Research References
Cultural Studies
The Meaning of "Umeed" in Urdu
https://www.quora.com/What-does-the-Urdu-word-umeed-meanAn exploration of the Urdu word "Umeed," which means hope, expectation, or aspiration. This source provides cultural context for our project's name and mission.
A Beacon of Hope
https://faithgateway.com/blogs/christian-books/a-beacon-of-hopeThis article explores the concept of hope as a guiding light in difficult times, which aligns with our project's mission to bring hope to the elderly.
Differences Between Indian Culture and Western Culture
https://avanigo.com/difference-between-indian-culture-and-western-culture/A comparative analysis of Indian and Western cultural values, particularly regarding family structures and elder care, which informed our understanding of cultural contexts.
Culture of India
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_of_IndiaA comprehensive overview of Indian culture, traditions, and values that provided background knowledge for our project's cultural context.
Mythological & Historical References
Shravana Kumara
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shravana_KumaraInformation about Shravana Kumara, a figure from Hindu mythology known for his devotion to his elderly parents, which serves as an inspiration for our project.
The Story of Shravan Kumar
https://www.chivukulas.com/2019/03/the-story-of-shravan-kumar.htmlA detailed narrative of Shravan Kumar's story, highlighting the cultural importance of elder care in Indian tradition.
Valmiki Ramayana - Ayodhya Kanda
https://www.valmikiramayan.net/utf8/ayodhya/sarga63/ayodhya_63_frame.htmOriginal text from the Ramayana that references the story of Shravan Kumar, providing historical context for our project's values.
Elder Care Resources
Old Age Homes in Haryana
https://socialjusticehry.gov.in/old-age-homes/Official information about old age homes in Haryana, which helped us identify facilities for our outreach program.
Old Age Homes in Faridabad
https://care24.co.in/old-age-home/faridabad/A directory of old age homes in Faridabad, which we used to locate and connect with local facilities for our project.
Culinary Resources
Potato Pancakes Recipe
https://lilluna.com/potato-pancakes/Recipe for potato pancakes featured in our Palate Panache section, selected for its soft texture and nutritional value for elderly individuals.
Soft Food Recipes for the Elderly
https://www.seniorly.com/resource-center/health-and-lifestyle/40-delicious-soft-food-recipes-for-the-elderlyA collection of soft food recipes specifically designed for elderly individuals, which informed our recipe selections.
Tropical Summer Party Fruit Salad
https://gardeninthekitchen.com/tropical-summer-party-fruit-salad/Recipe for a nutritious and easy-to-eat fruit salad that we included in our culinary resources for elderly care.
Baked Peaches Recipe
https://www.wellplated.com/baked-peaches/Recipe for baked peaches, a soft and nutritious dessert option that we featured in our food recommendations.
Recipes for Elderly Parents
https://freedomcare.com/recipes-for-elderly-parents/A resource guide for preparing appropriate meals for elderly individuals, which informed our culinary recommendations.
Activity Resources
Word Search Puzzles for Seniors
https://www.surewise.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Surewise-wordsearch-2023-5-4.pdfWord search puzzles designed for seniors, which we included in our activity resources to promote cognitive engagement.