Empowering Rakai's elderly and people with disabilities. Lusi Namatovu Foundation provides essential care and support with compassion.
Call for Support:
+256 705 864322
+256 758 055500
Our Location: Rakai District, Uganda
P.O. Box
185 Kyotera
Delivering Compassionate Care, Safe Shelter, and Lasting Dignity
Growing old in Rakai District often brings unique and significant hardships. Unlike in many other countries, formal pensions are rare for those outside government work, leaving many elders without a crucial safety net. Compounding this, changing family dynamics and migration sometimes mean seniors lack the close family support they once relied upon, leading to deep social isolation and loneliness, chipping away at their sense of belonging.
Health naturally becomes more fragile with age, but accessing consistent, appropriate healthcare in rural Rakai can be incredibly difficult. Many elders grapple with chronic conditions with inadequate support, face malnutrition due to inability to farm or afford sufficient food, and often lack help with basic daily activities. This vulnerability frequently results in preventable suffering and a critical loss of independence.
These combined factors – financial insecurity, profound loneliness, declining health, and difficulty with daily life – can create a cycle of neglect that severely impacts the overall well-being and fundamental dignity of our community's respected elders. Recognizing and addressing these urgent, interconnected needs is the cornerstone of our dedicated Elderly Care & Support program.
We've developed targeted initiatives that address the specific challenges facing Rakai's elderly population, providing both immediate relief and long-term support.
We repair and improve homes for vulnerable elders, ensuring safe, dignified living conditions that protect from harsh weather and enhance security. Improvements include roofing, ventilation, and accessibility.
We facilitate access to essential healthcare via mobile clinics, medication assistance, and transport. Our outreach includes wellness checks, chronic condition management, and preventive education.
We ensure regular, nutritious meals through food deliveries, community gardens, and cooking support, addressing malnutrition and promoting sustainable food solutions for elders.
We provide essential clothing, footwear, bedding, and hygiene supplies to ensure personal comfort, warmth, and the preservation of dignity for elders.
We combat loneliness through regular visits, community gatherings, and intergenerational programs. Volunteers provide vital companionship, celebrating elders' wisdom and fostering belonging.
We advocate for elder rights, protect against exploitation, and raise community awareness, working with local leaders to integrate elder needs into community planning.
"I used to worry about my leaking roof during every rainstorm. The Lusi Namatovu Foundation not only fixed my home but brings me food regularly and their weekly visits give me something to look forward to. I no longer feel forgotten by my community."
Your generous donation empowers us to build safe homes, provide vital wheelchairs, and deliver compassionate care to Rakai's elderly and disabled, transforming lives where it's needed most.
