ORUMAI

From Kannadasan Street, Parvathi Nagar, Old Perungalathur, Chennai - 600 063.

September 6th 2024

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The objective of the "Orumai" event was to provide an opportunity for the elderly residents at Sri Ramanujar Old Age Home to socialize, engage in entertaining activities, and receive daily essentials and toiletries. This would help combat loneliness and isolation, improve their mental and emotional well-being, and enhance their overall quality of life.
Event Overview:
The IEEE HKN Nu Eta Chapter of Sri Sairam Engineering College organized the "Orumai" event, a visit to Sri Ramanujar Old Age Home, West Tambaram, on September 6th, 2024. The event aimed to bring joy and comfort to the elderly residents by engaging them in various activities and providing daily essentials and toiletries. The event was a platform for the IEEE HKN Nu Eta Chapter to practice community service, teamwork, and empathy towards the elderly.
Event Highlights:
On September 6th, 2024, the "Orumai" event was successfully held at Sri Ramanujar Old Age Home, West Tambaram. The event started at 10:30 AM and concluded at 1:00 PM. The team of 15 volunteers from IEEE HKN Nu Eta Chapter arrived at the old age home with a plethora of activities and essentials to ensure the comfort and well-being of the elderly residents. During the event, the elderly residents were engaged in various entertainment programs, including games, music, and dance. The interactive sessions, such as storytelling and discussions, allowed for meaningful conversations and bonding between the volunteers and the elderly. The team also provided daily essentials and sanitary supplies, including toiletries, toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, and towels, to ensure the elders' comfort and hygiene. Lunch was provided for the elderly residents, ensuring they were well-fed and satisfied during the visit. The team's efforts to provide these essential items will have a lasting impact on their lives, helping to combat loneliness and isolation and improve their overall quality of life.
Event Outcome:
The "Orumai" event brought numerous benefits to the elderly residents, including reduced feelings of loneliness and isolation, improved mental and emotional well being, and enhanced overall quality of life. The event also provided an opportunity for socialization, engagement in entertaining activities, and receipt of daily essentials and toiletries. Moreover, the event fostered teamwork and empathy among the volunteers from IEEE HKN Nu Eta Chapter, demonstrating their commitment to community service.