Companionship Visits
Regular friendly visits filled with conversation, shared cups of tea and gentle company at home.
Learn more about Companionship Visits A community initiative for older adults
Connecting Seniors, Creating Meaningful Relationships
Senior Connect is a community initiative that helps older adults build meaningful social connections through companionship, engaging activities, practical support, and opportunities to stay active and connected. Our goal is to reduce loneliness, promote wellbeing, and strengthen local communities.
Trusted by local families, carers & community partners
Who We Are
A warm circle of friendship for every older adult.
Senior Connect is a community-led initiative on a mission to make later life richer, warmer and more connected. We support healthy ageing by bringing older adults together with companions, volunteers and neighbours who genuinely care.
Through gentle companionship, shared activities and thoughtful practical help, we reduce loneliness, nurture meaningful friendships and encourage everyday community participation, so every senior feels connected, valued and supported.
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Meaningful Connections
Companionship built on trust, patience and genuine care.
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Community Wellbeing
Supporting emotional, mental and physical health together.
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Active & Engaged Living
Encouraging activity, curiosity and joyful participation.
What We Offer
Thoughtful services that bring people together.
Everything we do is designed around real human connection. Gentle, patient and shaped by what older adults in our community actually enjoy.
Social Groups & Activities
Coffee mornings, craft circles, music afternoons and outings that spark laughter and friendships.
Learn more about Social Groups & ActivitiesGardening & Nature Walks
Time outdoors, tending flowers, strolling in local parks and enjoying the calming rhythm of nature.
Learn more about Gardening & Nature WalksReading & Story Sharing
Reading circles and story exchanges that celebrate memories, wisdom and the joy of great books.
Learn more about Reading & Story SharingPractical Everyday Support
A helping hand with errands, appointments and small tasks, always with a warm, familiar face.
Learn more about Practical Everyday SupportWellbeing Check-Ins
Regular calls and visits to make sure every senior feels safe, seen and gently looked after.
Learn more about Wellbeing Check-InsUpcoming Event
Upcoming Events
Our next gathering is being planned. More details will be shared soon, or get in touch to be the first to know.
Why Senior Connect
Why We Do What We Do
Loneliness quietly touches millions of older adults. It affects mood, memory, confidence and even physical health. We believe no one should grow older feeling unseen. Every neighbourhood can be a place of belonging.
1 in 3
older adults report feelings of loneliness
50%
higher wellbeing with regular social contact
2×
longer, healthier lives through community
Meaningful connection is a form of care.
Regular, warm interactions support emotional and mental health, ease anxiety and bring back the small joys of daily life: a shared laugh, a familiar face at the door, a walk in the park with a friend.
- Reduces feelings of isolation and low mood
- Supports independence and confidence at home
- Encourages gentle activity and healthy routines
Neighbourhoods thrive when everyone belongs.
When older adults are visible and included, communities grow kinder. Wisdom is shared across generations, streets feel safer, and everyone benefits from the quiet strength of belonging.
- Inclusive spaces where every generation is welcome
- Volunteers and families supported to give their best
- A network of care built on trust and familiarity
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about joining, events and getting involved with Senior Connect in Mumbai.
Senior Connect is a Mumbai-based community initiative that helps older adults build meaningful friendships through companionship, wellness activities, social gatherings and practical support. We bring seniors, families, carers and volunteers together in a warm, welcoming circle.
Our community is open to older adults across Mumbai, as well as family members, carers, volunteers and community organisations who want to support healthy ageing and reduce loneliness.
We run companionship visits, social groups, coffee mornings, craft circles, music afternoons, nature walks, reading circles and wellbeing check-ins. Each activity is designed to be gentle, inclusive and joyful.
Most of our gatherings are free to attend. When there is a cost, it is kept minimal and shared upfront. Our August 30th event is free, but registration is compulsory because seats are limited.
You can register through the event link on our website, call us on +91 8898787000, or email seniorconnect60@gmail.com. We will confirm your seat and share the venue details.
Yes. We welcome compassionate volunteers who can spend time with seniors, help at events or share a skill. Reach out through the contact form and we will guide you through the next steps.
Our events are held at accessible community venues across Mumbai. Our next gathering is at Gyan Vihar Library, C Wing, 3rd Floor, Prabodhankar Thackeray Auditorium Complex, Borivali West, Mumbai.
Contact Us
Let's Connect in Mumbai
Based in Mumbai, we're here for older adults, family members, carers, volunteers, and community organisations across the city. Reach out to learn more about Senior Connect or explore opportunities to get involved.
Our Team
Meet the Founders
The people behind Senior Connect, bringing warmth, care, and community to older adults in Mumbai.
Jigish Bhatt
Founder
“No one should grow older feeling unseen.”
- 32 years with LIC of India, retired in 2025 as Senior Business Associate to focus on community work.
- Lifelong traveler, reader and photographer who loves meeting people and learning new things.
Shahina Shaikh
Co-founder
“Learning never stops, at any age.”
- Learning & Development leader with a decade+ across BFSI and service sectors, building cultures and mentoring people.
- Designs programs for seniors that foster confidence, digital literacy and social connection.
Riddhi Doshi Patel
Co-founder
- Child Psychologist and mental health practitioner supporting Emotional Wellbeing across every stage of life.
- 3x TEDx speaker and author who brings conversations on mental health and connection to wider audiences.
Dr Mehernosh J Randeria
Co-founder
- NLP Master Trainer and ICF-certified coach guiding mindset, clarity and confidence for seniors.
- Brings his Wealth-Wisdom-Wellness approach to help older adults live fuller, more purposeful lives with Senior Connect.
Moments Together
Scenes from our last gathering
Warm smiles, new friendships and plenty of laughter. Here are a few moments from our recent Senior Connect meet-up in Borivali.
More photos from every gathering will be added here.