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Adopt-A-Gran: Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is a small island off the southern coast of India, just north of the equator.

Its land area is 65,610 sq. km. The geographic features of the island consist of a mountainous mass surrounded by broad plains. The island, though small, is irrigated by 16 rivers. There are also many small waterfalls, which are very picturesque.

In the lowlands, the climate is typically tropical with an average temperature of 27 C. In the higher elevations it is cool, with temperatures going down to 16 C. Here the poor are very badly off as they need warm clothing and shelter.

Agriculture is the main occupation of the people, and rice is the main food crop. Tea, rubber and coconut are grown extensively, and these are exported. Cocoa and spices are also important crops. Sri Lanka has been famous for its precious stones since the days of King Solomon.

For further information please contact Brenda Packer – Adopt-A-Gran coordinator at: adoptagran@helptheaged.ca

Images of Sri Lanka

						Women's dorm
Preparing a meal				Playing in a band		Exercise program

 

Our Partners in Sri Lanka:

Little Sisters of the Poor Home is located in an isolated area on the east coast of Batticaloa. The Sisters who operate the home are dedicated especially to the care of the aged. Their headquaters is in France. They serve all elderly in need regardless of religious affiliation.

Wimala Home for Elders is located in Mahagammedda, Payagala, 50 kms south of Colombo. A rural area home for the aged with 56 residents.

Help the Aged Supports a new Home in Sri Lanka

By Laura Evans, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Bright and early Monday morning I drove to Payagala to with my Sri Lankan friend, Venetia Gamage, one of the most active seniors around... read more