HEALTH CARE

Susthithi

   
Health is a state of complete mental, social and physical well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity” as stated by WHO is a quote that resonates with the beliefs of Walkaroo Foundation. Through this scheme of ours, we also aspire to take various initiatives aimed at improving the mental, social and physical well-being of our society. Working towards this end, providing free health check-ups in partnership with reputed hospitals, improving access to basic sanitation facilities, funding critical medical treatments and supporting patients requiring palliative care are a few amongst the deeply impactful steps that the Walkaroo Foundation intends to carry out. Having recognised the need of the hour, another area we wish to focus our efforts on are initiatives aiding the mentally ill and promoting mental health and wellness.
 

Our Projects & Initiatives

DECEMBER, 2024

Promoting Community Health: Awareness Initiative

On November 27, 2024, Walkaroo Foundation, in partnership with PHC Chettipalayam, held a health awareness session for 50 residents of Malumichampatti and nearby areas to promote preventive healthcare. Dr. Chandrasekar, Medical Officer, led the session, covering non-communicable diseases like diabetes and hypertension, as well as communicable diseases like dengue and malaria. He highlighted early detection, prevention, and cancer awareness.

Participants received free blood pressure and sugar level tests, enabling early health monitoring. Dr. Chandrasekar also explained the Ayushman Bharat Health ID Card and its benefits. This initiative underscores Walkaroo Foundation’s dedication to improving community health and well-being.

JULY, 2024

Walkaroo Foundation, in partnership with Aravind Eye Hospitals, held its fourth free eye check-up and cataract surgery camp at PUPS Malumichampatti on July 28, 2024. The camp provided eye care to 434 residents from 20 nearby villages. Of those screened, 294 were diagnosed with eye issues 55 underwent cataract surgery, 169 had refractive problems, 124 were recommended for eyeglasses, and 43 were diagnosed with specialty issues. Walkaroo Foundation sincerely thanks the local community, leaders, district administration, school authorities, Aravind Eye Hospital staff, and dedicated Walkaroo volunteers. Special thanks to the MBA students of GRG School of Management Studies for their support in managing the camp.

AUGUST, 2023

On August 6, 2023, the Walkaroo Foundation, in collaboration with Aravind Eye Hospital, organized a transformative event: a Free Eye Check and Cataract Surgery Camp that extended its care to the villages in and around Malumichampatty. Held at the premises of PUPS, Malumichampatty, from 8:00 AM to 1:30 PM, the camp proved to be a beacon of hope for 573 beneficiaries hailing from approximately 25 villages. Notably, 70 individuals received the gift of sight through free cataract surgeries at Aravind Hospital, while 146 others were provided with expert recommendations for spectacles. The enthusiastic participation of 135 spirited Walkaroo volunteers, aided by a remarkable door-to-door publicity campaign led by 90 dedicated volunteers, contributed significantly to the camp’s resounding success.

JUNE, 2021
As part of its CSR initiatives in the health care sector, Walkaroo Foundation supported ESI Hospital, Coimbatore by supplying essential medicines
APRIL, 2021
To facilitate a source for engagement, information gathering and entertainment for the senior citizens of Pakalveedu, a home for senior citizens managed by Living Life Trust, Malaparamba, Calicut, a Smart TV was donated by Walkaroo Foundation
MARCH, 2022
Walkaroo Foundation conducted a free cataract surgery camp in collaboration with Aravind Eye Hospital, at Panchayat Union Primary School in Malumichampatti. The eye camp intended to reduce the cases of avoidable vision impairment, alleviate the suffering of underprivileged patients and raise health awareness.
APRIL - JUNE , 2022
Walkaroo Foundation collaborated with Swarga Foundation for the execution of Twinkle in a Wrinkle Project. The project focuses on providing group exercise sessions and Physiotherapy sessions for the destitute senior citizens housed at corporation hospice centres in and around Coimbatore.