Community Services for Older People by Ngoerah Hospital and Sahaja Bali Foundation
Jembrana, May 24, 2025 – In commemoration of the 2025 National Older Persons Day (Hari Lanjut Usia Nasional/HLUN), Sahaja Bali Foundation in collaboration with Ngoerah Hospital held a community health services event for older people in Mendoyo Dauh Tukad Village, Mendoyo Subdistrict, Jembrana Regency.
As a foundation committed to improving the well-being and quality of life of older people, Sahaja Bali Foundation welcomed this collaboration as a tangible form of synergy between the medical service sector and the community. This activity serves as a gesture of care for the health of older individuals, especially those living in rural areas with limited access to healthcare services.
The event began with an opening and welcoming remarks from various parties. In his speech, Dr. I Gusti Ngurah Ketut Sukadarma, S.Kp., M.Kes., Director of Operational Services at Ngoerah Hospital, emphasized the hospital’s commitment to bringing healthcare services closer to older people, including those in remote areas.
Remarks were also delivered by Dr. dr. I Gusti Putu Suka Aryana, SpPD-KGer, FINASIM, who attended as both the Event Chairperson and Chair of Sahaja Bali Foundation. In his speech, he conveyed that this activity reflects the spirit of mutual cooperation in upholding the dignity and health of older individuals.
Following the opening session, older participants took part in group exercise to start the day with movement and cheerfulness. The event continued with a series of health checkups, including blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol, eye exams, ENT (ear, nose, and throat) checkups, and consultations with a geriatric specialist.
As a further act of care, a joint team from Ngoerah Hospital and Sahaja Bali Foundation also conducted home visits to older individuals with limited mobility. During these visits, they not only conducted health assessments but also distributed basic food packages to the seniors visited.
The presence of the medical team and volunteers was warmly welcomed by local residents and village leaders, including the Village Head of Mendoyo Dauh Tukad, Gusti Putu Ediana, who expressed high appreciation for the event. He expressed hope that similar activities would continue to be held to provide real attention and care to older people in the village.
Sahaja Bali Foundation sees this activity as a form of community-based healthcare approach. Through such collaborations, it is hoped that more older individuals can directly benefit from ongoing promotive and preventive efforts.
Sahaja Bali Foundation remains committed to expanding the reach of such initiatives and strengthening cross-sector partnerships in building an age-friendly environment.
“We believe that every older person deserves to be healthy, respected, and cared for. Through this activity, we aim to show that collaboration and compassion can reach those who need it most,” concluded Dr. Suka Aryana.
