The exhaustion of countless sleepless nights, the mental and physical strain carried for days, the unexpected blessings that came at the right moments, and the courage that refused to step back in the face of obstacles… all of these came together in this outreach initiative carried out at a small rural school located deep inside […]
There are small moments in life when something begins to feel right, even before we can explain it. A song you once skipped starts to stay with you. A face you hardly noticed becomes comforting after a few meetings. A name or brand begins to feel reliable simply because it keeps appearing. These shifts may […]
On 21 January 2026, Helping Hands Ceylon returned to Gamhatha CC Junior School for the third time. A small school nearly 25km away from Kandy, yet always close to our hearts.This visit marked the continuation of our year-long stationery drive, supporting school children with essential learning materials throughout the year. Books, pens, and study supplies […]
On 21.01.2026, Helping Hands Ceylon provided 10,000 LKR worthy kitchen utensils kits to families affected by the Ditwa cyclone in Gamhatha Area.This is essentials support for families as they rebuild daily life with dignity and stability after disaster. Small items, meaningful impact. We thank our donors and supporters for making this timely relief possible.Helping Hands […]
Emotional Freedom Technique, often called EFT Tapping, is a simple self-help method that helps calm emotional stress and restore balance within the body. It is based on the idea that our thoughts and feelings are connected to the body’s energy flow. When this flow is disturbed by worry, fear, or past experiences, we may feel […]
Syzygium aromaticum L. Family: Mertaceae History The clove tree is a medium sized symmetrically shaped tree with smooth grey bark canopy has a cone shape. Fully matured trees grows upto 15 -20m. It is believed to be originated in Maluku Islands in Indonesia. Clove along with nutmeg and pepper were highly prized in Roman Era. […]
Date: 20 September 2025Venue: Tamarind GardensTime: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PMParticipants: 70 (parents and children together) Healthy families, healthy minds, and a deeper bond with Mother Earth. The second episode of our Healthy Minds initiative by Helping Hands Ceylon (HHC) took place at the peaceful Tamarind Gardens, gathering seventy participants—parents and children—for a full day […]
Myristica fragrans Family: Myristicaceae History Nutmeg is a perennial evergreen spice tree and a native of Molluccas in East Indonesia. There is some evidence to suggest that the Roman priests may have burned nutmeg as a form of incense. It is also known to have been used as a prized and costly spice in medieval […]
Cymbopogon citratus / Cymbopogon flexuosus Family: Graminae History The oldest known text about lemongrass oil had been found from the Philippines in the 17th century. It had been introduced to Jamaica in 1799 and to Haiti and USA in 1917. First commercial cultivation of lemongrass was reported in Florida, USA, and Haiti in 1947. It […]
In today’s fast-paced world, nurturing your mental well-being is not just important—it’s essential. As a psychologist deeply committed to mental wellness, I want to share practical, science-backed strategies that can help you cultivate a calmer, healthier mind. These tips are designed to help you build resilience, manage stress, and find more peace in your everyday […]