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“I spent my life working hard to provide my sons everything they needed but when I lost my eyesight they turned their back on me. They tortured me to the point that I had to leave my house,” says 55-year-old Chandrakant Noniklal Gajjar. He had nowhere to go but to Laljibhai’s home for the elderly blind. “Without Laljibhai I am not sure in what condition I would have been,” he cries.<img src="https://cfstatic.give.do/99b16e04-429e-455a-a5bd-9fd8e9a0299e.JPG" />For over 40 years, visually impaired Laljibhai Prajapati and his NGO Shri Navchetan Andhjan Mandal, has stood as a pillar of support for hundreds of blind and homeless elderly. He invested whatever little he had to build them a loving home. But now after several decades that home is crumbling and 63 residents are at the risk of ending up on the streets.Help Laljibhai, a 68-year-old blind man give a safe home to 63 visually impaired elders. Donate nowAll donations to this fundraising campaign are tax exempted under 80G of the Income Tax Act (India), &amp; 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (USA).From light to darkness and back“I was seventeen years old when I went to bed one night and woke up blind. My life changed drastically. From dreaming of becoming a doctor one day to being trapped within four walls, my life came to a standstill. My father was a farmer but still he took me to many doctors but no one could help,” says Laljibhai.<img src="https://cfstatic.give.do/3eb4d102-31e2-4c26-896e-812b42efbea8.JPG" />According to Laljibhai, he did not let his disability stand in his way and completed his education and got a job as a teacher. ”I was just about 22 when I witnessed the condition of elderly blind persons in society. For those who have families are often abandoned and the rest live lonely lives with no one to care for them. I soon started to help them in whatever way possible. And in 1979 I built a home for homeless and abandoned blind elderly.” Give life to their dreamsIt’s been 40 years since Laljibhai built this house but now after so many years it has become unsafe for the old residents. The helpless elderly who have already faced a fair share of pain and suffering are now compelled to live in the dilapidated building as they have nowhere else to go.“The blind elderly neither get help from their own families or from the society. Here we adopt them as our own. We take care of all their needs from medical expenses to providing them with nutritious meals. Our only problem now is the condition of our house. There have been times when parts of the ceiling have also come falling. This building is no longer safe for them.” says the founder.<img src="https://cfstatic.give.do/c5864306-17fb-4b17-970b-74284bf0fd3a.JPG" />The home I built to care for blind elderly, 40 years back, is now crumbling. Help me build a new home for them where this family of 63 blind senior citizens can find joy and happiness again, Laljibhai pleads.Donate to this fundraiser by Give.do to support Laljibhai in his mission to give blind elderly a safe home.

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Shri Navchetan Andhjan Mandal was established on October 31, 1976 with an aim to provide help and support to the mentally retarded, visually impaired, hearing impaired and the orthopedically handicapped children in the field of education, medical care, vocational training, rehabilitation and employment generation.We educate the disabled children for their optimal development and provide professional and vocational training with the aim to enable them to earn a livelihood. We have started a separate primary school for boys and girls and a co-educational secondary school. In these schools, about 560 challenged as well as a few normal children study together. We also support students attending higher secondary school. I.T.C. and college. An industrial training institute was established in 2004 for teaching two trades viz. tailoring and computer operation. The organization has hostel facilities for 240 boys and 160 girls, three physiotherapy centres, library (Braille and normal) and a computerised Braille press. We have an old age home for the visually impaired and normal man and woman at Bhachau. All the above facilitates and services are provided free of cost to the disabled.We have received National and State awards for providing quality services to the "Divyang" persons.

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Laljibhai Prajapati

Shri Navchetan Andhjan Mandal

This nonprofit is registered as a charitable trust under section 12A of India's Income Tax Act, 1961.

This nonprofit is registered under section 80G of India's Income Tax Act, 1961. This means you can deduct 50% of the donation you made through your tax return.

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Dear supporters,We are excited to share the completion of the new residence for the elderly blind, a significant achievement made possible by your heartfelt contributions. This new home now offers a safe, nurturing environment where our residents can thrive, free from the concerns of the dilapidated conditions they previously faced.Thanks to your generosity, we have been able to provide a modern facility that prioritizes comfort and accessibility, ensuring that daily life is enriching and dignified for our 63 residents. We invite you to view the photos below to see the tangible impact of your donations. These images capture the joy and relief that your support has brought to our residents. However, the journey to provide continuous care and support for our residents is ongoing. Maintaining this new home, with its improved facilities and services, requires ongoing funding. Your continued support will help ensure that we can offer the best possible care and improve the quality of life for our residents. Donate now I Make a difference

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Visit Date: 29th March 2024Visited by: Atreyi Bhanja, Associate, Give Grants Team During a field visit to Shri Navchetan Andhjan Mandal, our team assessed the current condition of the facility that has served as a home for blind elderly for over four decades. The primary purpose of our visit was to evaluate the structural integrity of the home and to understand the living conditions of the residents. It is clear from our observations that while the home has been well managed and the residents are cared for, the physical structure of the building has deteriorated significantly over the years. Several areas of the home, including the ceiling and walls, show severe signs of wear and pose a safety risk to its inhabitants. With the funds obtained from the campaign, the final stages of construction of the new home are almost complete. These efforts are crucial in ensuring that the new facility is not only functional but also welcoming. The staff quarters have already been completed and handed over, with staff and their families currently residing there. This step indicates significant progress towards the overall completion and operational readiness of the home. During interactions, the residents expressed a strong sense of community and gratitude for the support they receive. However, they also shared their concerns about the building's condition. Their anticipation for the move to the new facility is high, as they look forward to a safer and more comfortable living environment. The construction of the new building is an urgent necessity to ensure the safety and well-being of the 63 blind elderly residents. Donate NowJoin us in supporting this vital cause.

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In the bustling city of Surat, where life moves at an unyielding pace, the story of Chandrakant Navinbhai Gajjar unfolds—a narrative that speaks volumes about resilience in the face of adversity and the transformative power of compassion. Born into a world that gradually dimmed to darkness, Chandrakant's life is a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by those who lose their sight and the societal neglect that often follows. Chandrakant, once a vibrant individual contributing to the fabric of society through his work in the textile industry, saw his life unravel as his vision began to fade. With each passing day, as the world around him grew darker, so too did his prospects. Rendered jobless and struggling with a growing sense of isolation, the weight of his circumstances began to take a toll not just on him but on his family life as well. The man who had once provided for his loved ones found himself in a dire situation, grappling with despair and a future that seemed bleak. In this hour of darkness, Chandrakant made a decision that would alter the course of his life—he sought refuge in the Old Age Home Bhachau. Away from the home and family that could no longer support him, Chandrakant discovered a new family among the elders of the home. Here, in this sanctuary for the visually impaired and elderly, he found more than just shelter; he found a community that understood his struggles, shared his pains, and offered him the warmth and acceptance he yearned for. However, the sanctuary that has stood as a pillar of support for its residents is now in peril. After decades of providing a loving home, the building that houses these 63 souls is crumbling, threatening to displace them once more. This home, which has been a source of joy, companionship, and hope for Chandrakant and many others, now needs our help to ensure its doors remain open. Join us in this noble cause. Your donation can help secure a future for Chandrakant and his extended family at the Old Age Home Bhachau, ensuring that this haven of hope and healing remains a beacon of light for many more years to come. Together, let's help rebuild not just a home but a lifeline for those who have nowhere else to turn. Donate now and be a part of their journey towards a brighter, secure future.

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