HOLY CROSS HOSPICE

      Kerala is well known worldwide for its efficiency in health care delivery system, renowned as “Kerala Model” health care. Though the per capita income is very less, its health care delivery system is at par with that of developed countries.

     In recent year’s palliative care gained much momentum in Kerala. Palliative care is given to those patients whose disease conditions cannot be cured. Objective of palliative care is to decrease the discomfort and problems arising as a part of the disease and provide a qualitative life till their death. An innovative approach was tried in Kerala, which include extensive community participation. It was believed that it is the responsibility of the society to provide the needed assistance for patients suffering from debilitating diseases like cancer. The assistance can be financial, medical, psychological or spiritual. Now World Health Organization recognized it as an ideal approach in providing palliative care for developing countries.

     In certain parts of Kerala, patient population receiving palliative services is more than 90% whereas in developed countries only 70% of the needed gets such services.

     I would like to discuss about Hospice. Hospice is a special place for providing palliative services. It has facilities of a small hospital as well as the environment is a homely one. There will be doctors, nurses and others to take care of these patients. The structure of the building with be disable friendly and has a serene atmosphere.

    One such Hospice is Holy Cross Hospice in Perumpadappu; Kochi-Kerala. You will be astonished to see such an Hospice in a picturesque place. A kilometer away from the bus stop, the environment is calm with lots of trees. The Hospice has a beautiful garden near the entrance.

    Holy Cross Hospice mainly takes care of cancer patients, especially in their end stages. They provide shelter,food,medicines and other necessities absolutely free of cost. A dedicated team of nuns co-ordinates the functions of this Hospice. Patients ranging from children to elderly is taken care of irrespective of caste,creed,gender etc.

    It functions with the help of broad minded people in the society. If you feel that you should donate some amount for noble causes,then Holy Cross Hospice is an apt option.

     You can contact Holy Cross Hospice: Sister Mary Valsala-0484-2232439

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TRANCE

          Sometimes you come across people who doesn't fit into the crowd.There is usually something unique about them.

        They exudes grace and elegance.They walk quietly and gently,fully engaged in their own world.Their eyes are crystal clear and glows.They show an inclination towards spirituality and psychology.They will be excited to discuss things related to these.

        They are not interested in worldly luxuries and usually lead a simple life.They render help to all in need,even to animals.They involve themselves in social work.They wholeheartedly devote themselves to volunteer activities in charity organizations.

      Others find it difficult to understand them.They exhibit inherent happiness and will be in a state of bliss at times.

     They love to meditate and usually are seen in a state of trance.

     Some will discontnue their studies/work and suddenly disappear.You will be astonished to hear such news because mostly these people are highly intelligent or may be gifted.Why they left their studies/job and where they went will remain a mystery often.

    Hope you all might have met such a person ,or else you will surely meet :)

IS THERE A JOB FOR ME?

        Who might have asked this question? A young guy who just completed a course?

Read further to know it……

       Coming back from work I board a bus which takes me to my place. After a while, I got a seat. I started conversation with the person sitting next to me. I had promised myself that I will interact with at least one person each week while traveling during this year. So I asked him where he was going.

      He pleasantly replied. Then we shared our personal details. When I mentioned where I am working, he asked-“Is there a job for me?”

      I was surprised to hear it and was taken aback because the person sitting beside me is in his late sixties. He mentioned a bit back that he was a clerk in a government college in Kochi and now retired.

     He shared with me that he has a son and daughter. Though he did not expressed, I could say he is going through some financial constraints. He was wise enough not to share his personal problems with a person whom he just met.

    He cheerfully wished me good luck in career while we were parting.

    Still now, his question is ringing in my ears. Old age which is believed to be relieving a person from the role of one who takes care to a one receiving care is not happening now a day. There is hell lot of uncertainty in the lives of elderly.

   I tried to be in his shoes and understand the stream of thoughts that might be going through his mind. Frankly to say: it’s very uncomfortable!