Testimonials
The Story of Inparani
For many years, life was extremely difficult for me.
After the death of my husband, my children abandoned and mistreated me. I was left without food, shelter, love, or proper medical care, and eventually I had no choice but to beg on the streets in order to survive. Living on the streets was painful and exhausting. Even on days when I had a little money, I often did not have the strength to cook or eat. I suffered from hunger, sleepless nights, sickness, and slowly began losing my eyesight. I felt hopeless and alone.
At the time when I could no longer continue living this way, some kind-hearted people brought me to the GS Office, which later referred me to AJAA Home after completing the necessary legal procedures and applications. Arriving at AJAA Home changed my life completely. For the first time in many years, I felt safe and cared for. I was given nutritious meals, proper medical treatment, and my medications on time.
Today, I am living peacefully and happily at AJAA Home. I sleep safely and comfortably, and my health has greatly improved. Most importantly, I now feel loved, respected, and valued. I thank God for giving me a better life in my later years, and I remain deeply grateful to AJAA Home for the kindness, support, and compassion they continue to show me every day.
Edward Anthony & Agnes
We, Edward Anthony and my wife Agnes, would like to share our heartfelt testimony about the challenges we faced during the later years of our lives. Although we are blessed with four children, sadly, we experienced neglect and abandonment in our old age. Instead of receiving love, care, and support, we faced misunderstandings, emotional pain, and daily conflicts within our family. Eventually, we were left without a peaceful place to live.
One day, after returning from a clinic visit, we discovered that the house, which was under our daughter’s name, had been locked, and we were forced to leave. Since we had nowhere else to go, my wife stayed temporarily with one of our daughters while I moved into a senior home that only accepted male residents. Being separated from each other during such a painful time was heartbreaking. My wife often called me in tears, sharing how unhappy and unsupported she felt. At one point, she was even made to stay in a carpenter’s work area behind the house instead of being allowed inside the family home. Desperate for help, I approached the DS Office and GS officials, where I later met the founder and president of AJAA Home and Rev. Sr. Noilean during one of their visits to the senior home.
With the support of the GS Office and the compassionate assistance of AJAA Home, my wife was admitted to the home, and later I was also welcomed so that we could once again live together. Today, we are living peacefully at AJAA Home with dignity, safety, love, and care. We receive shelter, meals, medical support, and emotional comfort. The kindness and compassion shown to us here have greatly improved both our health and happiness. We remain sincerely grateful to the founder and president of AJAA Home, Rev. Sr. Noilean, and all the committee members and supporters who stood by us during the most difficult period of our lives.
Mohammed
For many years, I lived on the streets without proper care, medical support, or a safe place to stay. While surviving through begging, I often noticed the AJAA Home vehicle traveling on the roads and hoped that one day I too could experience a better and more dignified life. Life on the streets was difficult, uncertain, and lonely, and I longed for a place where I could feel safe and cared for.
One day, I met the founder and president of AJAA Home and requested admission to the home. Since I did not have identification documents or knowledge of the legal process, the team guided me to visit the police station with them in order to begin the necessary procedures. After reviewing my background, the police confirmed that I had no current criminal issues apart from a medical warrant. The police inspector encouraged AJAA Home to support me and also offered assistance in contacting my mosque leaders to help complete the application process. Eventually, I was welcomed into AJAA Home, where I received food, clothing, bathing facilities, rest, and compassionate care. I was even able to participate in a trip to Pasikudah, where I experienced comfort, companionship, and happiness.
Although I appreciated the love and support I received, adjusting to a structured environment proved difficult after many years of living on the streets. Eventually, I chose to leave the home, hoping that one day I would return when I felt ready for a more stable and healthy lifestyle. Even so, I remain deeply thankful for the kindness, compassion, and hope that AJAA Home gave me during a difficult period of my life, and I continue to hope for a brighter future ahead.