Elderly
How We Help the Elderly
Many of the now elderly population of Romania lived under the leader Nicolae Ceausescu, who’s economic policies over his 25 years in power destroyed the standard of living for many Romanian people. Today, many of Romania’s elderly live in isolated rural areas with low income and poor living standards. Our aim is to bridge the gap that underfunded and poorly organised social systems have caused.
A place of refuge at Milly Senior’s Village
This residential centre for the elderly consists of housing and gardens, as well as idyllic landscapes consisting of farms, an orchard and pond. Not only are the essentials of running water and food given, but so too is medical care and recovery.
The residents take part in recreational activities, themed parties and birthday celebrations. Laundry and housing services are provided for those who need it, and staff available to help with everything from cooking to accompanying a resident for a walk.
Care delivered to the doors of elderly
More than 20 years ago, our partners in Romania were the first non-governmental organisation in Bacau to deliver a dedicated home care programme for the elderly. The objective was simple: ensure that the elderly had access to medical and social care services at home, regardless of their health or economic status.
Today, beneficiaries can receive independent evaluation of their health as well as direct aid of food or materials. Care plans are drawn up depending on the needs, and could include shopping services, food preparation, housekeeping, social contact, on-going medical care and much more.
The Dr. Stefan Ciobanu day centre for the elderly
This daytime home for elderly provides everything to help enrich their lives for a few hours a day. Daily activities in both individual and group dynamics, as well as medical and social care for those who require it.
Around 30 elderly people a day will be helped at the centre by the trained staff.
Our Projects
We help support our Romanian friends and partner charity with the following on-going projects
Social scholarships for disadvantaged young people
More and more studies show that the situation of children and young people in rural areas remains severe with the main cause being poverty and lack of economical development and opportunity. Due to poverty, half of the children in the country drop out of school ending...
The Glue Club
Children of disadvantaged families around Bacau struggle to find opportunities for education or social play and support. The Glue Clubs are several day centres within the area that provide safe, friendly and engaging educational activities. Each club provides support...
Home Care for Elderly
Worldwide, the number of people 65 or older is increasing faster than ever. We believe that everyone has the right to a quality of life as they grow older, irrespective of their gender, race, health or economic status. Elderly people deserve to live with dignity, free...
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Latest News
Milly’s Senior Village Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary
Over 1 million elderly people in Romania struggle daily due to the country’s lack of funding for vital services. An inadequate amount of residential homes means elderly people rely on their communities and families, often in isolated and underdeveloped areas. Thanks...
Supporting Ukrainian Refugees
Since February 2022, millions of refugees have fled their homes in Ukraine and crossed the border into neighbouring countries. Our partners in Romania the FSC were quick to offer their support, love and guidance to the Ukrainian people that needed it. With huge thanks...
June 26th – Fundatia de Sprijin Comunitar (FSC) Celebrates 26 Years!
We want to wish our partner charity FSC, and their many volunteers and beneficiaries a happy birthday! In June 1997 the FSC was officially registered with the aim of managing projects directly in Romania. Today their team includes approximately 400 volunteers and...