August 2026 | Highlights of Our Welfare Journey

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Svarāntar Academy — The Healing Power of Music

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August marked the completion of the fourth month of our Music Therapy programme across three beneficiary centres. With two sessions held at each location, music once again became a gentle bridge to connection, calm and engagement.

The true measure of these sessions was not merely in the music itself, but in the quiet moments it created — a smile, a moment of focused attention, a familiar rhythm, or a simple sense of participation. These small responses reminded us of the profound and often unseen ways in which music can touch lives.

Following a review of the programme, the Old Age Home (OAH) has decided to discontinue its participation. They have not observed a sufficiently positive or meaningful impact among the participants, nor the level of interest and motivation necessary for the sessions to be effective. We respect their assessment and decision and will therefore bring the programme at OAH to a close.

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Supporting Learning, Health & Dignity

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Our commitment to our beneficiaries continues through practical support that responds to their everyday needs and helps them live with greater dignity.

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Asha Niketan: Supported the procurement of an induction unit for the workshop candle section, a mixer for the Adibari kitchen, and essential kitchen utensils for both houses, against our GBS contributions.

Old Age Home: Supported their monthly requirements through the procurement of essential groceries and toiletries, against our GBS contributions.

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Acts of Personal Kindness

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The spirit of our work is strengthened by individuals who quietly choose to make a difference.

A Daily Comfort: Our heartfelt gratitude to Mrs. Bhupali Sinha, through JJ Thomas, for her monthly contribution of 5 kg of premium tea leaves to the Old Age Home. It is a simple yet deeply thoughtful gesture — one that brings warmth and pleasure to the everyday lives of the residents.

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Celebrating the Spirit of Independence

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Our beneficiaries joined the nation in celebrating the 80th Independence Day with pride and enthusiasm. Along with hoisting the National Flag at their respective centres, they organised cultural programmes that brought together residents, children and caregivers in a spirit of participation, joy and national pride.

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Listen-To-Your-Body — Inspiration to Act

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We were privileged to have Dr. Arabinda Mukherjee with us for an insightful and engaging session on “Gait Imbalances and Falls in the Elderly.”

His ability to translate a complex medical subject into simple, practical and relevant insights made the session especially meaningful. The discussion helped participants understand not only the causes and risks associated with falls, but also the importance of awareness, prevention and timely action.

Our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Mukherjee for sharing his knowledge and experience so generously. We look forward to many more such enriching interactions.

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Every Act Creates a Ripple of Hope

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Behind every initiative are people who choose to give — their time, their talent, their resources, or simply their concern for another human being. Each contribution, however modest, becomes part of something larger: a circle of care that reaches lives in ways both visible and unseen.

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As we move forward, we remain guided by a simple belief: meaningful change does not always begin with a grand gesture. Sometimes, it begins with one thoughtful act, one helping hand, one moment of compassion.

Thank you to everyone who continues to walk beside us. Together, we are nurturing a community where care is not merely expressed, but lived.

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South Point ’66 Social Welfare Society
Helping — Healing — Caring

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