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‘Solutions to Sri Lanka’s growing aging population’
In the mid-1970s, Sri Lanka embarked on a large-scale family planning initiative aimed at reducing the average family size. Now, nearly five decades later, the consequences of this effort are beginning to surface, and they present a new set of challenges for the country. The reduction in family size has led to a shift in demographics, with the adult population growing while the overall population stagnates. On top of this, many youngsters are leaving the country now due to the current economic crisis. This has resulted in a situation where elderly parents are left behind, facing emotional and physical hardships.
For parents left, the difficulties are numerous. They often have no one to provide them with food, medicine, or essential care. Many who opted to move into apartment buildings face different set of issues as they may lose the sense of community and interaction. Even high-income families face the challenge of caring for their aging parents. As the number of elderly individuals in the country continues to rise, the need for dedicated retirement solutions has become paramount.
One commendable solution to this growing problem is “Emerita,” www.emerita.org an apartment complex designed specifically for retirement, that is in construction at Kelaniya.
Hemas Hospitals (Pvt) Ltd, as the comprehensive healthcare partner to Emerita, provides full-time nursing and medical care services, ensuring that residents have access to doctors, nurses, and caregivers around the clock. Abans Environmental Services (Pvt) Ltd maintains the apartments, offering hotel-grade room service, daily cleaning, and laundry services provided in partnership with Londromat (Pvt) Ltd.
Fab Foods (Private) Limited runs a 12-dish full day unlimited buffet for residents. Additionally, an à la carte menu is available in the FAB restaurant, with the flexibility to order any additional meals whenever they desire.
Emerita focus on fostering a sense of community among its residents. The complex carefully selects its residents, bringing together a likeminded group of 57 individuals who can socialize in the coffee shop, roof terrace party area, enjoy the mini cinema, play games in recreational area and utilize the hot and cold water therapy pool, sauna, steam room, therapy and saloon, and engage in activities such as jogging and exercising together.
Emerita presents a promising solution to the challenges posed by Sri Lanka’s changing demographics. As the families grapple with the complexities of providing care for their aging parents, Emerita stands as a testament to innovative approaches to elderly care and community building. It offers a vision of a future where seniors can lead fulfilling, secure, and engaging lives in their retirement years.
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
Business
Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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