THE VISION AS FOLLOWS
Creating purpose in the lives of older persons by encouraging them to establish and maintain a meaningful connection with others, through personal relationships and community involvement. We envision the development of practical, inexpensive, big-impact, extended volunteer programs where it is easy for residents of a retirement community to get and remain involved in a way that meets their ability - also to give responsibilities to the elderly to convey the message that the elderly still can make an invaluable contribution.
Focusing on creating a homely household and care environment that promotes an older person to live in a family-like home environment within the community for as long as possible, even though the older person is more dependent than in his/her younger years.
Cultivating community and inclusivity. Creating community clusters/pods where smaller groups with regular interaction are formed within a greater community to ensure that individuals do not become isolated and ensure that retirement communities take responsibility for the needy among them. Another example would be to create a “check-in” program where residents can request a check-in visit for another resident anonymously.
The Founder believes the source for the sustainability of caring retirement communities is the quality of the leadership provided by the HOA committees. We envision a training and mentorship program that will ensure that retirement community leaders receive proper training and that the succession planning of leadership is not left to coincidence but strategically planned to involve leaders with integrity who are capable to lead and have a heart for the well-being of the elderly. Other than competence and integrity, the Founder believes that leaders should be identified with values like “bettering the retirement village environment”, “being the change you want to see”, “being part of the solution” and “being a leader in compassionate care in retirement villages”.
Identifying older persons in need of financial assistance to facilitate adequate care at a subsidised rate or providing living assistance. As a general guideline, financial assistance is not necessarily intended to make financial contributions to beneficiaries but can be achieved by providing subsidies and care benefits.
The elderly are faced with many practical, day-to-day obstacles that younger generations might not relate with, e.g. drawing cash, or getting to a doctor. The Foundation will develop guidance, systems, and support that will assist the elderly and will focus on simplifying their lives.
The Foundation will be an advocate for proper governance which is not cumbersome but addresses problems pragmatically and without expensive and laborious red tape. The Founder believes in the 80:20 principle of maximum wide-reaching impact on the elderly, in general.
