Longevity is a modern-day boon, yet it is met with conflicting reactions. Political, social, economic, and technological advances have created new situations that necessitate inventive solutions. Many elderly people have grown dissatisfied with their current surroundings and are looking for a change. Many people find it challenging to care for themselves for a variety of personal reasons.

This Council has observed through interaction with Senior Citizens from various economic classes that many feel very insecure, ignored, and uncared for some older persons, such as those who have lost partners or are issue less couples, or those parents whose children have settled away, or those considered misfits in the current joint family system, are required to be provided with a sense of security, care, affection, and medical attention, as well as other day to day necessities.