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Our Story

Building India's dignity-first active ageing movement.

Ananda Living Foundation was established as a Section 8 social impact organization to reimagine how older adults live in India — with independence, belonging, purpose, and community at the centre.

Why we began

Families across India are searching for alternatives that honour autonomy and belonging. Ananda Living exists to build institutional models that meet this moment with dignity — not dependency.

  • Growing senior population and rising demand

  • Need for environments that honour autonomy

  • Institutional trust as the foundation of lasting impact

How we work

We combine governance, campus design, and institutional partnerships to create sustainable Active Ageing Communities — rooted in active ageing, wellness, and lifelong belonging.

  • Section 8 not-for-profit stewardship

  • Transparent governance and accountability

  • Land, CSR, and strategic collaboration

Meet the founder journey

Read the founder story and explore Trust & Governance.