Old age homes in Mumbai are built for elderly people of 60 years and above. Basically, these are residential spaces for elderly people covering all facilities required in old age at one place like accommodation, meals, medical care and social support. These shelters are meant for people who cannot live independently or choose not to live independently. There are different types of old age homes like Free old age homes, Government old age homes, Luxury or Premium old age homes, paid old age homes and Faith based old age homes.
Details of all old age homes are mentioned below but there are common requirements to take admission
- Age proof
- Medical Reports
- Emergency contact details
- Income proof if available
- Advance deposit if paid
- Assessment report by interviewer of old age home
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Free Old Age Homes
There are few charitable NGO run facilities that provide basic amenities like accommodation, meals and medical facilities to the elderly people who cannot afford the same and this place runs from donations and subsidies from government. These free facilities are not much in Mumbai and that’s the reason it’s in high demand and has more of a waiting list for people who need it.
The names of a few free old age homes are :-
Shanti Avedna Sadan
- Shanti Avedna Sadan located in Bandra west near Mount Marry church built for terminally ill elderly people to provide them with medical supervision, Spiritual support with free accommodation and meals. Their pain management and emotional support system are considered among the best in Mumbai.
Little sisters of the poor
- Little sisters of the poor located in Andheri East to provide free accommodation, meals, medical assistance to underprivileged elderly people above 60 years of age. Despite being free, they maintain superior cleanliness, nutritional standards, excellent food quality and dietary customization for medical conditions, with special attention to creating a home-like atmosphere.
Missionaries of charity home for aged
- Missionaries of charity home for aged is in Airoli, Navi Mumbai build for people who do not have any family support and run by Mother Teresa organization to provide basic needs of food, shelter and medical care. Their volunteer network provides personal attention to each resident, and they’re known for accepting the most seniors whom other homes might refuse.
Helpers of Mary Asha Kiran
- Helpers of Mary Asha Kiran is in Jogeshwari East and provide rehabilitation programs for elderly women. They help seniors to gain confidence by physical therapy services and emotional counselling by well trained staff.
Jeevan Asha Old Age Ashram
- Jeevan Asha Old Age Ashram is inDombivliwithsuperior green surroundings and outdoor spaces. As it is in a less congested area, it offers gardens and fresh air that many urban facilities lack, with therapeutic gardening activities for residents.
Manav Seva Sangh
- Manav Seva Sangh is in Sion which provides accommodation with day care facilities. There are many activities for old age people to participate in like Gardening, stitching etc
Sant Gadge Maharaj Mission
- Sant Gadge Maharaj Mission is being set up in Dadar East arranging all cultural and spiritual programming with traditional celebrations of religious festivals and regular visits from spiritual leaders and cultural performers.
Shree Manav Kalyan Trust
- Shree Manav Kalyan Trust is in Thane. Despite being free, they offer dignity through purpose by encouraging residents to contribute through small handicraft projects that sometimes generate modest income for residents’ personal needs.
Goverment Run Old Age Homes
These old age homes are run by government at subsidised costing or sometimes free depending upon the requirements. They provide less attention than private facilities but provide all the required services for elderly people. The names of a few governments’ old age homes are :-
Maharashtra Government’s Shraddhanand Mahila ashram
- Maharashtra Government’s Shraddhanand Mahila ashram is in Matunga and provides accommodation for elderly old age women at subsidised rate. They are being provided with all basic amenities like accommodation, proper meals and medical care.
BMC Senior Citizen Home
- BMC Senior Citizen Home is in Goregaon and set up in dormitory style accommodation and basic medical care for all Mumbai residents.
Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) Old Age Home
- Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) Old Age Home is run by the BMC in Powai, offering subsidized care for senior citizens.
Maharashtra State Women’s Council Old Age Home
- Maharashtra State Women’s Council Old Age Home is in Gamdevi of south Mumbai receiving partial government funding to support elderly residents.
Bal Anand Sanstha Old Age Hom
- Bal Anand Sanstha Old Age Home is in Chembur and is cooperating with government for all elderly welfare initiatives.
Nirmala Niketan Old Age Home
- Nirmala Niketan Old Age Home is in Dadar, receives certain government subsidies to work for the welfare of elderly age people.
Paid Old Age Homes
These are living facilities for old age people at paid basis which means they operate on fee-based model to pay the charges of accommodation and all services monthly or annually with deposits also. But these paid old age homes also divided in Regular and luxury depending upon different factors mentioned below: –
Few names of some paid old age home with their cost and facilities: –
Assisi Bhavan
- Assisi Bhavan is in Goregaon with cost of Rs 15,000-22,000/month with Shared facilities and simple meals.
Silver Innings
- Silver Innings is in Mira Road with cost of Rs 16,000-24,000/month with dormitory, shared accommodations, Basic nutrition and care services.
Aastha Care Home
- Aastha Care Home is in Andheri costing Rs 18,000-25,000/month with Shared rooms, basic medical supervision and Regular Indian meals.
Sujay Gardens
- Sujay Gardens is in Borivali with costing Rs 20,000-28,000/month providing both shared and private rooms, Basic healthcare assistance and Simple recreational activities.
Dignity Lifestyle Township
- Dignity Lifestyle Township is in Neral with costing of Rs 45,000-80,000/month occupied with Private cottages and apartments, medical team with special care, multiple dining options and recreational facilities.
Atha Shri by Paranjape
- Atha Shri by Paranjape is in Bavdhan with costing of Rs 50,000-90,000/month, Self-contained apartments, premium dining options, healthcare packages and resort-style amenities.
Ashiana Housing’s Senior Living
- Ashiana Housing’s Senior Living will cost you Rs 60,000-1,50,000+/month with Luxury villa and apartment options, premium healthcare with specialized services, multiple dining venues and extensive recreational programs.
Hiranandani Foundation’s Senior Citizens
- Hiranandani Foundation’s Senior Citizens Home is in Powai and costing Rs 65,000-1,20,000/month with luxury apartment-style living, premium healthcare services, High-end dining and recreational facilities.
The Windermere
- The Windermere is situated in Bandra which is a Premium location with sea-facing views and with costing of Rs 90,000-2,00,000+/month with Ultra-luxury urban senior living and five-star hospitality and amenities. They get comprehensive medical services with specialized care options.
Epoch Elder Care
- Epoch Elder Care is in Juhu with Premium urban amenities and costing between 80,000-1,80,000/month having advanced care programs of personalized service with high staff-to-resident ratio.
Faith Based Old Age Home
Dawoodi Bohra Saifee Burhani Trust Home
- Dawoodi Bohra Saifee Burhani Trust Home is in Marol made by members of Dawoodi Bohra community provided community specific care services like halal food, prayer facilities etc.
Jewish Home for Aged
- Jewish Home for Aged is in Byculla with Jewish elderly people offering kosher meals, medical care and cultural activities.
Muslim Ambulance Society Senior Home
- Muslim Ambulance Society Senior Home is in jogeshwari on subsidised rates for community members serving them with prayer facilities and medical care
Ramakrishna Mission Home for the Aged
- Ramakrishna Mission Home for the Aged is in Khar and providing care based on Vedantic principles with vegetarian meals, daily pujas, and spiritual activities.
Shri Krishna Seva Ashram
- Shri Krishna Seva Ashram is in Vile Parle offering accommodation for elderly Hindus with temple facilities, Satvik meals, and regular bhajan sessions.
ISKCON Senior Care
- ISKCON Senior Care is in Juhu, providing prasadam meals and spiritual programming.
Guru Nanak Dev Senior Citizens Home
- Guru Nanak Dev Senior Citizens Home is in Chembur and providing langar-style meals and Sikh religious observances.
Mahavir Seva Sadan
- Mahavir Seva Sadan is in Malad, providing care according to Jain principles with strictly vegetarian meals, temple facilities, and Jain religious observances.
Shri Chandra prabhu Jain Seva Ashram
- Shri Chandra prabhu Jain Seva Ashram is in Borivali, serving elderly Jains with facilities for daily rituals and meals prepared according to Jain dietary restrictions.