About Travancore Foundation

Believing in timeless values. Living an ageless vision.

A not-for-profit organisation advancing dignified senior living, skilled care, rehabilitation, education and research since 2009.

Since 2009Serving seniors and their families
Platinum StatusIndia's first accredited assisted living facility
200+ ProfessionalsTrained interdisciplinary workforce
12AB & 80GRegistered charitable trust
Our Story

Care that respects the individual behind every need.

Travancore Foundation was established on 17 September 2009 by Mathew Chacko Mateethra, Jiji Philip and Philip K. John, united by a shared commitment to the dignity and well-being of senior citizens.

Today, the Foundation operates a growing network of senior living and care facilities across Kerala. Each community combines senior-friendly infrastructure, professional management and compassionate service with a strong connection to its local surroundings.

Our services support older adults across the entire continuum of care—from independent living and short stays to skilled nursing, rehabilitation, dementia support and palliative care.

Residents enjoying companionship in the landscaped campus
A community shaped around dignity, companionship and purpose.
Our Purpose

A complete ecosystem for ageing well.

Senior living is only one part of our work. Travancore Foundation brings together care, rehabilitation, learning, research and social responsibility.

01

Senior Living

Independent and assisted living communities where residents experience privacy, safety, companionship and meaningful daily life.

02

Healthcare & Rehabilitation

Skilled nursing, transitional care, physiotherapy, chronic disease management, memory care, respite and palliative support.

03

Education & Research

TERCA advances quality in elder care through gerontology education, skill development, research and simulation-based learning.

04

Community Support

TF Mithra extends scholarships, senior sponsorship, medical assistance and support to people facing economic hardship.

A Travancore Foundation care professional speaking with a resident
Our Care Philosophy

Independence wherever possible. Support whenever needed.

Every resident is different. Health history, mobility, preferences, routines, emotional needs and family circumstances all influence the right approach to care.

Travancore Foundation uses RAF-India, an assessment framework adapted from the U.S.-based Minimum Data Set and tested for cultural relevance, reliability and validity in India. A comprehensive assessment and care plan is prepared by an inter-professional team within 21 days of admission.

  • Person-centred and evidence-based care
  • Interdisciplinary assessment and planning
  • Care options from independence to full support
  • Regular communication with families
  • Focus on physical, social and emotional well-being
  • Continuous quality improvement
What Guides Us

Joy in service is more than a value. It is how care is experienced.

Dignity

We see the person before the condition and protect each resident's privacy, choices and identity.

Compassion

Care is delivered with patience, empathy and an understanding of the emotional journey of every family.

Professional Excellence

Qualified teams, structured protocols and ongoing learning support reliable and accountable care.

Transparency

Open communication helps families remain informed, involved and confident in important decisions.

Education & Research

Improving care by improving the people who deliver it.

Travancore Education and Research Centre on Aging—TERCA—was established in 2019 to strengthen elder care through education, research and professional skill development.

Its simulation-based skill lab, developed in collaboration with Mercy University, New York, is the first of its kind within an assisted living facility in India. TERCA offers postgraduate diplomas, certificate programmes and training for direct care providers.

TERCA Travancore Education and Research Centre on Aging
  • Gerontology education
  • Simulation-based learning
  • Caregiver skill development
  • Academic collaborations
  • Research on ageing
Recognition

A trusted name in senior care.

Recognition is meaningful because it reflects the work of the people who care for residents every day.

2025

Deepika National Excellence Award

Excellence in Senior Care Services

2022

Mother Theresa Peace Foundation Award

Recognition for service and social impact

2022

Lions Club Entrepreneur Award

Emerging Social Entrepreneur—Geriatric & Elderly Care

2021

Rashtra Deepika Excellence Award

Recognition for organisational excellence

Start a Conversation

Planning care for yourself or someone you love?

Speak with our team about senior living, short stays, rehabilitation or specialised care.

Call WhatsApp Enquire