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Due to heavy rains, we did not invite the elders to this week’s Sangamam gathering. Instead 124th week of sangamam we extended our support to those affected by floods in the nearby village of Chettikulam. This area has been severely impacted by the Kadana River flooding, with more than 50 people losing all their essential belongings. They are currently sheltered in the Samuthaya Nala Koodam at Chettikulam.
Upon request from the RI and VAO, VAMA stepped in to support these flood-affected people. As part of our relief efforts, our kitchen team prepared and served meals. We provided sambar sadam and papadam for lunch and idli with sambar and chutney for dinner over the last two days.

Following the successful gathering of last week’s Sangamam, we are happy to share the highlights of the 123rd week of this initiative. This week, we had an engaging session with local beneficiaries, supported by a team from Heartfulness, who conducted yoga practice specifically for the elders.

We are pleased to share that we successfully celebrated the 7th Anniversary of VAMA Charitable Trust and have now entered our 8th year on 30th November . This special event was combined with our regular ‘Elders Sangamam’ program,this week 122 week of sangamam where over 150 elders participates from various places mannarkoil ,vk puram ,thirumalai puram ,pappa kudi ,sitha malli ,Alwarkurichy ,tirunelveli ,kalyani puram ,puthukudiyiruppu and enjoyed the various activities organized by the VAMA team.

Greetings from VAMA Charitable Trust!
Today, we conducted the 121st week of Sangamam at Sailam. Since it is the rainy season, we invited elders only from VK Puram, Thirumalaipuram, Alwarkurichy, and Kalyanipuram. More than 60 elders participated and enjoyed the program in the cool, rainy weather.
The program began with a prayer song sung by the elders. After the prayer, a short exercise session was conducted by Ms. Karthika, a team member. She explained the importance of exercise for elders and demonstrated simple routines to maintain good health.
This was followed by fun activities such as the ball and cup game and a strength-based activity. The elders enthusiastically participated and enjoyed the games.
At 11:00 AM, we served tea and biscuits. After the tea break, Mrs. Vadivoo had a discussion with the elders. The key points of discussion included:
• Their experiences with VAMA over the past 120 weeks.
• How they feel about the friendships and connections they have made.
• Any memorable incidents or inconveniences they have faced.
We received valuable feedback and insights during this session.
Later, Mr. S. Lakshmanan from Ambasamudram and Mr. I. Lakshmanan told stories from the Ramayana and Pattinathar. They spoke about the challenges of life, managing survival needs, and the importance of recognizing the permanent source of peace and happiness in life.
At 1:00 PM, a delicious lunch was served, which included rice, sambar, pumpkin kootu, pachadi, and buttermilk. The elders enjoyed the meal thoroughly.
After lunch, we organized a Pattukku Pattu (song-based game) session. The elders were divided into two teams, and each group competed enthusiastically, singing songs with great energy and spirit.
The gathering concluded with sukku coffee . The elders expressed their heartfelt gratitude to VAMA Charitable Trust for organizing such thoughtful and enjoyable activities, fulfilling their needs during their old age.

Post celebrating Sangamam on Saturdays for the last two years (115 weeks continuously) Vama team started making the sangamam relevant for other event instead of Saturday. Elders gathered on Deepawali 🪔 and Kanthasashti days and yesterday on Full Moon Day. It was an amazing evening experience for rural elders to celebrate and enjoy Pournami day. Event started at 4.00 pm and continued till 7.15 pm. Several games and activities conducted by Ms Kausalya and Vama team members from both Mannarkoil and Sivasailam. It was raining continuously hence worried about the situation to conduct the event. Fortunately Varuna Bhagwan put a hot from 4 pm to 7 pm and proved his blessings for the service being rendered by Vama Team.