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**Summary:**

The Kozhikode Corporation’s Pakalveedu, an elderly daycare center in Kunduparamba, has been upgraded to a model “Sayamprabha” home by the Department of Social Justice. This recognition brings significant financial support (₹14.10 lakh) to improve staffing, provide medical services, nutrition, entertainment, and vocational training. The home will also serve as a resource center for elderly care awareness and offer services like doorstep food delivery for orphaned seniors and promote activities like small-scale farming and cultural programs. The center, operational since 2022 with 65 members, already hosts the “Grand Mom’s Magic” dish soap brand.

**News Article:**

**Kozhikode Elderly Daycare Center Elevated to Model ‘Sayamprabha’ Home**

**KOZHIKODE, August 3, 2025** – The Department of Social Justice has recognized the Kozhikode Corporation’s Pakalveedu in Kunduparamba as a model “Sayamprabha” home, marking a significant boost for elderly care in the district.

The upgrade brings a grant of ₹14.10 lakh from the department, which will be used to enhance the center’s resources. Plans include hiring additional staff, such as a physiotherapist, physician, and dedicated cleaning personnel. The funds will also support essential medicines, gym equipment, nutritious meals, entertainment, and vocational training programs for senior citizens.

In addition to the financial assistance, the Department will facilitate free medical camps through AYUSH physicians, physiotherapy consultations, and specialized counseling services. Doorstep food delivery will be provided to orphaned senior citizens. The center will also promote activities like library access and small-scale farming by distributing vegetable saplings and seeds.

“This is a recognition for our efforts to make the Pakalveedu at Kunduparamba one of the best in the city,” said P. Divakaran, Welfare Standing Committee Chairman of Kozhikode Corporation. “The additional support of the department will help it reach great heights.”

As a model Sayamprabha home, the Kunduparamba center will also serve as a vital resource hub, raising social awareness regarding the needs of the elderly and providing training for caregivers. The center will collaborate with the District Legal Services Authority to conduct adalats.

The Pakalveedu, which began operations in 2022 and currently has 65 members, is already known for innovative initiatives like the “Grand Mom’s Magic” dish soap business run by its members. The upgrade promises to further enhance the quality of life for seniors in the Kozhikode community.

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