Medical Care

MAITRI ran rural clinics attached to well-equipped laboratories. Each year, between 15,000 and 20,000 patients received treatment for various diseases. These services helped reduce healthcare disparities in underserved regions.

Community Health Programs

Initiatives included maternity care (ANC & PNC), personal hygiene awareness, school health outreach, general medical camps, and sanitation drives to foster a healthier living environment.

Tuberculosis (TB) Program

Through the RNTCP and collaboration with the District Tuberculosis Department, we offered DOTS-based treatment and awareness to control the spread of TB.

HIV/AIDS Support Services

Our services focused on counseling, medical aid, nutritional support, and reducing social stigma. Trained livelihood activists provide field support and care to affected individuals and families.

Encouraging Participation

Motivated women to participate actively in Panchayat activities and local governance processes.

Leadership Skill Development

Trained women with leadership potential to build confidence and public engagement abilities.

Support Group Formation

Created support groups for women leaders to share knowledge and build networks.

Training Elected Representatives

Guided elected women leaders to serve communities effectively and confidently.

Child Development

MAITRI supports the advancement of educational activities through active community participation. The goal is to reduce school dropouts, eliminate child labor, and improve literacy levels across underserved areas.

ANBAGAM CHILDREN'S VILLAGE

Anbagam Children's Village provided individual foster homes where children live under the care of trained foster mothers. With nurturing attention and structured routines, children thrive through education, outdoor games, and family-style living.

Each home at Anbagam was guided by a dedicated foster mother, creating a nurturing and stable family-like environment.

This approach helps children grow with emotional security, structured daily care, and strong social values.

A Unified Shelter of Care

In 2012, the Tamil Nadu government introduced a compassionate initiative under the leadership of Hon’ble Chief Minister Selvi J. Jayalalitha, integrating care for children and elderly citizens in one shared living space.

Building Emotional Bonds

These homes promotes intergenerational relationships, where children receive wisdom and love from elders, while seniors regain purpose and connection through nurturing young lives.

Facilities and Support

Residents benefit from nutritious meals, medical attention, educational support, and emotional care — creating a holistic ecosystem of security and dignity.

MAITRI’s Role in Theni

MAITRI operated one of these integrated homes in Theni district, fostering a family-like environment that uplifts vulnerable children and elders through shared compassion.