in charitable projects and the current project turned out to be big and promising. Involving professional friends in Sri Lanka, led to the Happy Aged Elders Home project. 2 How The Project Started H APPY A GED E LDERS H OME On August 20th 2013, the foundation stone was laid by the founding group of individuals from both Canada and Sri Lanka. Funds were collected in both Canada and Sri Lanka to support the project which is debt free. Designs and the technical support were provided by individuals in Sri Lanka free of charge. Ajith in Canada and Tissa in Sri Lanka led the team and completed the project and they were well supported by various officials as well as some keen villagers. Furniture was donated by an individual whose family does a lot of charitable work overseas and many other things were donated by various donors in Canada and Sri Lanka. 3 How The Project Started H APPY A GED E LDERS H OME We are committed to make a coordinated effort with compassion and understanding to transform the lives of the senior citizens into a meaningful living. 4 Our Vision H APPY A GED E LDERS H OME Danawkanda is a historical village, 3 km from Weliveriya town, 1 hour drive from Colombo. situated near a very famous Buddhist hermitage. in a very peaceful pleasant environment with many flora and fauna, surrounded by lush green paddy fields, and a small lake at the edge of the land. On top of Danawkanda, there are rocky scenic spots that give panoramic views up to the Indian ocean from one side and up to the border of Sabaragamuwa province from another side. 5 Location H APPY A GED E LDERS H OME 3 large rooms can accommodate 6 elders per room 2 medium rooms can accommodate 4 elders per room Separate room and bathroom for care-takers 6 toilets, 2 washing areas, 1 toilet for visitors, visitor room, balcony, big verandah Office room Centralized area for dining Big conference/meeting hall Fully equipped kitchen, store room 2 staff rooms Home-grown vegetable beds Buddhist shrine room 6 Facilities H APPY A GED E LDERS H OME Spend the whole day in the premises and accompany the elders. Donate food (3 meals per day), clothing, and other essentials. Host birthday parties or suitable events of their children or loved ones and celebrate with the elders. Enjoy a full day with visit to nearby scenic rocks which give a panoramic view of beautiful surroundings. Help elders with gardening. Prepare food for the elders or bring raw food and can prepare by themselves or can get the food prepared by our staff. Visit nearby Buddhist hermitage and the old villa located in the hermitage. Activities for Visitors 7 H APPY A GED E LDERS H OME Musical band Organized by Vancouver kids (in Canada) to support the Elders home. A charity concert is planned in 2016 with all profits to be sent to sustain Elders home. Motive: Kids to play music, parents to sing songs, earn money to support for grand parents to live. 8 Fundraising Events H APPY A GED E LDERS H OME We welcome donations of food (3 meals per day), clothes, money, or other essentials to support the seniors and sustain the Elders home. Contact: Tissa (Sri Lanka) Ajith (Canada) 9 How You Can Help H APPY A GED E LDERS H OME Thank you for your interest and support. 10 Thank You H APPY A GED E LDERS H OME View Of Land H APPY A GED E LDERS H OME Foundation Stone Placement H APPY A GED E LDERS H OME 80% construction complete H APPY A GED E LDERS H OME 90% construction complete H APPY A GED E LDERS H OME