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 […]
We’re truly grateful for the success of our “Healthy Minds by HHC” project held at Sirimavo Bandaranaike Children’s Hospital – Peradeniya for about 200 participants. It was a fruitful and impactful day, made vibrant with the contribution of many professionals and supporters: Nutritional Awareness by Dr. Mrs. Jananie Santhursen and Consultant Dr. Lasika Uyanege, who […]
Across Sri Lanka, there are families who continue to live between hope and uncertainty. Years after conflict and periods of unrest, many mothers, fathers, spouses, and children are still searching for answers about loved ones who disappeared. During our community engagements, we have met families who continue to keep photographs, documents, and personal belongings of […]
Helping Hands Ceylon (HHC) is overjoyed to share the success of our recent project at CP/Denu/Gamhatha C.C. Junior School, a rural and underprivileged school filled with 130 bright and talented students. This initiative provided books and stationery for all students and English novels and reading materials for the school library, fostering a love for reading […]
Helping Hands Ceylon is honored to sponsor the outstanding young ladies of the Seetha Devi Girls’ College -Kandy Senior Girls Guiding Team for their passing out ceremony. This support reflects our commitment to empowering youth, fostering leadership, and encouraging resilience and discipline. These young Guiding girls are a true inspiration, embodying the strength and determination […]
Helping Hands Ceylon successfully hosted a remarkable dry ration donation event on August 4th, 2024, benefiting 60 families in Thannekumbura, one of Kandy’s largest provincial areas. The event featured Rs 5,000 worth of essential food items for each family, under the leadership of our esteemed Managing Director, Dr. Vandana Rajapakshe.We were privileged to have distinguished […]
On Mother’s Day, Helping Hands Ceylon Organization carried out a dry ration donation program benefiting 50 tea estate workers and low-income families. The event took place at the Sri Shantharamaya Buddhist Temple and was attended by numerous governmental officials from the village, Buddhist reverends, and a foreign donor.The outpouring of support was heartwarming, with the […]
Today was a heartwarming day at Gamhatha Primary School as we, Helping Hands Ceylon charitable organization, delivered an amazing program!Managing Director graced the event as the Chief Guest, alongside the warm welcome from the school’s principal, teachers, students, and their parents. We’re thrilled to have provided each student with a full set of stationeries for […]
It is with great humble and pride to Announce that we are at Helping Hand Ceylon Org have succeeded in making another donation of dry rations food Drive for Hewahata Division In Kandy. With this project, 68 Families were benefited and we were able to give 68 low-income families a nutritious food bag with dry […]