Established in 2006, the Active Ageing House has served as a second home, support center, and vibrant hub of cultural and recreational activities that have transformed the lives of seniors in Burj Al-Barajneh camp. In 2008, a second center in Nahr Al-Bared camp opened its doors to refugees with the same purpose, values, and quality of service; and now in 2018 we are in the process of opening a...Read more

Teta’s Kitchen is a fully equipped kitchen at the Active Ageing House Center in Burj Al-Barajneh that supports the overall mission of SSS, improving the quality of life for the elderly by promoting selfsufficiency, creating jobs and preserving culinary traditions. Teta’s Kitchen increases the capacity of catering and food delivery services at SSS, complementing other programs such as...Read more

Knowing the seniors’ deep connection to land, SSS has provided a plot of land for cultivation. The produce, grown free of chemicals and preservatives, is used to supply the centers with seasonal fruits, vegetables and condiments. The success of the Green Land project lies not only in its symbolic purpose and the transformative community spirit, but also in the creation of a Al Mouneh brand...Read more

The physiotherapy clinic, established in 2017 at our center in Burj Al-Barajneh, provides professional rehabilitation for musculoskeletal, neurological and orthopedic ailments. Prior to its opening, patients were often unable to complete required physiotherapy sessions due to the difficulty of accessing centers outside the camp. The clinic is staffed by graduates of the Beirut Arab University...Read more

Rahalat, Arabic for trips, is a collaborative initiative with the American Community School (ACS) that aims to promote social inclusion and participation of seniors and youth in their  community life. It serves to take participants on trips outside the camps and engage them in interactive activities with other communities. It provides an opportunity for both the seniors and youth to learn...Read more