The New Indian Express ·
Punalur municipality’s new project takes healthcare for elderly to their doorstep
KOLLAM: Elderly people who are bedridden or unable to travel to hospitals due to age-related ailments or lack of transportation facilities can now access basic healthcare at their doorsteps, with the launch of Punalur municipality’s ‘Sayanthana Santhwanam’ project. The initiative aims to ensure regular health monitoring and follow-up care for senior citizens in the municipality.
Under the project, ASHA workers and local health workers will visit the homes of elderly beneficiaries and conduct basic health checks, including blood pressure and blood sugar tests.
Those found to have health issues during the visits will be provided necessary follow-up treatment through the ‘Sparsham’ project. The initiative will also monitor whether elderly people who require regular medication are receiving their medicines without interruption.