Health · Education · Skilling
Geriatric Care: Training India's Caregiving Workforce
Pratyusha Foundation's geriatric care initiative reflects a deep commitment to youth empowerment through skills training in one of India's fastest-growing social sectors. Aligned with national goals under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, the programme actively strengthens India's professional caregiving workforce.
Think Tank & Advisory Role for NISD & NIOS
The National Institute of Social Defence (NISD), under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, plays a lead role in designing and delivering geriatric care and caregiver training — including certificate and diploma courses covering skill development, counselling, dementia care, and elderly management.
Pratyusha Foundation has provided practitioner-driven insights for modules on community engagement, hands-on care protocols, and youth employability strategies — directly shaping curricula used in training programmes nationwide.
2024-25 Initiative
International Conference on Elderly Empowerment & Graceful Ageing
Pratyusha Foundation co-organised a landmark three-day international conference at the National Institute of Health & Family Welfare (NIHFW), New Delhi — bringing together experts, policymakers, and community leaders to chart pathways for dignified ageing in India.
Dates: December 13–15, 2024 Venue: NIHFW, Munirka, New Delhi
Set against the backdrop of significant demographic shifts — India's elderly population is projected to reach 12.5% by 2026 and nearly 20% by 2050 — the conference addressed the urgent need to reevaluate policies, societal attitudes, and support systems for older adults. It provided a platform for discussion on ageism, integrated care models, age-friendly environments, and the role of research and innovation in creating sustainable elderly care solutions. Link to the conference website: https://ageing-conference-2024.pratyusha.co.in/
Funded by the National Institute of Social Defence (NISD), Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India, the conference had five Focus Areas:
Collaborating Organizations:
2024-25
Caregiver Training & Placement Programme
Pratyusha Foundation provides three-month caregiver training with placement support across multiple geographies — connecting trained caregivers with employers in the growing elderly care ecosystem.
The programme is expanding to serve communities across four states, equipping youth with practical caregiving skills and supporting their transition into meaningful employment in the elderly care sector.
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By blending skills development with job readiness and placement support, the programme strengthens both individual livelihoods and the capacity of India's caregiving workforce — building pathways to meaningful work and improving care for older adults across the country.
Skilling & Livelihoods
Solar Skilling & Placement Initiative
India's solar energy sector is expanding rapidly, creating significant employment opportunities across installation, operations, maintenance, and manufacturing. Pratyusha Foundation's employment-linked Solar Skilling & Placement Initiative equips youth with industry-relevant technical skills to capitalise on this growth.
The programme combines classroom learning with practical field exposure to ensure trainees are fully job-ready. Placement is facilitated through partnerships with solar companies, EPC contractors, and service providers.
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Fundamentals of Solar PV systems
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Installation and safety practices
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Operations & maintenance
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Basic troubleshooting and field readiness
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Employability and professional skills
By blending skills development with job readiness and placement support, the programme strengthens both individual livelihoods and the capacity of India's caregiving workforce — building pathways to meaningful work and improving care for older adults across the country.
Financial Inclusion
Building Financial Awareness
at the Grassroots
Financial literacy and access to formal banking services are essential for inclusive growth. Pratyusha Foundation strengthens financial awareness at the community level — empowering families to make informed decisions, access government benefits, and build long-term economic resilience.
In Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, the Foundation trained 400 ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) workers on key aspects of financial inclusion, leveraging their trusted community presence to extend financial awareness to households at scale.
Financial Inclusion · 2023–24
Financial Inclusion Training for SHGs in Saharanpur, UP
Pratyusha Foundation organised five dedicated financial training sessions in Saharanpur to empower women from Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and surrounding communities, equipping them with practical knowledge for greater financial independence.
Sessions covered financial inclusion, banking services, government welfare schemes, practical money management, digital literacy, and SHG operations — ensuring participants left with both knowledge and the confidence to apply it.
The program engaged women from diverse backgrounds.
SHG Members
Women already in savings groups seeking deeper knowledge of loan management, group investments, and community finance.
Homemakers
Women looking to improve household financial well-being through better budgeting, savings, and credit management.
Students & Graduates
Young women eager to learn about banking, investing, and financial planning early in their careers.
Agricultural Workers
Women facing seasonal income challenges, seeking tools to manage irregular income and invest for stability.
Latest Updates
2025-26 Activities
Pratyusha Foundation's most recent activities and engagements.
Caregiver Training & Placement
Ongoing training and placement of caregivers across multiple states, connecting trained youth with roles in the elderly care sector.
Resource Participation — IIT Delhi Health Co-Design Workshop
Pratyusha Foundation was invited as a resource at the "Health Co-Design Workshop" initiated by IIT Delhi, held October 14–17, 2025 — contributing field expertise to the national dialogue on health system design.
Music Therapy Event for the Elderly — Mayur Vihar, New Delhi
Pratyusha Foundation supported a Carnatic classical music concert for elderly attendees at Subha Siddhi Vinayaka Mandir, Mayur Vihar — part of an ongoing music therapy programme promoting mental wellness and cultural engagement for the ageing population.
Building Pathways to Meaningful Work & Stronger Communities
Across all its programmes — from geriatric care training and financial inclusion to solar skilling and national curriculum advisory — Pratyusha Foundation is committed to creating real, lasting impact at the grassroots.
By combining skills development with employment outcomes, policy engagement, and community partnerships, the Foundation works toward an India where every individual has the knowledge, capability, and opportunity to thrive.