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We Care Month: Alzheimer’s Awareness and Consultation Programme

As part of the November “We Care Month” Alzheimer’s Awareness Campaign, ARDST and the Lourdes Forane Church Senior Citizens Initiative are jointly organizing a free Alzheimer’s consultation-cum-awareness programme on November 13, 2026, at St. Thomas Hall, Lourdes Forane Church, Thiruvananthapuram. The programme will be led by Prof. (Dr.) Robert Mathew, HOD, Department of Neurology, Mookambika Medical College, Marthandam.

Alzheimer’s Consultation-cum-Awareness Programme at Lourdes Forane Church

A Thoughtful Contribution to Snehasadanam

A wheelchair was generously sponsored for Snehasadanam by the family members of one of our residents. The contribution will support the mobility and day-to-day care needs of residents at the facility.

Wheelchair Sponsored by an ARDST Resident’s Family for Snehasadanam

ARDST World Alzheimer’s Awareness Month 2026: Events and Community Initiatives

ARDST Awareness Month 2026 was observed with events and community initiatives to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s and highlight the importance of supporting individuals and families affected by the condition.

World Alzheimer’s Month 2026: All India Radio Phone-in Program on Dementia

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World Alzheimer’s Month 2026: Alzheimer’s Awareness Campaign by ARDST & YWCA Thiruvananthapuram

A Token of Appreciation and Support

Students and faculty members from Christ Nagar School, Pachalloor, visited us and donated bedsheets and towels. We sincerely appreciate their thoughtful contribution and support. The students also presented a small token of appreciation, making the visit even more special. Thank you to everyone who continues to contribute and make a difference.

A Meaningful Gesture of Support

Christ Nagar School Students at Snehasadanam

World Alzheimer’s Day and Memory Walk

World Alzheimer’s Day was observed with a Memory Walk to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and highlight the importance of supporting individuals and families affected by memory-related conditions.

Memory Walk 2026 in Observance of World Alzheimer’s Day: Flag off by Shri K Muraleedharan (Hon. Minister for Health, GoK)

Memory Walk – World Alzheimer’s Day

Dementia Care: Understanding the Condition and Getting It Right Featured in Kerala Kaumudi

Onam 2026 Celebrations at ARDST

Onam 2026 was celebrated at ARDST with joy and togetherness. The celebrations included a beautiful pookalam, cultural programs, fun games and activities, and a traditional Onasadya, bringing everyone together in the festive spirit of the season.

Welcome Onam 2026 – Celebration Schedule

Onam Celebrations Organizing Team

Beautiful Onam Pookalam

Onam 2026 – Program Highlights

Thrikarthika Celebration at the Care Home

Thrikarthika is a traditional Kerala festival celebrated in the Malayalam month of Vrischikam. Residents gathered to enjoy the serene Thrikarthika evening, marked by beautifully lit lamps arranged in the courtyard.

A peaceful Thrikarthika lamp-lighting moment enjoyed by the residents.

Thrikarthika Festivities

Residents Celebrate Thrikarthika Together

VGP Online Academic Session on Recent Advances in Dementia

An online academic session organized under the VGP series to discuss emerging insights and developments in dementia care and research, focusing on Recent Advances in Dementia.

Webinar Announcement from the VGP Online Academic Series

Alzheimer’s Awareness & Free Screening Camp

A community initiative offering expert-led awareness sessions and complimentary Alzheimer’s screening to support early detection of the condition and family wellbeing. The Camp was successfully conducted on 27th September 2025 at the S.N. Club Auditorium. It was organized by SN Club in association with the Alzheimer’s & Related Disorders Society of Thiruvananthapuram.

Alzheimer’s Awareness & Free Screening Camp – 27th September, 2025

SN Club Team and Organizers at the Alzheimer’s Awareness Camp

Active Participation at the Alzheimer’s Awareness Program

One-on-One Alzheimer’s Screening Session

Alzheimer’s Screening Camp

Memory Walk 2025: Uniting Voices Against Alzheimer’s

The Alzheimer’s and Related Disorders Society of Thiruvananthapuram (ARDST) organized a Dementia Awareness Memory Walk on September 21, 2025 in observance of World Alzheimer’s Day. The walk was flagged off from Kowdiar Square by the Honourable Governor of Kerala, Shri Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar.

World Alzheimer’s Day Awareness Walk by ARDST in Thiruvananthapuram

Welcoming the Honourable Governor of Kerala, Shri. Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar at the 2025 Dementia Awareness Memory Walk

Leaders and Volunteers Join Alzheimer’s Day Memory Walk in Thiruvananthapuram

Participants Gathering in Support of Alzheimer’s Awareness on September 21, 2025

The Official Flag-Off Ceremony of the Memory Walk on World Alzheimer’s Day 2025

Flagging Off the Dementia Awareness Memory Walk on World Alzheimer’s Day 2025

The Honourable Governor of Kerala, Shri. Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar Flags Off Alzheimer’s Day Memory Walk

Students Lead Alzheimer’s Day Memory Walk in Thiruvananthapuram

World Alzheimer’s Day: Kerala Faces Growing Cases and Care Challenges

Newspaper Article Screenshot of World Alzheimer’s Day Memory Walk

Memory Test and Dementia Awareness at Trivandrum YMCA

Led by Dr. Robert Mathew, a renowned neurologist in Trivandrum, the event featured expert talks, one-on-one consultations, and memory assessments.

Dr. Robert Mathew – Keynote on Dementia Awareness at Trivandrum YMCA

Memory Awareness Session by Dr. Robert Mathew

Public Participation – Memory Test Session

Dementia Awareness Patient Registration

Dementia Memory Test Event: Audience Participation

The Interior of ARDST: A Space for Calm and Care

The interior of ARDST is thoughtfully designed to provide a calm and peaceful environment, with well-lit pathways that ensure comfort and ease of navigation.

Peaceful Resting Space for Patients

Pathway Leading to Rooms

Inviting Room Interior

World Alzheimers Day 2024 – Patient and Caregiver Education Program

SCTIMST and ARDST organized a Patient and Caregiver Education Program’ on World Alzheimer’s Day

World Alzheimers Day – Patient and Caregiver Education Program 2024

Inaugural Lighting Ceremony

Attendees at Alzheimer’s Patient and Caregiver Education Program 2024

Alzheimer’s Patient and Caregiver Education Program

Alzheimer’s Awareness and Care: News

Caring for Alzheimer’s patients presents unique challenges, requiring patience, understanding, and specialized support to enhance the quality of life for both patients and caregivers.

Challenges in Caring for Alzheimer’s Patients – News Paper Article

Newspaper Article Screenshot of World Alzheimer’s Day Rally

Relief Measures for Dementia Patients

Newspaper Article Screenshot on Memory Walk – ARDST

Memory Walk Held on Alzheimer’s Day

The Alzheimer’s and Related Disorders Society of Thiruvananthapuram (ARDST) organized a Dementia Awareness Memory Walk in connection with World Alzheimer’s Day on September 21.

Flagging Off the Memory Walk ARDST

Alzheimer’s Day Memory Walk – September 21 – ARDST

Alzheimer’s Day Memory Walk – September 21

ARDST Events and Activities

ARDST Events and Activities 2024

Memory Walk for Alzheimer’s Awareness Day

Asian Development Bank Delegation on Elderly Care Visit Led by Meredith Wyse

The Asian Development Bank delegation, led by Meredith Wyse, visited Snehasadanam to explore initiatives in elderly care.

Asian Development Bank Delegation at Snehasadanam

Meredith Wyse and ADB Delegation Meet with Care Team at Snehasadanam

Meredith Wyse Leading ADB Delegation’s Visit to Snehasadanam

Dr. Jacob Roy Memorial CME By ARDST and SCTIMST

A one-day CME in memory of Dr. Jacob Roy was organized by the Alzheimers and Related Disorders Society of Thiruvananthapuram (ARDST), in collaboration with the Department of Neurology, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST).

Photo of Attendees at Dr. Jacob Roy Memorial CME Event 2022

ARDST Onam 2024

A vibrant and culturally enriching celebration organized by ARDST

Onam 2024 at ARDST

ARDST Team at the Onam Get-together

Three-Day Residential Training Programme on Geriatric Counseling

A Three-Day Residential Training Programme is Organized on Geriatric Counseling in Collaboration with the Regional Resource and Training Centre (Age Care), Nightingales Medical Trust, Bangalore.