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Our Story

Founded on Care

Our story begins in 2004 when Richard Waindi – the Founder & CEO of AgeWatch – found himself caring for his ageing mum. Living over 500KM away from his mum in Nairobi City, Richard made frequent trips to visit and care for her. Soon, everyday tasks became more challenging and by 2013, she was unable to live on her own. Although, Richard searched all of Kisumu county and its neighbors for a caregiver, he found none. As his mum’s condition worsened, neighbours acted as caregivers, but they were unskilled and turnover was problematic. In July 2015, at 93 years old, his mum died. Inspired by the pleasure of caring for her and being motivated to make a difference in the lives of seniors and the underserved, Richard founded AgeWatch Africa..

Our History

AgeWatch Africa Foundation was founded on compassion and a commitment to care for our ageing neighbours. Four international partnerships later and the building of AgeWatch Centre in Kisumu County, our commitment to you remains the same – provide quality, trusted, and compassionate care to your ageing loved ones.

March 2016
Introduced
Kisumu Centre Established

We established AgeWatch Kisumu Centre at Ojola village of Kisumu West Sub-County.

Late 2016
Partnership
Partnership with Zoogborg

We established our first international partnership with Ms. De Zorgboog, a Dutch organization that works with
the elderly.

Early 2017
Donation
Donation Received

We received an international
donation of medical supplies
including wheelchairs and hospital beds.

March 2018
Community Outreach
First Outreach

We held the first outreach session for the elderly at Agewatch Kisumu Centre in Ojola village.

January 2019
Legal status
Legal Registration

Agewatch Africa Foundation was legally registered as a national social business under certificate number CLG-JLFG96.

2020
COVID-19
COVID-19 Response

We responded to the COVID-19 crisis and continue to provide home care for rural seniors.