Supporting theVulnerable Elderly

Reaching out to nomadic pastoralist elders in Samburu County with food, healthcare, and dignity — because every elder deserves comfort, safety, and independence.

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5+Communities Served
20+Elders Supported
5+Open Forums Held
6Water Boosters Provided
Elderly woman in Samburu community
Community volunteers serving elders
2023Est. Maralal

A Refuge of Hope for
Samburu's Elderly

Our Mission
To assist the vulnerable elderly live comfortably, safely and independently.
Our Vision
Reach out to the elderly in an all-inclusive manner across Samburu County.

Samburu Elderly Support Initiative is a need-oriented, registered community-based organization dedicated to addressing the social, economic, spiritual, and individual needs of vulnerable nomadic pastoralist elderly persons in Samburu County.

LocationMaralal Municipality, Kirisia Division, Samburu Central Sub County
RegistrationCBO Certificate No. SBU/C/CBO/00953/2023 — Ministry of Culture, Gender & Sports
Core ValueWorking in partnership to build trust through responsive actions and honest relationships
ApproachCommunity Based Rehabilitation (CBR) addressing needs at individual, household & community levels

Our Programs & Activities

Comprehensive, community-centered programs designed to address every dimension of an elderly person's wellbeing — from nutrition to spirituality.

Medical & Psychosocial Support
Healthcare

Medical & Psychosocial Support

Ensuring medication adherence, affordability, and access for elderly. Providing psychosocial health support and mental wellbeing interventions.

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Food & Nutrition Programs
Food Security

Food & Nutrition Programs

Regular distribution of foodstuffs and relief food to three target communities in partnership with DCC office and county government.

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Water Access & WASH
Water & Sanitation

Water Access & WASH

Distributing water boosters and working with Samburu County Government to ensure safe water availability for the elderly in all target areas.

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Community & Social Inclusion
Social Care

Community & Social Inclusion

Involving elderly in cultural festivals, birthday celebrations, and community activities to fight isolation and promote dignity.

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Income Generating Activities
Livelihoods

Income Generating Activities

Initiating sustainable IGA projects for elderly persons and their families to ensure long-term economic resilience and independence.

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Spiritual & Faith Support
Spiritual Care

Spiritual & Faith Support

Addressing spiritual poverty through ordained pastors and laypeople providing comfort, evangelization, and faith-based counselling.

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Our Specific Objectives

Every goal we set is measured by the dignity and comfort of the elders we serve

Medication Access & Adherence

Psychosocial Wellbeing

Basic Needs Provision

Water & Sanitation

Capacity Building

Social Care

Food Security

Institutional Strengthening

Our Achievements

Since our founding in 2023, we have made meaningful strides in improving the lives of vulnerable elders across Samburu County.

5+ Open ForumsCommunity awareness campaigns reaching hundreds of families in Samburu County.
Food DistributionRegular foodstuff deliveries to all three target communities across Samburu.
Birthday CelebrationsOrganized special birthday events for elderly persons, restoring joy and dignity.
20 Blankets DistributedProvided warm blankets to 20 vulnerable elderly members during cold seasons.
World Elder Abuse DayCelebrated World Elder Abuse Awareness Day with the elderly community.
6 Water BoostersDelivered water to all three target areas using water booster distributions.
Weekly MonitoringConsistent weekly monitoring and follow-up of elderly persons in the program.

Our Partners

Samburu County GovernmentDCC OfficeCounty Special Programme OfficeCommunity CoordinatorsFaith Communities

Board of Management

A strong, committed, and dedicated board guiding our mission to serve Samburu's most vulnerable elders.

NamePosition
Virginia WanjohiChairperson
Alice LotabonySecretary
Overseer Daniel LelesitTreasurer
Agnes KaranjaPWD representative
James LesuruapusMember
Rev Steve LekoitenMember
Francis LenyakopiroVice Chairperson
Jama LetipoMember
Mohammed MusaMember
Richard NgasikeDeveloper/Technologist
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Help Us Reach More
Vulnerable Elders

Every shilling you donate brings comfort, dignity, and hope to an elderly person in Samburu County who needs it most. Your generosity changes lives.

3+Communities
20+Elders Helped
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2023Established