May I invite your attention to an article in “The Hindu (supplement - Property Plus) “ dated 11 Oct 2008. The short article “With the needs of the elderly in mind” by Shyama Rajagopal is worth it. The Sainik Vihar at Kakkanad, Cochin has been built with these aspects in mind. The author also affirms that such facilities have become relevant today as few projects are started with that aim.
For those of you who may not have read the article, I have here a few points extracted from the article.
Sainik Vihar, Kakkanad,
Built by the Kerala Ex-servicemen’s Welfare association.
Built with the needs of the elderly in mind.
To live independently, without feeling lonely, and enjoying community living.
Food from a canteen, or cook of their own.
111 cents of land; accommodation for 36 families; 16 small villas( two units each) ;
Area from 270 sqft to 467 sqft.
Cost from 1.1 lakh to 2.1 lakh (deposit). Regn fees 10,000/--
In case of death, the deposit (less 5%) will be returned to the nominee.
Canteen at reasonable charges.
Guests/ children of the residents will not be allowed to stay overnight (space problem); but Guest room available.
I am sure many senior citizens would be looking for such homes.
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