Sukrutham Palliative Care & Elderly Care Initiative in Keralam

Sukrutham is a community-driven initiative dedicated to providing palliative care and elderly care across Kerala. The program focuses on supporting bedridden patients, chronically ill individuals, and senior citizens who require continuous care and assistance at home.

With a growing network of over 135 palliative care centers across Kerala, Sukrutham currently supports around 25,000 bedridden patients through home-based care, volunteer support, and community participation. The initiative works to ensure that no elderly or terminally ill patient is left without care, dignity, and compassion.

Community-Based Palliative Care in Kerala
Sukrutham follows a community palliative care model, where trained volunteers and nurses regularly visit patients at their homes. The centers provide:

Home-based palliative care for bedridden patients
Elderly care and support services
Basic medical assistance and monitoring
Emotional and psychological support for patients and families
Guidance for family caregivers

This approach helps patients remain in the comfort of their homes while receiving continuous care and attention.

Volunteer Training and Caregiver Development

A strong network of trained caregivers forms the backbone of Sukrutham’s services. SevaBharathi plays an important role in this initiative by training volunteers and nurses who serve in Sukrutham palliative care centers.

The training programs focus on:

Palliative nursing skills
Patient care and hygiene support
Bedridden patient handling techniques
Emotional and psychological care
Community health awareness

Through structured training and hands-on experience, volunteers are equipped to deliver compassionate and responsible elderly care services across Kerala.

Supporting 25,000 Bedridden Patients Across Kerala

Sukrutham’s network currently serves approximately 25,000 bedridden patients, offering them regular care and companionship. For many families, these centers provide essential relief and guidance in managing long-term illness or age-related health challenges.
By combining community participation, volunteer service, and professional training, Sukrutham ensures that patients receive both medical support and human connection.

Vision: 500 Palliative Care Centers by 2026

Sukrutham is expanding its reach with a clear mission: To establish 500 palliative care and elderly care centers across Kerala by the end of 2026.This expansion will significantly increase access to home-based palliative care services and support thousands more patients and families throughout the state.