Chemi Lhamo is sponsored!
Chemi has always been single and has no known living relatives. She is a friendly, talkative woman who has many friends. A tidy person, she takes great pride in keeping her surroundings clean.
Read MoreMariyakutty Medackal is sponsored!
Mariyakutty is a 77 year old woman who grew up in the Franciscan Convent and then served there for forty years. Mariyakutty’s faith continues to be an importantpart of her life. Every morning she attends holy Mass in the chapel near her room, and she fills much of the rest of her day in prayer.
Read MoreAley Vadakkel is sponsored!
Aley is a 72 year-old woman who never married and has no children. She is a pleasant, friendly woman, who enjoys the company of the other Grans and cheers them with her jovial mood.
Read MoreGeorgiana Augustus is sponsored!
A native to Dominica, Georgiana is a single woman who is about 66 years old. Although she has one daughter, she is poor herself and unable to support her mother. Georgiana speaks and writes English.
Read MoreVirginia Charles is sponsored!
Virginia is 75 years old and has been a widow for several years. She is a charming woman who laughs easily and finds happiness all around her despite her humble circumstances. In fact, her laughter is described as contagious.
Read MoreMagdaline Laville is sponsored!
Although Grannie Magdaline is only 56 years old, her health is poor beyond her years. Despite her humble circumstances, she is a remarkably hardworking and cheerful woman. She inspires many and is a friend to everyone in her community.
Read MoreSavoir Alteus is sponsored
Savoir is a 63 year old man who is married and has three daughters and one son. He is Protestant, speaks Creole, and is illiterate.
Read MoreFrancois Jeudi is sponsored!
Francois is approximately 55 years old. He is married with three daughters and four sons. He is Protestant, speaks Créole, and is illiterate.
Read MoreCelina Jean is sponsored!
Although Celina does not know her date of birth, she believes that she is about 81 years old. Married at one time, with one daughter and one son, she has been separated for many years. She is Catholic, speaks Creole, and is illiterate.
Read MoreFortina Colas is sponsored!
Fortina is a pleasant woman who, despite being blind, remains in good spirits and appreciates whatever kindness is shown to her. Fortina and her common law husband had two children, one of whom is still living. For many years Fortina was a devoted homemaker who enjoyed caring for her family. She also contributed to the family income by working as a gardener. As she aged and her vision deteriorated, she was no longer able to work.
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