Compassionate service to the elderly, children, and those in need of rehabilitation
Daughters of Mary – A Ministry of Compassion and Dignity for the Elderly
The Daughters of Mary operate four Senior Citizens' Homes, offering comprehensive care and a dignified life to elderly individuals. These homes are located in various parts of India and Germany, serving as safe and nurturing spaces for those in their later years.
Senior citizens supported with a renewed sense of purpose, community, and dignity
Name of the Home | Place | Capacity | Beneficiaries |
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St.Joseph's Home for The Aged | Plankala, Kanyakumari District | 75 | 12000 |
St Mary's Aged Home | Mathar, Kanyakumari District | 75 | 300 |
A key feature of this program is the mobilization of local community resources to sustain operations. Through engagement and education, communities are encouraged to take active responsibility in caring for their elders, thereby ensuring the long-term sustainability of these homes.
Home for the orphan and destitute children
Bala Bhavan provides a home for orphan and destitute children who face challenges due to family separation, sickness, child abuse, child trafficking, loss of parents, and unwanted birth.
These services are absolutely free of charge and are run constantly with community participation. These children come from disadvantaged, marginalized families.
Name of the Home | Place | Children | Beneficiaries |
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Vimala Bala Bhavan (Girls) | Marthandam | 38 girls | 5750 |
St.Vincent De Paul Bala Bhavan (Girls) | Chellamkonam | 65 girls | 3625 |
Alphonsa Balabhavan | Idayamkulam | 35 girls | 2267 |
Arockiamatha Children Home for Girls | Elayankanni | 155 girls | 8690 |
Arockiamatha Children Home for Boys | Elayankanni | 120 boys | 3200 |
Little flower Children Home | ILLUPUR | 12 GIRLS | 1200 |
Christujothi Children Home for Girls | Thanippadi | 52 Girls | 7600 |
Christujothi Children Home for Boys | Thanppadi | 21 | 4200 |
Children have benefited from this service
Restoring Dignity, Renewing Lives
The Sisters of St. Joseph's Province are deeply committed to serving individuals with chronic illnesses and disabilities. As part of this mission, dedicated Rehabilitation Centres have been established to support those suffering from debilitating diseases, particularly leprosy.
All services are provided free of charge, made possible through the tireless efforts of the Sisters and the generosity of the wider community.
Mental illness remains one of the most pressing health challenges in society today. Among those affected, women are particularly vulnerable, often facing increased risks of abuse, neglect, and social exclusion.
To create a safe, nurturing, and rehabilitative environment where women living with mental illness can regain their health, dignity, and sense of purpose.
Name of the Center | Place | Capacity | Beneficiaries |
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Sarvodhaya leprosy rehabilitation | D.M Convent, Kanyakumari | 35 family | 300 |
Emmaus Mentally Ill Home for women and Girls | Ummancode | 85 | 2800 |
Assisi Mentally Ill Home for women and Girls | Thadikkarankonam | 62 | 720 |
St Dyphana Mentally Ill Home for women and Girls | Veeravanalloor, Tirunelveli District | 75 persons | 125 |