Shantidhama at Kanakapura road about 30 kms from city center is a unique old age home for senior citizens which offers peaceful atmosphere stay. Started more than 2 decades ago and managed by Jain trustees it has offered tranquil experience to many senior citizens in their second innings.
Situated at an ideal not too far from Bengaluru about 3 kms from Sri RaviShankar Art of Living , this old age home offers services for senior citizens stay for both short term and long term duration. Shanti in Kannada means Peace and Dhama means a place to stay. This spot lives to its name for those visiting to spend some peaceful time.
Sri. Srinath and Smt. Suguna the management team in charge at ShantiDhama spoke to thinkbangalore team about various services which are offered and their experiences with visitors at ShantiDhama.
- Minimum Eligibility for registration 60 years and above senior citizens
- Services for both male and female guests
- Guests must be able to manage their daily activities themselves
- Short term stay as low as minimum one day also starting at Rs. 600 per day inclusive of food , shelter and activities
- Package for short term stay at Rs.6500 monthly for advance booking.
- Package for long term stay senior citizens at Rs. 10,000 per month with a registration charges of Rs.5000 and refundable deposit of Rs.35,000
Currently Shantidhama has a capacity to host up-to 45 guests for stay . Stay options for single person , 2 person and 3 to 4 person per room available. Each non AC room has a attached restroom and bathroom , television and fans fitted. There is a small Jain temple inside where pooja is conducted every morning and evening. A big hall for gatherings and events , an outdoor stage for events , a separate common dining space and lush green space ideal for a stay. As of now a very basic medical care of Blood pressure check and Sugar levels check offered , in case of any emergencies relatives or guardians of guest to take care and arrange necessary. Breakfast , Lunch , dinner served at regular times at the dining space with light refreshments before noon and evening. Outside food is allowed being strictly vegetarian with even no garlic allowed. Lush green surrounding ideal for walking , connecting with new friends.
Why Shantidhama ? Visitors from various backgrounds and needs visit this spot for stay. In the current trend of nuclear families where a dependent parent may be alone if their children are traveling or not at home for some days , this may be a safer place for stay for senior parents and a change in atmosphere. For some visitors it may be few uneasy experiences at home due to arguments or clashes and temporarily they want to be isolated to find peace and return back refreshed. For some who have spent their first innings towards family , now voluntarily joining for spending their relaxed second innings and so on.
Donors who are willing to donate raw food supplies and donations in any form for development activities are welcome at Shantidhama. All money specific contributions are eligible for tax deductions.
Shanthidam office is open between 9 AM to 12 PM and between 3 PM to 5 PM everyday . Administration team may be reached on contacts +918050129995 , +918073533113 , +919845443286.
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