SUPPORT 350 OLD PEOPLE WITH DEMENTIA IN IMO STATE

This report provides an update on the progress of the Support 350 Old People with Dementia in Imo State project (ID: 54327). Our mission is to improve the quality of life of older adults living with dementia by providing nutrition support, community care, caregiver education, and promoting healthy ageing through sustainable interventions.

Despite limited resources, we remain committed to restoring dignity, improving wellbeing, and supporting vulnerable elderly people and their caregivers across Imo State.

2. . Appreciation to Our Donors and GlobalGiving

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to every donor who supported this project during this reporting period. Your generosity is helping us bring hope, compassion, and practical assistance to elderly people living with dementia.

We are equally grateful to GlobalGiving for providing a trusted platform that connects our mission with caring individuals and organizations around the world. Your partnership strengthens our commitment to serving some of the most vulnerable members of our communities.

3. . Financial Summary

During this reporting period, we gratefully received $36.00 USD through GlobalGiving.

Although the amount is modest compared to the growing needs, every contribution represents hope and encouragement. Combined with support from our social enterprise, these funds help us continue planning and implementing activities that improve the wellbeing of older adults living with dementia.

4.. Project ActivitiesNutrition Support for Older Adults

We continued promoting the development of nutrient-dense fortified foods and nutraceutical diet products designed to support healthy ageing and improve the nutritional wellbeing of older adults.

Dementia Awareness and Caregiver Education

We continued raising awareness about dementia, emphasizing early recognition, compassionate care, and the importance of family and community support for older adults living with cognitive decline.

Samony Food Innovation

Through Samony Food Innovation, we continued developing affordable, nutritious food products that can help improve the dietary quality and overall health of elderly people and other vulnerable groups.

Food Innovation & Training Hub (FIT-Hub)

Through our Food Innovation & Training Hub (FIT-Hub), we continued promoting nutrition education, healthy ageing, food safety, and caregiver knowledge to strengthen community capacity for supporting older adults.

5. . Social Enterprise & In-Kind Contributions

In addition to donor support, our social enterprise continued providing in-kind contributions to sustain this project.

For the past three years, we have consistently donated food during the pilot testing of newly developed nutraceutical diet products and nutrient-dense fortified foods. These donations have benefited vulnerable individuals, including older adults, while allowing us to improve the quality, safety, and nutritional value of our products.

This approach demonstrates our commitment to ensuring that innovation directly benefits the communities we serve.

6. . Estimated Impact

Despite limited financial resources, the project continued to make meaningful progress.

Community Reach

• Approximately 30–50 older adults, caregivers, and family members reached through dementia awareness and nutrition education.
• 10–15 vulnerable elderly persons benefited from nutrition-related support and community engagement.
• Increased awareness among caregivers about dementia management, healthy ageing, and nutritional care.

Nutrition and Innovation

• Continued development and refinement of nutrient-dense food products suitable for older adults.
• Distribution of food samples during pilot product testing through our social enterprise.

Capacity Building

• Caregivers and community members gained practical knowledge on dementia care, healthy nutrition, and improving the quality of life of older adults.

7. . Challenges

The growing number of elderly people requiring support continues to exceed available resources. Limited funding affects our ability to expand nutrition support, caregiver training, home-based care, and community outreach.

Greater financial support will enable us to reach more older adults living with dementia and provide more comprehensive care services.

8. . Prospects and Future Plans

In the coming months, we aim to:

• Expand nutrition support for older adults living with dementia.
• Increase caregiver education and community awareness programmes.
• Strengthen community-based dementia support networks.
• Develop additional nutraceutical and nutrient-dense food products tailored to the nutritional needs of older adults.
• Build partnerships with healthcare providers, community organizations, and donors to improve dementia care across Imo State.

We remain optimistic that continued donor support will enable us to reach more elderly people and significantly improve their quality of life.

9. . Conclusion

We sincerely thank every donor and GlobalGiving for supporting this important mission. Your contribution of $36.00, together with the continued commitment of our social enterprise, is helping us build a future where older adults living with dementia receive the care, nutrition, dignity, and compassion they deserve.

Together, we are improving lives, strengthening families, and creating more compassionate communities for older people in Imo State.

With sincere gratitude,

Rosita Agomuo 
Project Lead
SUPPORT 350 OLD PEOPLE WITH DEMENTIA IN IMO STATE (54327)