A mobile application JEEVAN (Joint Elderly Empowerment and Virtual Assistance Network) has been launched today to strengthen support systems for senior citizens across the country. Union Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Dr Virendra Kumar launched this application in New Delhi.
The mobile application JEEVAN provides a range of features aimed at addressing the needs and concerns of senior citizens, including information on Government schemes and welfare programmes, emergency assistance and details of senior citizen homes. The platform has been designed with a user-friendly interface, simplified navigation and accessibility features, keeping in view the requirements of elderly users.
The Minister also launched Senior Holistic Care Assistance and Training for Your Utility (SHATAYU) Dashboard to support and strengthen caregiving services for senior citizens. The platform is designed to enhance the safety, welfare, healthcare access and social inclusion of senior citizens across the country. It provides features such as information on the availability of Geriatric Caregivers in a particular district and the State for the senior citizens.