Friends of Vellore UK has published their spring newsletter
Friends of Vellore UK has published their spring newsletter. This issue features the work of CMC’s Palliative Care Department, several personal stories demonstrating the difference your donations are making, an Easter reflection, and more.
Embrace Equity
Today we take a moment to remember the many women who have made CMC Vellore a special and unique College and Hospital. From pioneering leaders like Ida Scudder, to the many unseen hands that work quietly in the background. Village health workers, housekeeping staff, technical and office staff, many nurses and doctors whose dedication and […]
Rehab Mela 2023
Every year, former patients of CMC’s Rehabilitation Institute meet in Vellore for the 3-day ‘Rehab Mela’. People with different levels of ability get together for sports, games, cultural activities and free health checkups. Life-long friendships are forged and the Rehab Mela is wonderful example of CMC’s compassionate and inclusive care. You are an integral a […]
PTP – You Bridge the Gap
Jayashri* is a young mother living in Tiruvanamalai district, neighbouring Vellore. In her 24 years, this courageous girl has faced immense challenges. Her mother-in-law was born with a hearing and speech impairment. Her father-in-law is mentally challenged and cannot work. Her husband works in a saree zari-making factory for a minimum wage. Jayashri is a […]
ASHA Grants – A Catalyst for Change
It is a privilege to announce the Dedication programme for ASHA-USAID grants to CMC Vellore. Since 1982, CMC Vellore has been partnering with USAID under its American Schools and Hospitals Abroad (ASHA). Nearly 30 ASHA grants to CMC have supported the setting up of advanced diagnostics, simulation labs, integrated support systems, buildings and more. Our […]
Stepping into a New Year
We are delighted to announce that 186 friends contributed to making our Christmas Giving Campaign a great success. The new year 2023 began with generous contributions of ₹16 lakhs for the Emergency Fund. This was 7% higher than our target for the campaign! Over 30 patients, and their families, will be impacted by this kindness. […]
Christmas Giving Campaign
It’s not how much we give, but how much love we put into giving – St. Theresa In this festive season, we invite you to join our Christmas Giving Campaign. You can impact the lives of families seeking compassionate care at CMC Vellore. Many of our patients come from disadvantaged and marginalized backgrounds. Anitha & […]
Ida’s Vision
You may know that CMC Vellore Ranipet campus was inaugurated in June this year. What you may not know is that on 9th December 1870, John and Sophia Scudder were delighted to welcome a baby girl into their lives after being blessed with five sons. They named her Ida Sophia Scudder and the place of […]
An Ambassador for sight
There is no better way to thank God for your sight than by giving a helping hand to someone in the dark – Helen Keller Rani* lives in Jawadhi Hills, a two-hour drive from Vellore. She was diagnosed with diabetes which was left untreated due to poor access, lack of awareness and fear of treatment. […]
Ranipet Campus CMC Vellore
Ranipet Hospital opened for patient care in June 2022. Many departments have moved to the new hospital. Some departments will see patients in both Vellore town and the new Ranipet Campus