From a Leprosy Colony to Nursing School — The Story of Jameson There are stories that remind us what hope truly looks like. Not the kind that happens overnight. The kind that grows quietly over years—through faithful prayer, unwavering love, and ordinary people who...
A simple meal became a powerful reminder that hope can nourish more than hunger. More Than a Monthly Visit For the Embrace a Village team, every visit into a leprosy colony is about far more than delivering supplies. Each month, staff members travel long distances...
When people hear stories about Embrace a Village, they often think about the patients receiving care or the children discovering new opportunities through education. But behind every transformed life are compassionate people who quietly dedicate themselves to serving...
There are many stories in remote villages across India that rarely make headlines. Stories of elderly men and women living quietly with the effects of leprosy. Stories of perseverance in the face of hardship. Stories of people who simply want to know they have not...
At 79 years old, Livingstone stands as a powerful reminder that purpose can endure—even through a lifetime of hardship. Years ago, leprosy entered his life and threatened to take everything from him. His health declined, his future became uncertain, and like many...
In the peaceful foothills of Tamil Nadu, at the Embrace a Village hospice, two women sit side by side on the veranda. The morning sun spills across the floor as birds sing nearby, and in that quiet space, friendship blooms. Suseela and Vijayamma were once...
We wanted to take a moment to share a special update with you—one that reminds us all why your love, prayers, and giving matter so deeply. Gowri, a 70-year-old widow from a small village near Chennai, has lived through decades of struggle. Diagnosed with leprosy at...
For nearly twenty years, Arul Mary and her husband Joseph have been walking a difficult road—together. They live in the northern part of Chennai, and both were affected by leprosy at a very young age. When the disease stole their strength and separated them from...
As we welcome a brand-new year, we can’t help but feel immense gratitude for your prayers and generous support throughout the past season. With your help, Embrace a Village has brought hope and healing to those affected by leprosy in ways we never dreamed possible....
We are so grateful for your continued prayers and support for the children and families we serve through Embrace a Village’s Little Lights after-school program. Your generosity is making a profound difference in the lives of children like Sabari. Sabari, a bright-eyed...
Let us share the heartfelt journey of Alamelu, a woman of courage and hope, residing in one of the leprosy colonies in Salem district, Tamilnadu. At the young age of 19, Alamelu's vibrant dreams and aspirations faced an unexpected detour when she was diagnosed with...
Finding Hope in the Heart of Affliction: Lukas’s Journey of Faith and Renewal In 2004, Embrace a Village began its work in Deviyakurichi, a leprosy colony nestled in the rolling hills of the Salem district in Tamil Nadu. This colony became a refuge for individuals...