183rd Week Sangamam
We are delighted to share the highlights of the 183rd Week Sangamam, held at our Sailam Campus with the inspiring theme “Connecting Generations.” The programme was designed to strengthen the bond between young people and senior citizens through meaningful interaction, learning, and mutual care.
This week, 13 young volunteers spent the entire day with our elders. They actively interacted with them, shared stories, played together, and created a warm and joyful atmosphere. The youngsters also conducted an engaging session on the use of technology, explaining how mobile phones can be used safely and effectively for communication, accessing information, and staying connected with family members. The elders were eager to learn and appreciated the guidance provided by the volunteers.
As the programme coincided with the birth anniversary of Perunthalaivar K. Kamarajar, we paid tribute to the great leader by remembering his remarkable contributions to education and society. Some of our elders shared inspiring memories and spoke about Kamarajar’s simple lifestyle, leadership, and service to the nation. Adding to the celebration, our talented elder Mrs. Pushpam beautifully sang a song in honour of Kamarajar, and her melodious voice touched everyone’s hearts.

182th Week Sangamam
We are delighted to share the highlights of the 182nd Week Sangamam, held on 11th July 2026 at the VAMA Charitable Trust campus, Sivasailam.

This week’s Sangamam was made even more special by the presence of our well-wisher Mr. Gopal Raman and his family, from ADF Company, Chennai. They spent the entire day with our elders, actively participating in the celebrations and bringing great joy to everyone.

More than 90 elders from Pappakudi, Mannarkoil, VK Puram, Kalyanipuram, Ambasamudram, and Thirumalaipuram gathered to take part in the program. The event began with a series of fun-filled physical activities that encouraged movement, laughter, and teamwork. Our elders enthusiastically participated in ball games, Kolattam, and the traditional game “Kola Kolaya Mundhirikka.” Their energy and excitement filled the campus with happiness.

One of the most enjoyable activities of the day was the “Action Message Game.” We had prepared slips of paper containing different actions and placed them in a box. Each elder picked a slip and performed the action written on it. The performances brought endless laughter and smiles, making the activity one of the highlights of the day. It encouraged confidence, creativity, and active participation among the elders.

After the morning games, everyone enjoyed tea and snacks, followed by more interactive activities that strengthened friendship and togetherness among the participants.

A delicious and nutritious lunch was then served, consisting of rice, sambar, raw banana (vazhakkai) kootu, carrot poriyal, pumpkin poriyal, rasam, buttermilk, and pickles. The elders appreciated the lovingly prepared meal and enjoyed dining together.

181th Week Sangamam
We are happy to share the report of the 181st Week of Sangamam, held on 4th July.

As part of this week’s program, we organized a spiritual visit to the Pandurenga Temple located near our VAMA Charitable Trust. Mr. Padmanaban and Mrs. Narmadha Padmanaban who conducted the worship of Lord Pandurenga at Ravanasamudram warmly invited our elders to participate in the Rukmini Kalyanam (Marriage Ceremony of Lord Pandurenga and Goddess Rukmini) organized at the temple.

Around 40 elders who wished to participate joined the temple visit. The elders were very happy to witness the traditional marriage ceremony and experienced the spiritual atmosphere with great devotion. They were served a delicious wedding feast with a variety of traditional dishes. The Pandurenga team also shared inspiring stories from the life of Lord Krishna, which brought joy and spiritual enrichment to all the participants.

After lunch, we returned to VAMA Charitable Trust, where we had the privilege of welcoming the team from Vallalar Karunai Ullam Sevai Arakkattalai, Vasudevanallur Unit. Mr. Muruganantha Swamigal, Mrs. Kalaichitra, and Mrs. Rudravani interacted warmly with our elders.

180th Week Sangamam
We are happy to share the successful completion of the 180th week of Sangamam, along with the celebration of the 35th wedding anniversary of our well-wishers, Mr. Mohan and Mrs. Neela from Tirunelveli.

The couple wished to celebrate their special day with our elders, and we were delighted to organize this memorable event. To make the occasion unique, we recreated a traditional wedding atmosphere by arranging the “Pen Veettar” and “Mappillai Veettar” ceremony with the support of our elders. The couple exchanged garlands, reliving the beautiful memories of their wedding that took place 35 years ago. During the garland exchange, the elders joyfully performed the traditional kulavai, making the celebration even more vibrant and emotional.

More than 80 elders from various locations participated in the event, and everyone enjoyed the celebration wholeheartedly. Mr. Mohan shared that the event brought back wonderful memories of his wedding day and expressed his happiness and gratitude.

The highlight of the event was the presence of our well-wishers Mr. Neelakandan and Bharadwaj, the renowned music director, who participated in the program and blessed the couple. Bharadwaj Sir sang the beautiful song Avaravar Vaazhkaiyil, which added great joy to the occasion. All the elders thoroughly enjoyed his song and inspiring words.

179th Week Sangamam
We are happy to share the successful completion of the 179th week of Sangamam, held on 20th June at Sivasailam. This week’s program was filled with several meaningful activities, fun sessions, and concept-based discussions for the elders.

As part of the program, we celebrated National Yoga Day and encouraged our elders to participate in simple yoga practices. The yoga session was guided based on techniques trained by experts, and the elders actively performed the steps with great enthusiasm.

We also had a discussion session where the elders recalled and shared their feedback about the previous week’s program, where grandchildren showed respect to their grandparents through Paadha Pooja. Many elders expressed their happiness and shared that they felt deeply touched and blessed to receive such love and respect from the younger generation.

Our program coordinator conducted memory-strengthening activities for the elders to help them stay mentally active and confident. Through these exercises, we reminded them that their memory is still strong and encouraged them to stay engaged in meaningful activities during their free time.

We are happy to share about the successful completion of the 178th week of the Sangamam Program, held on 13th June, with the special theme “Respect to Elders.” The program focused on honoring grandparents through the beautiful tradition of Paadha Pooja performed by their grandchildren.

More than 80 elders participated in the program, and among them, 13 elders attended along with their grandchildren. The event began with an interaction session where the children were encouraged to speak about their grandparents. They shared their love, experiences, and memorable moments with their grandmothers and grandfathers. Many children spoke emotionally about their grandparents’ sacrifices, the special food they cook, and the happiness they experience while spending time with them.

After the sharing session, we arranged the Paadha Pooja ceremony, where all the children respectfully performed Paadha Pooja for their grandparents. It was a heart-touching moment filled with love, gratitude, and blessings. After the ceremony, the grandparents blessed their grandchildren and shared their own life experiences, struggles, and sacrifices made for their children and families.

We are delighted to share the successful completion of the 177th Week of VAMA Sangamam, held on 6th June at Sailam.
This week, more than 75 senior citizens from Kallidaikurichi, Ambasamudram, Mannarkoil, Thirumalaipuram, VK Puram, and Kalyanipuram gathered together and spent a joyful day filled with fellowship, learning, and recreation. The elders shared their cherished memories and experiences with VAMA over the years, making the gathering truly meaningful.
As part of the program, various fun-filled games were organized for the elders, encouraging participation and creating a lively atmosphere.
We were honored to have Mr. Mahalingam, Mr. Anaji, and Mr. Lakshmanan from Ambasamudram as special guests. Mr. Mahalingam spoke about the importance of kindness and compassion in serving the elderly community. Mr. Anaji highlighted VAMA’s achievements and contributions towards senior citizen welfare. Mr. Lakshmanan shared inspiring thoughts about the greatness of rivers and narrated the story of Bhagiratha, emphasizing dedication and perseverance in life.
The elders enthusiastically participated in recreational activities, including a ball game, which brought smiles and laughter to everyone.
A delicious lunch was served, consisting of rice, sambar, carrot puttu, beetroot poriyal, vathakulambu, rasam, and other side dishes. The elders thoroughly enjoyed the meal and appreciated the hospitality.
After lunch, the participants joined a lively “Pattukku Pattu” (song session), where many elders showcased their singing talents. Their melodious voices created a warm and cheerful atmosphere that filled the venue with joy and nostalgia.

we successfully conducted the 176th week of our Saturday Sangamam at Vama.

During the gathering, our elders performed a special puja and offered heartfelt prayers for the wellness, happiness, and good health of all our donors, well-wishers, relatives, neighbours, and their old and gold friends who continue to support and encourage Vama’s elder care initiatives.

One of the elders shared a deeply touching reflection under the theme “படித்ததில் பிடித்தது” (“A Thought that Touched the Heart”). The message beautifully captured the emotions, fears, realities, and wisdom that accompany ageing.

The reflection spoke about how, at this stage of life, messages about the passing away of classmates and long-time friends are becoming more frequent. It reminded everyone that those above 75 years are truly living a “bonus phase” of life — a precious gift made possible by medical advancements and changing lifestyles.

The message also highlighted an important truth: ageing should not be lived in fear, loneliness, or anxiety, but with positivity, activity, emotional connection, and gratitude. It encouraged elders to continue caring for their health through yoga, walking, breathing exercises, and meaningful social engagement, while also cherishing family relationships and companionship.

We are delighted to share the successful completion of the 175th week of Sangamam, held on 9th May at our Sivasailam Centre.

The highlight of this week’s Sangamam was a truly meaningful and heartwarming “Retirement Celebration” — a beautiful example of celebrating life with purpose, compassion, and community bonding.

We were honoured to host the event with the kind support of Shri Arumuga Nainar, Retired Senior Director, NIC Tirunelveli. His wife, Mrs. Muthulakshmi, serving in LIC Tirunelveli, will be retiring at the end of this month after years of dedicated service.
Initially, Madam Muthulakshmi had planned to host a farewell gathering for her colleagues either at a restaurant in Tirunelveli or at a resort in Kerala.

We are delighted to share the successful completion of the 174th week of Sangamam, held on 2nd May at our Sivasailam Centre.

The highlight of the event was “Preserve the Talent”, where our elders enthusiastically showcased their diverse skills, creativity, and rich life experiences. With great energy and joy, they engaged in a variety of activities—preparing traditional homemade delicacies such as pickles, vadagam, and narthanga urugai; demonstrating age-old cooking methods using wood stoves; creating beautiful drawings; and decorating the huts with a touch of heritage aesthetics. Some elders also participated in Kaatrin Mozhi, connecting and conversing virtually with fellow elders, reflecting the beautiful blend of tradition and technology.

Beyond these activities, what truly stood out was the depth of wisdom and cultural richness our elders brought forward. Many shared forgotten recipes, sustainable living practices, storytelling traditions, devotional songs, and simple yet meaningful crafts rooted in our heritage. Their participation was not just an expression of talent, but a powerful reminder of the invaluable knowledge they carry—knowledge that deserves to be preserved, celebrated, and passed on to future generations.