She brought light into our lives
Dignity volunteer A K Lakshmi came into our world about two and a half years ago. She has wrought visible changes (I ought to say magic) in my
wife Jaya, aged 82. Jaya was experiencing some neurological old age problems which were efficiently treated by the highly experienced doctors
at NIMHANS, Bengaluru. At that time we were looking for someone to help Jaya get back to normal life and it was then we both became members of
Dignity Foundation. Very soon thereafter, Lakshmi came into our lives.
Lakshmi has been coming assiduously twice a week: Monday mornings to keep Jaya's mind active and healthy. Tuesday evenings to help her walk in
the neighbourhood. Lakshmi provides Jaya with written quizzes, puzzles, arithmetic, plays scrabble and rummy etc to keep her brain alert and
vibrant. The walk helps Jaya meet neighbours, friendly shopkeepers, apart from giving her exercise and a sense of self-confidence.
The result is now visible in the attached picture. Both Jaya and I (of course) look forward to Lakshmi's twice a week visits and she has now
become a part of our family. This picture was taken by my daughter from Auroville who was visiting us recently.
I thought I ought to share this experience with the wider group of Dignity members and friends, as it reflects the good solid work that is
being done.
Anand Kundaji, Bengaluru