Foundation Activities

Healthy Living and Elderly Care Center Project:

Societies need to review their social policies to raise the quality of life of elderly and disabled individuals in need of care and to enable them to sustain their lives in a manner worthy of human dignity. A comprehensive and holistic infrastructure that meets the needs of these individuals is of great importance in terms of ensuring social justice and protecting human rights.

Firstly, the development of physical infrastructure is necessary. Roads, buildings, public transportation vehicles, and public spaces suitable for the disabled appear as elements that facilitate the daily lives of these individuals. Accessibility must be ensured not only in physical but also in digital environments; thus, disabled individuals' access to information and communication opportunities can be increased.

Health services are vital for elderly individuals and those in need of care. Health institutions must be of a quality to meet the special requirements of different disability groups. Innovative solutions such as home care services and mobile health services play a supportive role in terms of these individuals sustaining their independence and quality of life.

Education and employment opportunities are other important infrastructure elements that support the full participation of these persons in society. Employers can create an inclusive workforce and offer equal opportunities by adapting working environments for disabled individuals. Educational institutions, on the other hand, should enable disabled individuals to develop their talents by creating special education programs aimed at them.

Finally, social awareness-raising activities are important to ensure the social acceptance and support of these individuals. Media, non-governmental organizations, and public institutions must work jointly to inform all segments of society about the living conditions of the elderly, those in need of care, and disabled individuals.

In summary, sustaining the lives of elderly individuals, those in need of care, and disabled individuals in a manner worthy of human dignity requires a comprehensive infrastructure and a holistic approach. Improvements in physical, health, education, and employment areas and social awareness-raising activities play a critical role in achieving this goal.

The basic features that such infrastructures should possess can be listed as follows:

1. Accessibility: It is of critical importance that all services and venues are accessible for disabled and elderly individuals. Arrangements such as disability ramps, elevators, wide doors, non-slip floors, and guide paths for the visually impaired must be made.
2. Medical Services: Easy access to health services must be provided; regular health check-ups, emergency medical response opportunities, and specialist doctors for conditions requiring special treatment must be available. Additionally, facilities such as medication tracking systems and home health services should be offered.
3. Social Support: Areas offering social interaction opportunities should be designed; social events, workshops, and group therapies should be organized. This reduces the feeling of loneliness and encourages individuals' integration with society.
4. Physical Activity Opportunities: Facilities such as suitable gyms, walking tracks, and swimming pools must be provided to support physical health. Such facilities increase the quality of life of individuals.
5. Comfortable and Safe Residences: Individuals' living spaces must be suitable for their needs and offer a safe environment. Security measures such as alarm systems for emergencies and automatic lighting should be taken with technology-supported solutions.
6. Personal Care and Support Services: Personal care services must be offered for individuals who need support in daily activities such as bathing, dressing, or eating. These services must be organized in a way that protects their dignity and increases their independence.
7. Education and Information: It is important that individuals are informed about their rights, health information, and other services offered in society. Informative seminars and guidance services must be provided.
8. Suitability for Special Needs: Since every individual's needs may differ, it is important to offer personalized services. Plans customized according to the type of disability or health condition must be prepared.

These features are the most fundamental elements required to offer a peaceful, independent, and dignified life for individuals in need of care, the disabled, and the elderly. Societies need to offer sensitive and integrated solutions to increase the quality of life of these individuals.

Bornova Care Center, in addition to possessing an effective physical and technical infrastructure containing all features determined above regarding the care of elderly and disabled persons and a team experienced in geriatrics and disabled health, will always bear the responsibility of being planned, meticulous, fair, and compassionate as it is managed by the Hobyarlı Foundation, which was established to perform charity in 1740, by taking social, health, and education elements into its center.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Education Project:

In the next step, it is planned that a real estate property owned by the Foundation will serve as a new infrastructure mechanism for this Ecosystem for entrepreneurship and innovation events that stand out in the Education world.