Saha Group Supports Ramathibodi Hospital's Senior Complex Initiative Aiming to Create a Prototype for Comprehensive Elderly Care

Saha Group has pledged its support to the Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital in their ambitious Senior Complex Project. This initiative focuses on developing a comprehensive residential and care facility for the elderly, promoting academic and technological collaboration, knowledge exchange, and providing expert consultation. The goal is to establish a prototype for comprehensive elderly care, serving as a learning and research center for medical personnel and volunteers.

Mr. Vichai Kulsomphop, CEO and Chairman of Saha Pathana Inter-Holding Public Company Limited, stated that Thailand has entered a full-fledged aging society, with the number of elderly people aged 60 and over exceeding 12 million. Recognizing this demographic shift, Saha Group has leveraged its capabilities to develop innovative products in the Health Care and Wellness sectors. This includes supporting the Senior Complex Project by the Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University. The project aims to create safe, high-quality, and affordable elderly care for dependent individuals. It will also serve as a learning and research center for relevant medical personnel and volunteers.

"Saha Group has the potential to develop innovations that meet the needs of those seeking good health and quality of life. This collaboration with the Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital aims to foster academic and technological cooperation, facilitate knowledge exchange, and provide support in terms of consulting, academics, or other related activities.” said Mr. Vichai Kulsomphop.

Clinical Professor Arthit Ungkanon, M.D., Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, shared that The Treasury Department has allocated state land in Bang Phli District, Samut Prakan Province, for the Senior Complex Project. These comprehensive elderly care facility will include:

1. The Ramathibodi Elderly Care and Hospice (ECH): A hub for learning, research, innovation development, and training for doctors, nurses, medical personnel, and the general public. It will also provide health services to the elderly.
2. The Ramathibodi-Treasury Department Senior Housing Project: Modern condominium-style residence for seniors.
3. The Ramathibodi Nursing Home: Accommodation for dependent elderly people with complex diseases who are partial or total dependence.

"We will harness the medical expertise of the Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital and the capabilities of Saha Group, renowned for enhancing the quality of life for Thai people through high-quality healthcare products, to help make our Senior Complex into a more comprehensive and well-equipped elderly care facility. This collaboration between the two parties will also advance knowledge, foster academic achievements, and further enhance the quality of life for the elderly in Thai society." said Clinical Professor Arthit Ungkanon, M.D.