Myths & Realities about Leprosy

Facts
Leprosy – a chronic disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae or Hansen’s bacillus and it mainly affects the skin and the nerves.

Symptoms

• Pale or red colored non-itching patches on the skin


• Enlargement of peripheral nerves


• Localized or generalized thickening or infiltration of skin with or without patches

Myths and Realities

About CASP

The Community Aided Sponsorship Program (CASP), started by Dr. Sharatchandra Gokhale in 1975 is a premier national organization committed to the development of the child, family and community. Both ILU and ILC are sister concerns of CASP.

CASP believes in networking, strengthening alliances and building partnerships with national and international organizations with mutually compatible objectives so as to accomplish its mission. It seeks to impart development opportunities to underprivileged children across India to enable them to take their rightful place in the world.

It is committed to the comprehensive development of children and has adopted a holistic, participatory approach towards childrens’ well-being. CASP believes that the child cannot develop in isolation. He needs an environment that enables and encourages his development. Thus, it has adopted the means of sponsorship to support children and guide their families and the community at large towards development, empowerment and self reliance.

CASP now reaches out to over 30,000 children whose families are victims of disease, crime or poverty.

About ILC

The International Longevity Centre (ILC) is a sister concern of the International Leprosy Union (ILU), and was set up on May 4th, 2003 with the following objectives:

• To work towards promoting better understanding of the issues and concerns of population ageing at all levels, including those identified by the UN, in collaboration with government, corporate sector, NGOS and civil society.
• To seek adequate reflection of this understanding in all development plans and programs of the government and in non-governmental interventions and community actions.
• To promote and support all activities to upgrade the quality of life of population ageing and ensure fulfillment of their human rights.
• To work towards healthy, productive and participative ageing.

For details, refer the ILC website: www.ilcindia.org

The "Athashri" Concept

The 'Athashri' foundation is the brainchild of Paranjape Schemes, a prominent builder in Pune in collaboration with the International Longevity Center.




Like all good ideas, the thought behind the Athashri project is profound,yet simple - senior citizens need independence, dignity, freedom and security to make a new beginning and lead a calm and peaceful life away from the hustle and bustle. The Athashri project aims at fulfilling these aspirations of senior citizens. Every single aspect of Athashri is conceived and designed keeping in mind their minutest requirements.


The main objective of Athashri is to create a stress-free world for the senior citizens by looking after their every single need . Whether it's a doctor on call or providing special diet food in the canteen or special shuttle bus service for visiting various destinations in the city or the special security system that provides 24 hour professional security; Athashri maintenance team & support services will run things with clockwork precision to create a stress and worry free environment for the residents.

A Holistic Approach: The fact is, 'Athashri' is not just another housing project. Senior Citizens need continuous care, attention and a host of special services to make their life comfortable. This is exactly where Paranjape Schemes, the pioneer in projects for Senior Citizens, has made a big difference - the company is involved in every aspect of maintaining the project and ensuring that a range of specially designed services are always available to the residents inlcuding:

• Canteen for hygienic and diet food
• Doctor on Call
• Ambulance and First Aid
• Maintenance services
• Swimming pool, Gym, Garden & Club House
• Library and cards room
• 24 hour Security Arrangements
• Community Hall
• Internet connectivity
• Shopping Glory : Paranjape scheme's superstore Shopping Glory, is just round the corner for daily necessities like vegetables, grocery, bread and things like that. It also houses a Medical Store.
• Shuttle bus service

For details refer: http://www.paranjapeschemes.com/athashri_h/athashri.html

About ILU

Sponsor a Child

Here's an opportunity to bring a smile on the faces of li'l children living under the shadow of Leprosy. For any additional information please contact Mrs Rashmi Shirhatti (Details mentioned in the poster) or

1. Rakesh Menon (rakeshvmenon@gmail.com, 9819150253)
2. Rohit Upadhyay (rohit.upadhyay1@gmail.com, 9322143864)
3. Pramod Kulal (pramod.kulal@gmail.com, 9960478611)

To sponsor a child, send across a mail stating your letter of interest and the DD/cheque/ online transaction details to ilupune@gmail.com and send across the payments to the address mentioned below in the poster.
Note: Click on the poster to enlarge it.

Welcome

Hello,

Welcome to the International Leprosy Union blog. This blog is made with the intention of making people aware about leprosy and related misbeliefs.


Lets come together and walk the last mile to eradicate leprosy and related misbeliefs

Regards

ILU Pune