Athulya Senior Care Forges Strategic Partnership with Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research for Advancing Senior Care

Chennai, 4th March 2024 : Athulya Senior Care, a distinguished leader in senior care proudly announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER), a renowned deemed-to-be-university. This historic agreement solidifies their commitment to advancing academic, research, and developmental initiatives in the field of senior care.
According to the United Nations Population Fund’s India Ageing Report 2023 there were 149 million persons aged 60 years and above in 2022, comprising around 10.5% of the country’s population. And, by 2050, this population will double to 20.8%, with the absolute number at 347 million. With the growing elderly population in India, the need for suitable care and living arrangements has become more pronounced than ever. To be future ready the ground work has to start now.
This MOU between Athulya Senior Care and Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER) is the first of its kind in the senior care industry, and marks a pioneering shift in senior care, fostering collaboration between a healthcare provider and a university. The collective partnership aims to elevate standards, create innovative solutions, and improve the quality of life for India’s elderly population and is poised to bring about transformative changes in the industry.
Through research, education, and community initiatives, the collaboration sets a holistic approach and serves as a model for future engagements in the senior care industry. Joint efforts will include research projects, training programs, and community engagement initiatives to address evolving needs and advance healthcare services for seniors.
“We are thrilled to embark on this transformative journey with SRIHER. This partnership symbolizes our commitment to advancing research, education, and community engagement in healthcare, ultimately enhancing the lives of our senior citizens.” said Dr. Karthik Narayan, Founder & MD of Athulya Senior care.
“Our collaboration with Athulya Senior Care represents an exciting step towards merging academic rigor with real-world applications in senior care. Together, we aim to contribute meaningfully to the development of this critical field.” said Dr. Uma Sekar- Vice Chancellor, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER).
This MOU marks the beginning of a transformative journey for both Athulya Senior Care and SRIHER, as they work together to shape the future of senior care through education, research, and community initiatives. By synergizing the expertise of Athulya with the academic excellence of a distinguished university, this collaboration is poised to bring about transformative changes in the industry