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21/09/2025

Mahalaya – Story, Significance & Traditions
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21/09/2025

The day of Mahalaya marks the beginning of Devi Paksha and the end of the Pitri Paksha, the latter of which, is a period of mourning.

Epic Mahabharata consider Pitri Paksha to be inauspicious, because shradhh or death rites are performed during this period. It is a 16-day lunar period during which people remember and pay homage to their ancestors using food and water offerings.

But Mahalaya is a happy occasion. While there are many stories and/or folklore associated with the day, largely, people believe that on this day, Goddess Durga officially begins her journey from Mount Kailash — where she resides with her husband Lord Shiva — to her maternal home on Earth. Bengalis celebrate it with much fervour and remark intermittently, about the festive autumn weather and the ‘pujo-pujo‘ feel.

Some Hindu households also perform the ritual of pitritarpan on this day, wherein they offer prayers to the deceased in the form of ‘pind-daan‘ on the banks of River Ganga.

The day of Mahalaya marks the beginning of Devi Paksha and the end of the Pitri Paksha, the latter of which, is a period of mourning.Epic Mahabharata conside...

28/08/2025

India has over 138 million seniors — but who's caring for them?
From chronic illnesses to lack of access in rural areas, the gaps in elder care are real.
🎥 Watch to understand the crisis we can’t ignore.

21/08/2025

👵👴 Happy World Senior Citizen’s Day! 👴👵

They are the storytellers, the wisdom keepers, and the heart of every family. 💙
Today, we celebrate not the years they’ve lived, but the love, laughter, and legacy they bring into our lives every day. 🌟

👉 Respect. 👉 Love. 👉 Celebrate. Always.

31/07/2025

💍 “What will people say?” is still ruining lives — even at 65.

He lost his wife years ago.
She’s been divorced for decades.

They found each other at a yoga class.
Laughs turned into companionship.
But when they spoke of marriage —
the silence from family and friends said it all.

Why is love at 70 still taboo?
And why do seniors still feel the need to explain their joy?

We’re unlearning these patterns. One story at a time.

📌 Real relationships. Real resistance. Real change.

27/07/2025

Painting. Dating. Starting a business.
Why do we stop imagining after 60?

When a 72-year-old enrolled in an art course, her son asked:
“Why now?”
She smiled and said:
“Because I finally have time — and no one else to impress.”

We’ve heard dozens of stories like this —
dreams paused by decades of duty… now waking up again.

Aging isn't the end of becoming.
It’s just a new chapter — with more freedom than fear.

If this resonates, stay close. Something beautiful is coming.

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Our next conversation circle opens soon. Want in?

Comment "START" to know more.

26/07/2025

Red lipstick? At your age?

Yes. At exactly this age.
60, 65, 75 — red isn’t for impressing. It’s for expressing. 🔥

But society says —
Tone it down.
Act your age.
Blend in.

Why?
Because after 60, women aren’t “supposed” to feel bold. Or attractive. Or seen

We call that out.
Because confidence doesn’t expire.
And red lipstick? It never goes out of style.

So wear your red — for *you*.
Smile wide. Let your lipstick do the talking. 💄

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30/06/2025

Retirement is supposed to be relaxing.
But for many seniors, it brings something they never prepared for—

The daily routine ends.
Colleagues fade away.
Children get busy.

And suddenly, the silence is louder than ever.

This silent shift affects mental health deeply—
yet it’s rarely talked about.

Let’s open up the conversation.
Let’s check in on our retired parents, friends, neighbours.

🧓💬

24/06/2025

"It’s just ageing.”

We’ve all heard that phrase.
Sometimes, we even say it to our parents when they forget a name, lose balance, or feel low.

But what if those “normal signs of ageing” are actually red flags?
What if they signal treatable conditions like depression, vitamin deficiency, heart disease, or even early dementia?

Too often, we dismiss symptoms instead of investigating them.

Let’s break the myth that decline is inevitable with age.

Encourage regular checkups.
Support movement, not isolation.
Choose nourishment over neglect.
Stay curious about their health.

👉 Whether you’re a senior yourself or an adult child—this is your reminder:

Ageing doesn’t mean giving up. It means paying more attention.

Let’s change the story. Let’s age actively, healthily, and with dignity.

29/05/2025

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14/03/2025

যদিও মদ্যপান স্বাস্থ্যের জন্য ক্ষতিকর।এই ভদ্রমহিলার নাম স্বাতী।বর্তমানে বৃদ্ধাশ্রমে থাকেন।যখন তিনি যুবতী এক ইংরেজি সিনেমায় দেখেন নায়িকা শ্যাম্পেন খাচ্ছে।সেই থেকে শ্যাম্পেন টেস্ট করার খুব ইচ্ছা তার।কিন্তু সামাজিক বিধিনিষেধে পারেন নি।
বিয়ের পর বরকে বলেন আমাকে একদিন শ্যাম্পেন খাওয়াবে।বর কথা দিলেও সাংসারিক টানা পোড়েনে আর পারেন নি।এরপর তিরাশি সনে ভারত বিশ্বকাপ জয় করে শ্যাম্পেনের বোতল সহ সেলিব্রেশন করে।সেটা দেখে ইচ্ছা হয় একটু চেখে দেখার।এভাবে সময় পেরোয়।বর গত হয়।আর হয়না আকাঙ্খা পূরণ।
বৃদ্ধশ্রমে থাকা নারীদের জন্য ইচ্ছে পূরণ ফাউন্ডেশন নারী দিবসে মনের বাসনা পূরণের কাজটি নেয়।সেই হিসেবে এই আশি পার হওয়া উচ্ছ্বল তরুণীকে দেয়া হয় শ্যাম্পেনের বোতল।সেটা পেয়ে ভীষণ খুশি তিনি।পেগ সাজিয়ে টেস্টও করেন।বলেন আমার ছবি দাও ফেসবুকে, কোন সমস্যা নাই।কোন অপরাধ করিনি,সামান্য ইচ্ছাপূরণ করেছি মাত্র!আসলেই তো সামান্য ইচ্ছাপূরণ,এটা বাঁকা চোখের দেখারই বা কি আছে।এই পৃথিবীর একজন নারী ছকের বাইরে গিয়ে নিজের সাধ পূরণ করতে পেরেছেন,এটাও কি আনন্দের নয়?
সংগৃহীত

17/05/2024

Our esteemed member, our own beloved Baby Aunty,Mrs. Namita Sengupta was a beacon of joy and warmth. Her laughter was contagious, always bubbling with life and making everyone around her smile. She welcomed us with open arms, never failing to extend her love and generosity.

She had a story for everyone, her tales filled with humor and wisdom. She was a fun-loving woman, a cherished friend, and a devoted family member. Her love was not confined to her immediate family; it overflowed to her extended family and friends, creating bonds that will last forever.

We want to say loudly and clearly: You will never be missed, because you will always be remembered for the laughter you shared, the warmth you gave, and the love you spread.

Rest in peace.