A community initiative for older adults

Connecting Seniors, Creating Meaningful Relationships

Senior Connect is a community initiative that helps older adults build meaningful social connections through companionship, engaging activities, practical support, and opportunities to stay active and connected. Our goal is to reduce loneliness, promote wellbeing, and strengthen local communities.

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Trusted by local families, carers & community partners
Older adults gathered together, chatting over tea and enjoying a book
A joyful group of older adults sharing conversation
Who We Are

A warm circle of friendship for every older adult.

Senior Connect is a community-led initiative on a mission to make later life richer, warmer and more connected. We support healthy ageing by bringing older adults together with companions, volunteers and neighbours who genuinely care.

Through gentle companionship, shared activities and thoughtful practical help, we reduce loneliness, nurture meaningful friendships and encourage everyday community participation, so every senior feels connected, valued and supported.

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Meaningful Connections

Companionship built on trust, patience and genuine care.

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Community Wellbeing

Supporting emotional, mental and physical health together.

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Active & Engaged Living

Encouraging activity, curiosity and joyful participation.

What We Offer

Thoughtful services that bring people together.

Everything we do is designed around real human connection. Gentle, patient and shaped by what older adults in our community actually enjoy.

Upcoming Event

Upcoming Events

Our next gathering is on 30th August. More details will be shared soon, or get in touch to be the first to know.

Why Senior Connect

Why We Do What We Do

Loneliness quietly touches millions of older adults. It affects mood, memory, confidence and even physical health. We believe no one should grow older feeling unseen. Every neighbourhood can be a place of belonging.

1 in 3
older adults report feelings of loneliness
50%
higher wellbeing with regular social contact
2×
longer, healthier lives through community
A carer and an older woman walking hand in hand

Meaningful connection is a form of care.

Regular, warm interactions support emotional and mental health, ease anxiety and bring back the small joys of daily life: a shared laugh, a familiar face at the door, a walk in the park with a friend.

  • Reduces feelings of isolation and low mood
  • Supports independence and confidence at home
  • Encourages gentle activity and healthy routines

Neighbourhoods thrive when everyone belongs.

When older adults are visible and included, communities grow kinder. Wisdom is shared across generations, streets feel safer, and everyone benefits from the quiet strength of belonging.

  • Inclusive spaces where every generation is welcome
  • Volunteers and families supported to give their best
  • A network of care built on trust and familiarity
Older adults sharing tea and laughter around a table
Contact Us

Let's Connect in Mumbai

Based in Mumbai, we're here for older adults, family members, carers, volunteers, and community organisations across the city. Reach out to learn more about Senior Connect or explore opportunities to get involved.

Email
seniorconnect60@gmail.com
Phone
+91 8898787000
Location
Mumbai
Our Team

Meet the Founders

The people behind Senior Connect, bringing warmth, care, and community to older adults in Mumbai.

Jigish Bhatt
Jigish Bhatt
Founder

“No one should grow older feeling unseen.”

  • 32 years with LIC of India, retired in 2025 as Senior Business Associate to focus on community work.
  • Lifelong traveler, reader and photographer who loves meeting people and learning new things.
Shahina Shaikh
Shahina Shaikh
Co-founder

“Learning never stops, at any age.”

  • Learning & Development leader with a decade+ across BFSI and service sectors, building cultures and mentoring people.
  • Designs programs for seniors that foster confidence, digital literacy and social connection.
Riddhi Doshi Patel
Riddhi Doshi Patel
Co-founder
  • Child Psychologist and mental health practitioner supporting Emotional Wellbeing across every stage of life.
  • 3x TEDx speaker and author who brings conversations on mental health and connection to wider audiences.
Dr Mehernosh J Randeria
Dr Mehernosh J Randeria
Co-founder
  • NLP Master Trainer and ICF-certified coach guiding mindset, clarity and confidence for seniors.
  • Brings his Wealth-Wisdom-Wellness approach to help older adults live fuller, more purposeful lives with Senior Connect.