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أحيت البرنامج : - الاوركسترا الكلاسيكية التابعة لموسيقىى قوى الأمن الداخلي بقيادة الرائد زياد مراد - المطرب جوزف عازار - فرقة الحان غروب للزفّة والرقص الفولكلوري - الصبيّة ريما ابي راشد
نشيد الجدّ والجدّة غناء كارول عون وشادي عيدموني ، كلمات المحامي بيار الحدّاد،
تلحين وتوزيع وتنفيذ الرائد زياد مراد، تسجيل استوديو جورج وديع الصافي ،
فكرة وانتاج جمعية رعاية شؤون كبارنا. فيديو كليب التيلي لوميار ونور سات .
في كلمتها ركزّت رئيسة جمعية رعاية شؤون كبارنا ، السيدة هنرييت حدّاد على أهمية المناسبة في تعزيز الروابط العائلية خاصة بين الاحفاد والاجداد وعلى العطاءات والتضحيات التي قدمها كبارنا في انشاء عائلاتهم وبناء مجتمعاتهم ، ونوّهت بمحبتهم وخبرتهم وحكمتهم وبدفاعهم عن القيّم الانسانية والاجتماعية التي نقلوها للأجيال الطالعة.
وأخيرا شكرت كل من ساهم بطريقة مباشرة وغير مباشرة على اقامة وانجاح الاحتفال وختمت بالقول : الشكر الاكبر يبقى لكبارنا ، لكل ست وجدّ يللي منحونا ثقتهم ومحبتهم واغنوا حياتنا واعطونا فرحا كبيرا بوجودهم معنا اليوم واتاحوا لنا الفرصة ان نفبهم جزءبسيط من تضحياتهم ومن تعبهم.
بكل محية وتقدير
هنرييت حدّاد
رئيسة جمعية رعاية شؤون كبارنا
For the fourth year in a row, Kibarouna NGO organized its Summer Camp, from September 13 till September 17, for the most disadvantaged group of elderly in collaboration with the “Social Development center Burj Hamoud”, “ Rifak Al Darb”,” Caritas Antilias”, and “ Mat’am Al mahabi Sin El Fil”.
This amazing collaborative work enabled “Kibarouna” NGO to welcome 40 Elderly in the Monastery of Mar Yousif Ajaltoun in a loving and caring environment. Besides socializing and having fun, a main objective of the camp was to train the elderly in developing skills to look after their health, as a proactive measure.
This objective was achieved under the close supervision and mentorship of the Nursing School’s Interns from Saint Joseph University. The interns worked with a group of volunteers many of whom are members of “Kibarouna” NGO and others are from the community. The elderly were engaged in hands on health care activities, such as physical exercises, memory games, nutrition awareness, and personal hygiene.
The Elderly especially enjoyed social games and entertainment by singing and dancing with their new friends from the camp.
The camp closure ceremony was very touching as the Elderly expressed their appreciation for “Kibarouna” NGO for giving them very happy moments to warm their lonely days.
A grand ceremony attended by more than eight hundred fifty (850) Elderly from different parts of Lebanon, was held by Kibarouna NGO to celebrate ” Grandparents' Day ” on Friday June 25 in” Kasr Al Mo’tamarat”.
This yearly event , so much waited for, by many Elderly organizations and Institutions was really remarkable. The performance of the Classical Music Brass Band of the Internal Security Forces ( ISF) captured everyone’s heart. The Famous Star Grace Dib, and many other singers,dabke dancers, poets, and speakers were there to wish, all Grandparents of Lebanon, a Happy Day and to assert that they are advocate of the Elderly's rights. The Ceremony was eagerly presented by the very eloquent and popular Miss Grace Al Rayess.
An impressive speech was delivered , by Kibarouna’ president, Mrs. Henriette Haddad. Her voice restlessly called the Nation to take action: to care and protect the Elderly population of Lebanon. Her words acknowledged over and over the values of the Elderly citizens and their role in preserving the country and the culture of Lebanon.
Mrs. Haddad also presented the activities held by the Kibarouna NGO volunteers : A weekly club, workshops, Grandparents’ day yearly celebration, and the Summer Camp. Mrs. Haddad adressed many heartfelt thanks to all the volunteers and donors.
A highlight of the ceremony, was Kibarouna presenting awards and flowers to all the contributors to the Event and to more than twenty five directors of institutions who serve the Elderly with tireless devotion.
By Evienoula K. El Assad
Vice -President
Kibarouna
Kibarouna celebrates " Grandparents' Day "on Friday, June 25th in "Kasr Al Mo'tamarat"
A special poem for all the Grandparents of Lebanon.
Grandparents and grandchildren,
Together they create a chain of love
Linking the past,
With the future.
The chain may lengthen,
But it will never part.
- Author Unknown
Wishing you all a happy journey toward Grandparenthood,
Evienoula K. El Assad
Vice -President Kibarouna
A group of Kibarouna, passionate about life, took the road from Bikfaya to Jizzine where they spent a whole day visiting historical and religious places among which the monastery of “ The Lady of Mashmoushi”.
Later they had a homemade lunch prepared by the devoted Kibarouna members. The Elderly sat in groups eating and chatting happily and simply postponing the call to take the road back home.
by Evienoula El Assad
Vice-President
Kibarouna
Kibarouna took the road to the wonderful Khenchara village known for its traditional red-roofed houses and mostly for the St. John’s Monastery founded 1696-97. Our elderly group was warmly welcomed by the priests who proudly spoke about the Historical Monastery.
After taking part in a heart –warming mass, they had breakfast and then visited the first Arabic printing Press of the Middle East. A five-room museum which displays the old presses and hundreds of related objects and pieces of equipment dated to 1726 and 1733.
Later the group spent time purchasing fresh goodies prepared by the priests to take home as gifts for their loved ones.
Kibarouna and T.E.R.R.E Liban - Beit Shabab
Senior citizens of Kibarouna are now involved in a recycling project launched by members of T.E.R.R.E Liban - Beit Shabab. During a workshop held last Wednesday April 21st, at the monastery of Mar Youssef Bhorsaf, senior citizens learned about recycling and its effect on the environment. Later they eagerly committed themselves to take action and start sorting out their domestic garbage of plastic, glass, and paper.
Currently and on weekly basis, all Kibarouna members will dispose their sorted garbage in recycling bins provided by T.E.R.R.E Liban- Beit Shabab. All bins are stationed in the Monastery Yard.
Yesterday when I was talking to some elderly during a breakfast gathering held by Kibarouna, I asked some elderly about their opinion regarding the recycling initiative after one week of the workshop.
They shared with me that they are so happy to be part of this project. They added that recycling is a responsible act to protect the environment which is a central heritage of our country Lebanon. While having this conversation I saw an old lady collecting three plastic water bottles, she put them in a bag and I heard her say to a group: “ This is the bag for plastic recycling, you can put your empty bottles here”.
Reported by
Evienoula K. El Assad
Vice -President Kibarouna
On Wednesday 24th March, Kibarouna NGO launched their yearly activities by celebrating Mother’s Day with a brunch held at Saint Joseph Monastery in Bhorsaf.
More than ninety elderly attended and were warmly welcomed with hugs and flowers by Kibarouna members, volunteers and dear friends.
Two messages for the precious elderly mothers: Firstly “Thank You for your devotion and sacrifice as mothers, and secondly “Your role doesn’t stop here. As grandmothers you remain actively involved in raising your grandchildren especially at difficult times when they will turn to you as a source of unconditional love and guidance”.
With happiness filling the air, Kibarouna members look forward to successfully planning for the upcoming events of year 2010-2011: Weekly club activities on Wednesdays, monthly trips, “Grandparents Day” in June and the “Summer Camp”. All the activities aim at enhancing the elderly citizens’ social interaction and eliminating social isolation.
Special thanks go to Kibarouna’s volunteers and supporters for their generous contributions in many different ways.
For Kibarouna NGO,
Evienoula K. El Assad
Vice- President
Last Wednesday October 7th, about fifty elderly citizens left solitude and boredom behind at home and hit the road together with “Kibarouna” NGO members ,to enjoy a trip to the North of Lebanon. They all looked forward to good company and homemade food.
The group first stopped by our Lady of” Nouriye “ and from there headed toward the “Benashi” lake. But most of their day was spent on the wholly premises of ” Um Al Marahem” in Miziara where they had lunch on a lovely terrace ,overlooking the green olive trees of Koura and the deep blue sea of Tripoli.
Their voices raised sometimes with prayers and other times with laughters over stories from the present and the past.
As the sun was setting in the horizons of Lebanon, our elderly friends made their way back home, but this time with exciting stories, from the day, to share with their loved ones.
Once again, Kibarouna organized a successful summer camp in Ajaltoun, where 50 disadvantaged elderly from different parts of Lebanon were welcomed in St Joseph covent to spend a special time. In collaboration with the USJ volunteers/social workers, Mrs. Henriette Haddad, Kibarouna president, organized a five day program catering to all needs of elderly wellbeing, namely social, emotional and cognitive by engaging them in different, exciting activities.
On the last day of the camp, elderly from various NGO's and areas in Lebanon were invited to join the group and attend an entertaining program with dinner.
The highlight of the evening was a celebration of an elderly couple's 50th wedding anniversary. Also, Kibarouna's friend, Mrs. Therese Hawwat, performed special Oum Koulthoum songs, much to the audience's enjoyment and awe.
This camp would not have been possible without the assistance of many young volunteers and many of Kibarouna's members.
Kibarouna is now on the Safadi Foundation US,Blog!
Thanks to Baldati generous offer to host Kibarouna on Baldati website, Kibarouna was introduced to and interviewed by the Safadi Foundation US, Blog.
On Behalf of Kibarouna members and our Senior Citizens, we thank Baldati and Safadi Foundation US ( Washingto DC) for contributing in raising awareness about Kibarouna's mission and goals.
Please click this link to check the wonderful article posted on Safadi Foundation US, Blog:
http://humandevelopmentinlebanon.blogspot.com/
Eveinoula K. El Assad
Vice- President
Kibarouna NGO
On Friday June 26th , hundreds of Senior citizens from all over Lebanon answered the invitation of Kibarouna and gathered in “Kasr Al Mo’tamarat” to celebrate the third annual “Grandparents’Day” which falls on the last Sunday of June.
Both Kibarouna and Baldati collaborated to organize this event and make it memorable. Mr. Chaker Noon, President of Baldati, in his delightful dialogue with Tayta Latifa on stage stressed the fact that Baldati mission and Kibarouna's complete each other. The event will be televised by Telelumiere on Sunday June 28 at 1:00 .
The crowd was happily entertained by famous Lebanese artists: Grace Deeb ( Kibarouna's ambassador) and Tony Kiwan, famous comedian: Elie Massaad, and popular Teita Latifa . Many Elderly people were cheering and dancing with the same cane which helped them made their way to the auditorium.
At the end of the ceremony all attendees were offered a parting gift of snack and souvenir bag from Kibarouna .
Without their path we find no way
Without their past we have no future
"Happy GrandparentsDay"
5 more days to celebrate " Grandparents Day In Lebanon",
Join us! Join Lebanon!on Sunday June 28th
From Kibarouna NGO
Evienoula K. El Assad
Vice- President
A Good Time to show appreciation Sunday June 28 "Grandparents Day "
Please Find Out More
http://www.baldati.com/networks/community.php?networkid=2041
She fixes hurts with a kiss and smile
and tells good stories grandma-style.
It's warm and cozy on her lap
for secret telling or a nap.
And when I say my prayer at night,
I ask God to bless and hold her tight.
Cause when it comes to giving hugs
my grandma's arms are filled with love!
~Author Unknown~
Please check this link for more information about the event held by Kibarouna and Baldati , on Friday, June 26 at 10 am. http://www.baldati.com/networks/community.php?networkid=2041
Please contact your friends, neighbours, colleagues, advertise it on your facebook . You can really make a difference!
We are really counting on you to bring happiness to Grandparents all over Lebanon !
For more information about Kibarouna please visit:
http://www.baldati.com/networks/community.php?networkid=2
For more information about the celebrations for Grandparents’ Day please contact Baldati on:
03- 666565 or 04-922999
11 days to go for”Grandparents' Day” in Lebanon
For NGO Kibarouna
Evienoula K. El Assad
Celebrate Grandparents' day with Kibarouna and Baldati on Friday June 26th at 10:00 am,
" Kasr Al Mo'tamarat" Dbayye .
Call:03-666565 or 04-922999
Deadline for reservation: Saturday June 20th
"A grandfather is someone with silver in his hair and gold in his heart. " ~Author Unknown
12 Days for Grandparents' Day
For NGO Kibarouna,
Evienoula K. El Assad - Vice President.
"When a child is born,so are grandmothers. " ~Judith Levy
Let's take action and make the Grandparents' day, on Sunday June 28th , the "Talk of The Town".
Reserve now with Kibarouna and Baldati to celebrate in style the Grandparents Day on Friday, June 26th "Kasr Al Mo'tamarat" Dbaye 10:00 am.
Please for more info and reservation book online
or call : 03- 666565 or 04-922999
13 days to go for Grandparents' Day in Lebanon. Take action and make it the
"Talk of The Town".
By Evienoula K. El Assad -Vice -President -Kibarouna NGO
Grandparents day is the last Sunday of June. This year it falls on Sunday, June 28th.
Celebrate Grandparents Day in a special way with Kibarouna and Baldati. On Friday June 26th, at 10:00 am, "Kasr al Mo'Tamarat" (Dbayye).
Reserve your seats call 03-666565 or 04-922999
"Grandparents are a delightful blend of
laughter, caring deeds,wonderful stories,
and love".
14 days for Grandparents' Day in Lebanon.
Kibarouna NGO
By Evienoula Kosma El Assad
Vice- President
Grandpas and Grandmas, Teta and Jedo. Whatever you may call them, the fact remains that they are very special people and have had an affect on shaping who you are today.
Show them your love on Sunday June 28th in your own way,or join us on Friday June 26 th at 10:00 am to "Kasr Al Mo'tamarat" for a big celebration with hundreds of Teitas and Jeddos.
Mark your Calendar!
Evienoula K. El Assad
Vice- President Kibarouna NGO
Do you know that there is a Grandparents' day in Lebanon just like Mother's day or Teacher's day.
Are you surprised? You are right to be, since this day is not popular yet.
With your help, Kibarouna NGO can give this special moment to every grandaprent in Lebanon.
Spread the news, support Kibarouna NGO, and communicate to all your friends that Grandparents' day is On SUNDAY June 28 in " Kasr Al Mo'tamarat" Dbayyeh
15 days to go for Grandparents day!!!!!!
Kibarouna NGO with Baldati will celebrate on Friday 26th this beautiful occasion with hundreds of grandparents.
On behalf Kibarouna NGO,
Evienoula Kosma El Assad
Vice- President Kibarouna NGO
Last Sunday May 24, a Kibarouna group of forty elderly, accompanied by Kibarouna members,attended George's Khabbaz comedy " A Tarik" in Chateau Triano. The group had a blast laughing at jokes and satiric skits which painted scenes from the Lebanese reality.Right after the show Kibarouna headed toward Bachir Ice-cream as an answer to a generous invitation for an ice cream treat.
This social activity is one of a series of social activities, planned by Kibarouna NGO, which aim at enhancing the social life of the elderly in Lebanon.
by Evienoula K. El Assad
