Honoring Our Elders

Please Note: These newsletters may contain written descriptions or images of the violence, disease, and injuries our teams confront on a regular basis. Please read at your own discretion.
 
 
 
 
 

An elderly man wounded by a Burma Army airstrike being treated and transported by a Stronghold ambulance. (©️ 2025, Stronghold Rescue and Relief)

The Struggles of Elderly Communities in Conflict Zones.

In conflict zones, the elderly are among the most vulnerable, often suffering from chronic health issues and limited access to care. Displacement and the destruction of infrastructure leave them isolated, unable to flee or protect themselves.

Beyond physical struggles, the elderly endure emotional tolls, losing homes, families, and communities, often overlooked in the rush to aid younger, more mobile populations. Many elderly people also face cognitive or mobility impairments that make survival even more difficult in these harsh environments.

With little ability to seek help, they become easy targets for neglect or abuse, further compounding their suffering.

Stronghold Ambulance in Burma transporting elderly women to be treated for hepatitis (©️ 2025, Stronghold Rescue and Relief)

Providing Compassionate Care

At Stronghold Rescue and Relief, we are dedicated to caring for the elderly in conflict zones, where they face unique challenges like physical ailments, limited healthcare access, and displacement. Our teams work relentlessly to offer medical care, comfort, and support, ensuring these vulnerable individuals are not forgotten.

Through emergency clinics, Stronghold Ambulance transport, and treatment, we aim to meet their immediate needs and restore dignity in the face of crisis. Beyond medical treatment, we work alongside local communities and other organizations, we strive to ensure that elderly populations receive the protection and respect they deserve during times of conflict.

 
 

A Stronghold Ambulance in Burma transporting an elderly patient to be treated for cancer (©️ 2025, Stronghold Rescue and Relief)

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