Reconnecting, Reflecting, and Renewing: Connect to Heal’s General Body Meeting 2025

Apr 26, 2025

On March 29, 2025, we came together for a special day, the General Body Meeting of Connect to Heal at our Registered Office.

The room was filled with warmth and energy as our members Murali, Gayitri, Shilpa, Lipika, Nandini, and Seethalakshmi gathered.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made time to be there, and a special appreciation to Lipika and Nandini, who attended despite not feeling their best.

The meeting wasn’t just about reviewing numbers or ticking boxes. It was about looking back at the lives we touched, the connections we built, and the journeys we shared.

Here’s a glimpse of what we accomplished in 2024:

Health Initiatives:

Conducted 3 mammogram camps, screening 100 women. 3 women were referred for further imaging.

Organized 2 general health camps for adults and children — screening for diabetes, thyroid, and blood pressure. Many participants discovered underlying health issues, including diabetes, and were guided toward care.

Emotional Wellness and Learning:

Hosted a unique Theatre workshop, using performance to explore emotions and self-expression.

Ran a Fellowship Program where members connected, reflected, and supported each other.

One-on-One Connections:

Quiet, meaningful moments of individual support and check-ins.

Open Conversations:

Discussed important topics like grief work and the critical role of gut health in overall well-being.

A New Initiative — Calendar Launch!

We proudly launched the Connect to Heal Calendar for 2025 — a small but heartfelt way to stay connected through the year, marking important days, inspirations, and memories.

We also explored a potential project with Shankara Cancer Hospital to support children during their hospital visits.
However, considering the distance and logistics, we decided it would be difficult to commit sustainably. We will be informing the hospital with gratitude and respect.

And yes — we feasted too!
For many of us, it was the first time meeting in person. The laughter, the stories, the simple joy of sharing a meal — it reminded us that healing often starts with human connection.

As we step into the new year (Ugadi), we carry a stronger sense of purpose and hope to make 2025 even more impactful.

Thank you for being part of the Connect to Heal family.
Here’s to a new year of healing, hope, and human connection.

Warmly,
Padma
Connect to Heal