Physical Health Uganda Project #50488

BUILDING HEALTHLY HABITS FOR LONGEVITY

by The Angel Projects of America

Project Report | Sep 22, 2026
Golden Living

By Susan Oertle | Co-Founder

Trying on New Dresses!

The seniors in The Angel Projects' Elderly Project are thriving in their golden years! After an intense health scare a couple of years ago, Yudes has recovered and is living her best life -- she is so happy when the staff members come to visit her, and she even dances in her front yard. It has been wonderful to watch her recuperate and enjoy life. She was very happy this summer when one of our U.S. founders arrived in Rubuguri with the gift of some new dresses. Yudes was so thankful and excited to try hers on!

This season has been a little more difficult for Nyirankoko, who was hospitalized in early August. She had been experiencing problems with her legs, eventually losing the ability to walk. The local doctors were doing what they could to help her, but unfortunately they don't have the equipment or diagnostic capabilities to determine what was actually causing the pain. They were treating her symptoms as best they could, but we decided to seek out some answers as to the root cause. Eventually, the team took Nyirankoko to a larger town with a better-equipped hospital and a specialist so that he could perform some tests and determine the best course of treatment. Because of our generous donors, Nyirankoko's transportation costs, hospital bills, food, and everything else she needed were all covered. We are so happy to report that Nyirankoko is now doing so much better. Her pain is improving, and all of her vitals looked good at her last checkup! She has also been attending physical therapy and has regained mobility.

We are so happy and thankful for the progress we've seen Nyirankoko making, and we truly appreciate our donors who continue to support her journey. Despite her struggles, the doctor was impressed with how good her blood pressure and other vitals looked, and we know that this is a result of the nutrition and care she receives through the Elderly Project. Our wonderful Ugandan staff members work day in and day out to ensure that Nyirankoko and the other elderly community members are living the fullest, healthiest lives possible. Their physical well-being is only one part of that; we also know it's important to bring them love, companionship, and encouragement, and we are so proud of our staff members who treat the members of the Elderly Project with dignity, respect, and love. They really are special people who make their community a better place!

Of course, the work done through the Elderly Project is very much a group effort. Every donation from our sponsors brings huge change, and we are so grateful for YOU! Thank you!

Beautiful Companionship

Loving on the Elderly

So Happy

Providing Loving Care

At the Hospital

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May 25, 2026
Thriving and Thankful

By Susan Oertle | Co-Founder

Before the Elderly Project began, many older community members in Rubuguri, Uganda, felt forgotten and hopeless. Their suffering went beyond their physical needs, which were not being met, and extended into the emotional realm: they had no dignity and were exceedingly lonely. After seeing this suffering, The Angel Projects knew we needed to step in, not only to enhance their quality of life but also to build relationships with them and to show them that they are loved and treasured.

The change has been astonishing! The Angel Projects provides the elderly with in-home care, bringing them nutritious food and household supplies. We also provide them with basic hygiene and healthcare as well as companionship and deep relational bonds. The members of the Elderly Project are now thriving both physically and emotionally; they feel seen, heard, valued, cared for, and loved. They are so thankful and happy; their broad smiles say it all! We feel so fortunate to bring these people dignity and hope in their final years, and as a staff we've benefitted so much from our relationships with them as well!

The Elderly Project is also about building bonds between generations and teaching the younger community members to remember and care for their elders. Our students get involved in the work done in our greenhouse, providing much needed vegetables for the elderly. Some of them have also learned first-aid and basic healthcare in order to evaluate the medical needs of the older members of the community. Our hope is that this type of training will have a lasting impact and that more care will be given to these "unseen" members of the community. We want to shine a light on them and help them to thrive!

Thank you so much to our donors who make our work with the Elderly Project possible. Your help goes beyond providing food, supplies, and healthcare -- you are helping people to live with dignity, independence, and hope.

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Jan 26, 2026
Continuing Care for Our Elderly

By Susan Oertle | Co-Founder

Gard and Yudes

Back in November, we received some devastating news from Uganda: Caroline, one of the first members of our Elderly Project, had passed away. Although we continue to mourn her loss, we are comforted by knowing that her final time on this earth was spent in dignity, supplied with everything she needed to live comfortably and surrounded by people who loved and cared for her. That is the main mission of the Elderly Project: to provide some of the most vulnerable members of society with the food and supplies they need and to let them know that they are loved and valued.

Since Caroline's passing, we have added a new member to the Elderly Project; Keredonia was born in 1943, and despite facing lifelong challenges with her eyesight, she was able to build a life for herself along with her late husband. However, after his passing, Keredonia was left all alone, as she and her husband had been unable to have children. As an 83-year-old widow, Keredonia was dealing with both physical and emotional challenges, and her needs were often going unmet. This is so often the case for the older members of Ugandan society. Fortunately, The Angel Projects was made aware of Keredonia's plight, and because of the generosity of our sponsors, we have been able to provide her with food, bedding, medicine, healthcare, and company! Keredonia's life has changed dramatically in the past couple of months, and we feel privileged to have played a part in her transformation.

The other member of our Elderly Project, Yudes, continues to battle health problems and was even hospitalized for a time back in December. Fortunately, she is now resting and recovering back at home, and she continues to benefit from the support of our staff members who visit her and help her with her cooking and cleaning. Yudes is always so joyful when the staff come to visit her, and she thrives on their relationships. She also greatly benefits from the nutritious food and medical care that are provided to her, thanks to our generous donors!

Finally, at Christmas time, The Angel Projects was able to provide chickens, spices, and other special items to additional elderly members of the community in order to make their holiday season a little more special. Their big smiles say it all! Thank you to everyone who continues to contribute to the Elderly Project--you are truly making a difference!

Introducing Keredonia

Transporting Yudes to the Clinic

Yudes at the Clinic

A Happy Christmas

Big Smiles at Christmas

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