Agewell Foundation

In addition to their work in Delhi, Agewell has set up a two-tier network of over 7,500 primary and 80,000 secondary volunteers spread over 718 districts in India. Agewell Foundation has been recognized for its efforts and the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) has granted it Special Consultative Status at the United Nations.

Their programs include:

• Helpline for Older Persons: With the help of trained counsellors, Agewell reaches out to around 25,000 elderly on a daily basis. These counsellors identify and assist the elderly with family and social problems, financial and health related issues, etc. It works as a bridge between the assistance seekers and assistance providers.
• Research and Advocacy Centre: Agewell conducts studies in areas relating to ageing and uses these findings to advocate on issues concerning the welfare of the elderly with the government, international agencies and others. It also carried out a nationwide survey to study the issues related to gender discrimination faced by the elderly in India.
• Equipment Distribution: Agewell set up collection points at locations throughout Delhi to collect donations (monetary or clothing) and sensitizing the youth on their responsibilities. In 2019, Agewell distributed 150,000 pieces of woolen, 2,850 food packets, 3,100 wheelchairs, 4,200 walkers and 150,500+ adult diapers to the elderly.
• Employment Exchange: Agewell helps provide opportunities to the retired elderly in areas such as consultancy, accountancy, tuitions and training.
• Family Membership Scheme: It aims at providing family support to the elderly living alone in Delhi. A team of trained counsellors spend time with the elderly, provide medical support, guide on legal matters and help them pay their bills. 
• Digital Literacy: Agewell provides Digital Literacy training to senior citizens to bridge the intergenerational gap in the society. So far, around 16,500 have been trained under this program.