Nagaland Parents’ Association for the Disabled (NAPAD) in commemoration of 10th anniversary, kick-started the observation of year long events by visiting the Old Age Home, Kohima on March 14.
A press release from coordinator-cum-legal advisor NAPAD Tongpang L. Jamir stated that, a programme was held where advisor NAPAD, Dr. Joyce Angami shared the word of God based on Luke 6:38. She exhorted the gathering about the importance of giving and that a person who gives will receive blessings in full measure. Dr. Tali Imsong, president, NAPAD in his speech acknowledged the benevolent service rendered by the director of the Old Age Home, Kohima to the society especially the old aged people. He also said that the old people who are in the home should not feel distressed and isolated, but feel more privileged and happy that they were in the Old Age Home with proper care.
He also extolled the director for her courage, dedication and care she has given to the elderly people. Acknowledging the visit of the NAPAD to the Old Age Home, director, Neithonuo Liegise expressed her gratitude and happiness on the significant visit. She stated that elderly people were also disabled and that the society needed to give special focus and care. She also expressed for more such collaborated programmes for the old aged people even in the near future. Sanen Amer, coordinator, NAPAD chaired the programme and Kapochu Naleo pronounced the benediction.