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08/04/2026

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# ROYAL SOCIETY FOR SENIOR CITIZENS (RSSC)

ANNOUNCEMENT

05/04/2026

On 3rd April, the Royal Society for Senior Citizens successfully conducted a meeting with relevant stakeholders to develop a coordination and collaboration framework for the project titled “Home/Community-Based Long-Term Care: Care and Support for Older Persons,” ( A Pilot Project in Thimphu) funded by the Government of India through Project Tied Assistance (PTA).

RSSC would like to sincerely thank all our valued stakeholders for their continued support and commitment to this initiative.We look forward to working together with the same dedication and collaboration until the successful completion of the project.

India in Bhutan (Embassy of India, Thimphu)
Prime Minister's Office - PMO, Bhutan
Ministry of Health, Royal Government of Bhutan
Civil Society Organizations Authority

17/03/2026

Royal Society for Senior Citizens warmly welcomes the project team on board for the noble initiative, “Home/Community-Based Long-Term Care: Care and Support for Older Persons (A Pilot Project in Thimphu),” generously supported by the Government of India through Project Tied Assistance.
May this meaningful journey bring comfort, dignity, and compassionate care to our cherished senior citizens.

Tashi Delek to all, and heartfelt best wishes for the successful implementation of this important project.

India in Bhutan (Embassy of India, Thimphu)
Prime Minister's Office - PMO, Bhutan
Civil Society Organizations Authority

09/03/2026

Congratulations

India in Bhutan (Embassy of India, Thimphu)

20/02/2026

On the joyous occasion of the 46th Birth Anniversary of His Majesty the King, Royal Society for Senior Citizens and the Board of Trustees offer our heartfelt prayers for His Majesty’s good health, everlasting peace, and the fulfillment of His Majesty the King’s noble vision for the Tsa-Wa-Sum. On this special day, we reaffirm our dedication to serving the nation with unwavering commitment and sincerity.

03/02/2026

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# ROYAL SOCIETY FOR SENIOR CITIZENS

ANNOUNCEMENT

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21/01/2026

Royal Society for Senior Citizens felt truly honored to participate in the 4th GMC Volunteer Program.
It was a proud and meaningful opportunity for our elders to contribute to this important national initiative.

We are deeply grateful to His Majesty The King for His noble vision for GMC and for providing golden opportunity to be part of its development.

Gelephu Mindfulness City

13/01/2026

RSSC would like to sincerely thank to our donor Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz and Bhutan Red Cross Society our implementating partner for Healthy Ageing Project. It was a very meaningful and impactful Project. RSSC hopes that we will get same support and cooperation from both the agencies in future to work with you all.

08/01/2026

Royal Society for Senior Citizens, in collaboration with the Bhutan Red Cross Society, conducted an advocacy program on the National Policy for Senior Citizens on 29th December 2025 in Sarpang Dzongkhag. The program was attended by senior citizens and members of Gaysho Lhayul Drangsong Tshogpa (GLDT), the local chapter of RSSC in Gelephu.

This program was conducted as part of the ongoing Healthy Ageing Project funded by the Swiss Red Cross and implemented by RSSC in partnership with the Bhutan Red Cross Society.

RSSC sincerely expresses its gratitude to the Swiss Red Cross for the generous funding and to the Bhutan Red Cross Society for their continued support.
Bhutan Red Cross Society
Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz

29/11/2025

A day-long program on “Sensitization on Geriatric Care & Services for Caregivers” was held on 26th November in Phuentsholing. Caregivers, Red Cross Youth volunteers, and senior citizens kindly took part in the session.

The program was graciously facilitated by Dr. Sonam Choki, Geriatric Physician from JDWNRH, as part of the ongoing Healthy Aging Project, a collaborative initiative of the Bhutan Red Cross Society and the Royal Society for Senior Citizens, supported by the Swiss Red Cross.

The session covered the following key areas:
• Understanding age-related physical, psychological, and social changes
• Common geriatric concerns such as dementia, depression, delirium, falls, malnutrition, polypharmacy, and frailty
• Practical caregiver interventions for major body systems
• Promoting dignity, respect, and compassion in caregiving
• Strengthening communication and decision-making support for older adults
• Caregiver self-care and recognizing early signs of burnout

RSSC would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Bhutan Red Cross Society for the continued partnership, and especially to the Swiss Red Cross for funding the Heatly Aging project.

RSSC also offer our sincere thanks to JDWNRH and Phuentsholing Hospital for their kind cooperation, and to Arura Academy of Health Science Medical Institute for assisting in mobilizing the Bhutan Red Cross Youth volunteers
Bhutan Red Cross Society
Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz
Arura Academy of Health Sciences
JDWNRH Thimphu
Phuentsholing Hospital

12/11/2025

In commemoration of the 70th Birth Anniversary of His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, the Royal Society for Senior Citizens is honored to present a coffee table book titled “Seventy Years of Reverence: A Tribute to a Beloved Monarch.”

The book features heartfelt reflections and tributes from former Lyonpos, Dashos, and senior officials who had the privilege of serving during the reign of His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo.

The Royal Society for Senior Citizens humbly joins the nation in offering our deepest respect and warmest wishes for His Majesty’s long life and happiness.