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  1. Digante Old Age Home

Digante Old Age Home is a premium retirement community situated in Chuchura, Hooghly, just 40 mins away from Kolkata, nestled in a 60,000 sq. ft. mango orchard with a natural lake and lush greenery. Digante provides a very comfortable accommodation with options including premium and deluxe rooms with single and double occupancy and a choice between A/C and Non A/C.

Amenities and Services: The complex ensures an atmosphere that includes serenity, safety and care. With a room full of amenities, the premises is suitable for seniors who’re looking for a safe and tranquil environment. The medical support includes 24/7 medical consultation by senior doctors, In-house doctors, trained nurses, and health workers, Tie-ups with NH Group, Disha Eye Hospitals & national health service providers, Weekly & emergency health check-ups, In-house physiotherapy and escort service for external doctor visits, banking, etc, medical equipment include ECG, BP monitor, oxygen concentrator (10L), pulse oximeter, nebulizer, wheelchair, Fowler’s bed, and portable oxygen can.

Additionally, an On-call emergency ambulance. A central kitchen is provided within the complex that serves meals specially curated for diabetic, kidney, cardiac and other medical conditions designed by a nutritionist, the meals prepared are served in the community dining hall present on each floor. The meals are available in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options and are hygienically cooked. The campus has a farm that provides fresh fruits and vegetables for the residents. The complex promotes engagement and social interaction with amenities like library, free Wi-Fi, a temple and a meditation room.

Club Digante Vista for leisure, Guest room for visiting family, Laundry and daily housekeeping services ensuring a stress free living. The safety measures are kept in mind with facilities like 24/7 CCTV surveillance, 10-ft high concrete boundaries & manned security the community promises a safe and sound living. The recreational activities include Indoor and outdoor games, Yoga and fitness sessions, Painting, cooking, gardening, Celebration of birthdays, anniversaries, national festivals, Yearly tours, shopping trips, and picnics, Jogging track, cycling lane, swings, fishing deck, and park. The campus is equipped with anti-skid tiles, grab railings, radium stripes for visibility in dark, 24/7 power backup for uninterrupted services and wheelchair accessibility. Additionally, A high-care unit (HCU) for short-term supervision.

For More Details Please Visit- Digante Senior Living, Chinsurah, West Bengal

2. Rukmani Amar Aangan

Rukmani Amar Aangan is a warm, thoughtfully created space surrounded by nature and peace, it runs with care by the Radhakishan Rukmani Devi Poddar Charitable Trust, this not-for-profit home is especially welcoming to elders whose children live abroad or in other cities. To keep families close, it even offers short-stay rooms for visiting loved ones, with easy booking for NRIs. Rukmani Amar provides 24 air-conditioned and 6 non-air-conditioned rooms with single or twin sharing options.

Amenities and Services: Rukmani provides an array of amenities for the residents keeping in mind physical, emotional, mental and social well-being. The Healthcare facilities include doctor’s visit once a fortnight, In-house physiotherapy available daily, Ambulance facility and emergency medical services on payment, Emergency medical department equipped with life-saving devices like defibrillators, Nutritionist and diet specialist on call and In-house first aid arrangements in case of emergencies.

The complex provides healthy, vegetarian meals with eggs available on certain days. Meals include breakfast, lunch, tea & snacks, dinner, and milk at night. Food prepared using 100% organic, aquaponically-grown vegetables. Additionally, weekly special Sunday treats are provided. The recreational activities include yoga & meditation sessions, gardening opportunities with a dedicated walking path, an AV room for movie screenings every fortnight, games room with board games and card tables, Library and daily newspapers, Musical, cultural, and festive programs organized regularly, Birthday and anniversary celebrations promoting social interaction and Community gathering spaces and a Zen-style garden with water features promotes social interaction between residents. A web station with broadband for live video interaction with family, free Wi-Fi across the facility and Intercoms in every room for uninterrupted connectivity with family and friends.

The premises is equipped with 24-hour security with CCTV surveillance, Emergency call bells in all bathrooms, Anti-skid Spanish floor tiles and Kohler bathroom fittings, full generator backup, two-way switches for easy mobility and elevator access to all floors. Daily room and bathroom cleaning, common areas cleaned twice daily, weekly linen change, laundry available and pest control conducted as needed these facilities ensures a hygienic living. Additionally, an In-house salon for grooming needs, on-call pharmacy for timely medicine delivery and a temple with a priest for spiritual beliefs is present within the campus.  

For More Details Please Visit- Rukmani Amar Angan, Diamond Harbour Rd, West Bengal

3. Jagriti Dham

Jagriti Dham is a Premium Senior Living Home located in Amtala, Kolkata. The retirement home was started in the year 2023 with an initiative to foster an age integrated, active aging community offering “Meaning, Care, Companionship, and Peace”. Jagriti Dham has comfortable accommodation options for the residents. The rooms are fully furnished with ac and are available in single and double occupancy options with monthly rentals starting at 45,000 and 50,000 respectively. Short term stay can range from 4,500-5,500 per night.

Amenities and Services: Jagriti Dham was started with an initiative of offering a safe, serene and cared atmosphere to the residents. They provide medical facilities that include 24×7 medical support with trained nurses and doctors on call, Regular health check-ups, Tie-ups with nearby hospitals and diagnostics, Emergency ambulance service and Specialized care for mobility issues and rehabilitation services.

The complex provides four nutritious vegetarian meals daily, prepared by professional chefs using fresh ingredients which are then served in a restaurant-style dining with indoor & outdoor air-conditioned seating. The recreational activities include yoga and meditations rooms, gymnasium and physiotherapy centre, spa and salon services, a library with tons of books and lastly an AV theatre. An In-house temple and meditation hall, Religious discourses and spiritual events focus on enhancing cultural beliefs.

The community organises workshops on music, painting, photography to promote a sense of belonging and seniors can pursue their hobbies as per their interests. Celebration of festivals and community events promote social interaction between the residents. Indoor games include billiards, snooker, table tennis, chess, Outdoor sports include football, cricket, badminton, volleyball, basketball. Additionally, a Swimming pool is provided. Daily housekeeping, maintenance, and laundry services by trained maintaince staff, Wi-Fi, intercom, CCTV surveillance, 24×7 attendants ensures that the residents are safe and sound. Landscaped gardens and walking tracks, Guest house, cafeteria, banquet/conference halls, Air-conditioned lounges and common areas, Wheelchair-accessible infrastructure makes the complex senior and family friendly.

For More Details Please Visit- Jagriti Dham, Kolkata West Bengal

4. Ananda Ashram

Ananda Ashram is a luxury assisted living home operated by the Navodaya Association for Promotion of Indian Heritage. Ananda Ashram provides a total of 12 residential rooms, 9 on the ground floor, 2 newly built twin-sharing rooms on the first floor, and 1 guest room for visiting relatives. Each room includes an attached bathroom, toilet, and private balcony.

Amenities and Senior: The Ashram offers a wide range of services that balance comfort, health, and engagement. Recreational activities include regular sessions of music, films, seminars, and guest interactions, as well as access to a library both within and outside the campus. Residents are encouraged to pursue hobbies like gardening, fishing, and creative arts, including writing, magazine publishing, and cultural performances. Free yoga classes are held twice a week to promote physical and mental well-being.

Safety is prioritized with CCTV surveillance, handrails throughout the premises, and emergency ambulance support available within minutes. Health services include 24×7 care by attendants, basic first aid, routine medication, monthly health check-ups, and free visits to local specialists. Rooms and common areas are equipped with intercom and telephone systems for emergency communication.

Additional daily services include bed-making, dusting, bathroom cleaning, laundry, hair grooming, and nail clipping to maintain hygiene. Staff also support medication monitoring, provide room service for meals during illness, and supply newspapers and magazines for leisure. Residents can use hired cars for city travel or medical visits. Meals are planned by a qualified dietician to cater to senior dietary needs. The kitchen uses organic vegetables grown in the Ashram garden and prepares meals with light vegetable oils for healthy cooking. Both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options are available, and personal preferences are considered in meal planning.

For More Details Please Visit- Ananda Ashram,  Rajpur Sonarpur, West Bengal

5. Snehodiya

Snehodiya is a purpose-built senior living complex developed by the West Bengal Housing Infrastructure Development Corporation (WBHIDCO) as a social commitment to offer independent yet assisted living for the elderly. The complex spans approximately 3.5 acres and has 147 residential units in total, including 90 single-bed and 57 double-bed units.

Amenities and Services: Residents benefit from regular doctor visits, an in-house physician and nurse, a 24×7 emergency medical department with a defibrillator, and ambulance on call. There is a physiotherapy room, daily visits by a therapist, and routine blood pathology tests every six months. A nutritionist plans a vegetarian menu, with eggs and Sunday treats available on request. Most produce is sourced from an on-campus  organic garden. The physiotherapy centre includes hydrotherapy, a yoga studio, and a pay-per-use gym. Meals include bed tea, breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, dinner, and warm milk at night. A central kitchen prepares meals, which are served in dining areas on each floor and in a large communal hall. Each unit has a dry pantry and an electric kettle. Rooms and bathrooms are cleaned daily; common areas are cleaned twice daily.

Linen is changed weekly, and pest control is done as needed. Laundry services are available at subsidised rates, although washing, drying, and ironing are not allowed in rooms. Security features include 24/7 guards, CCTV coverage, barbed wire fencing, fire-detection systems, public address systems, and emergency call bells in bathrooms. Full DG power backup is provided for all services except air conditioning and refrigerators. Residents enjoy access to sky gardens, walking paths, and membership to Senior’s Park. Each floor has lounges with TVs, reading areas, and games.

There’s a board games room, AV room for movie screenings, yoga and meditation sessions, celebrations for birthdays and festivals, and musical  and cultural events. Daily newspapers and current journals are provided. A broadband-enabled web station is available for video calls. Residents can also teach underprivileged children, work in the garden, or join social-purpose activities. Club amenities include a treadmill gym, carrom, chess, cards, and senior-friendly exercise equipment. The complex is equipped with 24-hour generator backup, Wi-Fi, intercom systems, nurse and attendant rooms on every floor, a utility and medicine shop, a tuck-shop, and visitor parking. A two-storey guest house accommodates family members. An on-site management team handles all maintenance and repair needs. Residents receive free routine checks, monthly visits by a geriatric physician, and 24/7 emergency ambulance service. Optional paid services are available through providers and include individual laundry, advanced physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, specialised care, and more.

For More Details Please Visit- Snehodiya, Kolkata, West Bengal

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