Psychological group therapy continues to be an essential part of Hanganak’s work, creating a safe and supportive environment where our beneficiaries can share their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. The most recent session, led by psychotherapist Dr. Anahit Lalayan, Head of the Empathy Mental Health Center, touched upon a deeply emotional>>>>>
On October 1st, the International Day of Older Persons, Hanganak marked the occasion with a special event from its ongoing Healthy Lifestyle series. The workshop was dedicated to raising awareness about osteoarthrosis—the most common chronic joint disease and one of the leading causes of disability among older adults. The session>>>>>
On September 26, 2025, the NGO Forum on Social Integration was officially launched in Yerevan, bringing together leading organizations to address urgent social challenges caused by displacement from Artsakh. Hanganak was represented by three employees at the event, and we have now decided to apply for membership. The Forum, initiated>>>>>
On September 26, the opening day of the powerful documentary installation “They Say We Have to Leave”, four beneficiaries of the Hanganak Elderly Project and project coordinator Lina Grigoryan joined the audience at Latitude Art Space in Yerevan. For them, this was more than just a cultural event – it>>>>>
Hanganak NGO continues its Healthy Lifestyle workshop series with another engaging and educational session—this time dedicated to the topic of osteoporosis, a widespread condition that especially affects older adults. Once again, the subject was chosen by our beneficiaries, reflecting the real needs and concerns of our community. The workshop was>>>>>
Psychological group therapy remains an important part of our work with Hanganak beneficiaries, providing them with a safe space to reflect, share, and heal together. In our most recent session, the format was a little different — a movie screening followed by a group discussion. The movie told the story>>>>>
On September 18, 2025, members of Hanganak’s medical team participated in a lecture delivered by Dr. Nancy A. Barsamian, assistant professor at the University of Massachusetts Chan School of Medicine. Seven members of our staff attended the event, including our Elderly Project physician Dr. Lilya Seyranyan and Project coordinator Lina>>>>>
Investing in Knowledge – Investing in Care On September 17, HANGANAK had the honor of participating in the graduation ceremony of the “AI for All” summer school — a comprehensive initiative organized by the Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU) within the framework of its Women Coders program. The training was>>>>>
The Hanganak team has once again set out for Lori, carrying not only food and medical support, but also care and compassion for our beneficiaries. This visit was especially important, as one of our elderly beneficiaries urgently needed assistance with a social issue—confirming their citizenship status in order to access>>>>>
The September food distribution is nearing its end, bringing with it not only nourishment but also care and connection for our beneficiaries. These past two months—August and September—have been especially intense, filled with events, workshops, and activities that remind us once again how strong and resilient our community is. This>>>>>