World · Sri Lanka Bureau
HelpAge Sri Lanka, OrphanCare launch joint caregiver training initiative
Two leading welfare organisations have partnered to provide professional training for caregivers working with vulnerable populations across the island. The programme aims to enhance standards of care for elderly persons and orphaned children.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
HelpAge Sri Lanka and OrphanCare have announced a collaborative caregiver training programme designed to equip caregivers with essential skills and knowledge for their roles in the community.
The joint initiative represents a significant effort to professionalise the caregiving sector by establishing consistent training standards. The programme will cover areas including basic health care practices, emotional support, child welfare protocols, and elderly care management.
Both organisations have emphasised the importance of quality training in improving outcomes for vulnerable populations. HelpAge Sri Lanka, which focuses on elderly welfare, and OrphanCare, dedicated to supporting orphaned and abandoned children, have identified caregiver competency as crucial to their respective missions.
The training initiative is expected to benefit caregivers employed across residential facilities and community-based care settings. By combining expertise from both organisations, the programme seeks to create a comprehensive curriculum applicable to diverse caregiving environments across Sri Lanka.
The partnership reflects growing recognition within the welfare sector of the need for structured professional development to ensure vulnerable populations receive adequate support and protection.