St. Joseph's Province, Missionaries of Compassion
The Ministry of Care for the Elderly is a precious expression of the mission of the Missionaries of Compassion. Inspired by the compassionate love of Jesus, this ministry is dedicated to honoring, serving, and accompanying elderly persons who are often forgotten, neglected, or left to face their later years alone.
Every elderly person carries a lifetime of experiences, sacrifices, and wisdom. The Missionaries of Compassion believe that old age is not a burden, but a sacred stage of life deserving of deep respect and love. Through this ministry, the elderly are welcomed as valued members of the human family and treated with dignity, patience, and tenderness.
Many elderly people suffer from loneliness, abandonment, or insecurity. The Ministry of Care for the Elderly seeks to create an environment that feels like home—a place of safety, warmth, and belonging. Whether in residential homes, community centers, or through outreach visits, the sisters provide companionship, daily care, and emotional support, ensuring that no one feels forgotten or unwanted.
Care for the elderly extends beyond meeting physical needs such as food, hygiene, medical attention, and rest. Equal emphasis is placed on emotional and spiritual well-being. Through attentive listening, shared moments, prayer, and gentle encouragement, the elderly are supported in finding peace, meaning, and joy in each day.
The Missionaries of Compassion walk closely with the elderly during times of frailty, illness, and the final stages of life, offering comfort and reassurance, and helping them experience God’s loving presence.
This ministry serves elderly persons regardless of religion, social status, or background. Special concern is shown for those who are poor, homeless, disabled, or without family support. In every interaction, the Missionaries of Compassion strive to reflect Christ’s tenderness, seeing Him in the face of each elderly person they serve.
The Ministry of Care for the Elderly is a powerful witness to a culture of compassion in a world that often overlooks the aged. By valuing the elderly and walking with them in love, the Missionaries of Compassion affirm that every stage of life is meaningful and worthy of care.
The Missionaries of Compassion warmly invite volunteers, caregivers, benefactors, and well-wishers to take part in this ministry. Through service, prayer, and support, many can help bring comfort, joy, and dignity to the elderly.
In caring for the elderly, the Missionaries of Compassion continue their mission of love—embracing those who once cared for others, and revealing the compassionate heart of God through simple acts of faithful service.