Swing for the Seniors Golf Challenge

Accessible Sanitation for Our Elders

Executive Summary

The main goal of the Swing for Seniors Health and Sanitation Campaign is to enhance the dignity and well-being of older persons by improving access to safe, hygienic, and supportive environments. In line with the International Day of Older Persons 2025 theme, empowering older persons through inclusive systems for health and well-being, the campaign seeks to tackle critical challenges of hygiene, sanitation, and preventive care that directly impact the quality of life in old age. By bringing communities together through sport and purposeful fundraising, the initiative highlights our shared responsibility to ensure that ageing is celebrated as a stage of vitality, respect, and continued contribution to society.

In Kenya, over 80% of older persons face daily challenges accessing safe, hygienic, and dignified sanitation facilities. Age related conditions like arthritis, reduced mobility, and chronic illness exacerbate these challenges. The goal of this campaign is to renovate and construct 5,000 elder friendly sanitation units in eight underserved counties. The project aims to reduce sanitation related illnesses by 50%, restore independence and dignity for 60% of older persons, and build community level awareness through training and inclusive WASH campaigns. CPF Foundation seeks co-funding, technical expertise, and community engagement support from partners with a passion for inclusive development.

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Bank	M-Pesa
Name: CPF Group Foundation Bank: Family Bank Account: 015000012236 Swift: FABLKENA Branch: Laptrust City: Nairobi	Pay Bill 222111 Account No. 015000012236

Email the transaction to: foundation@cpf.or.ke; cc  info@cpffoundation.com for receipting

For more details, call Kabale or Maurice at Phone: +254 720433354, +254111114000

About CPF Group Foundation.

The CPF Group Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the CPF Group, a leading social security and financial services provider in Kenya. Our mission is to uplift vulnerable populations through innovative, inclusive, and sustainable interventions that improve quality of life. Our vision is a society where all people, regardless of age, ability, or background, live with dignity and have access to basic needs and opportunities.

Key achievements include:

·       Implementation of the Golden Homes housing project for vulnerable elders.

·       Community based healthcare awareness drives across counties.

·       Active partnerships with county governments and local NGOs on elder care initiatives.

·       Policy and advocacy for older person rights.

The Problem

James, a 72-year-old widower in Kisii County, wakes up each morning with the hope of a peaceful day. But each trip to the pit latrine outside his home is a test of strength and fear. The steep path, lack of support rails, and slippery surfaces have led to several falls. What should be a basic human right, a safe and accessible sanitation, has become a daily ordeal.  ....James is not alone.

Across Kenya, thousands of older persons like James’s face similar indignities due to inadequate and unsafe sanitation facilities. While great strides have been made in improving access to sanitation for the general population, the needs of the elderly have remained overlooked.

According to the Kenya Demographic Health Survey (KDHS), only 65% of Kenyans have access to adequate sanitation. Among older persons, this percentage is over 80% due to low incomes, isolation, mobility challenges, inadequate infrastructure, and neglect in policy implementation. Sanitation-related diseases, falls, and dependency are all on the rise among older people in underserved counties.

Challenges older persons face

Older persons face multiple barriers to accessing safe and private sanitation:

·       Physical barriers: Most pit latrines are not age friendly, with no support rails, uneven ground, narrow doors, or inadequate lighting.

·       Health risks: Open defecation, lack of hygiene, and unsafe facilities contribute to waterborne illnesses and increased caregiving burdens.

·       Social stigma: The lack of dignity in using unsafe facilities affects self-esteem and increases isolation among older persons.

Our Response: “Dignity in Every Drop” Campaign

The CPF Foundation, in partnership with individuals, corporate partners, county governments, older persons associations, and local community groups, is launching the Swing with the Seniors fundraising campaign to promote the ‘’Dignity in Every Drop’’ campaign, a transformative initiative to deliver accessible, age-friendly sanitation to vulnerable older persons in Kenya.

Overall Objective:

To construct and renovate 5,000 elder accessible sanitation facilities across 8 underserved counties in Kenya within 12 months, reducing sanitation related illnesses by 50% and improving reported independence by 60% among targeted beneficiaries.

Project Goal

To enhance dignity, health, and independence for older persons in Kenya by constructing and renovating elder-friendly sanitation facilities and empowering communities with the knowledge to maintain them.

Objectives

1)    Construct or renovate 5,000 elder-friendly sanitation units in 8 underserved counties within 12 months.

2)    Reduce reported sanitation-related illnesses among the target group by 50% within one year.

3)    Improve independence and quality of life for at least 60% of targeted older persons by providing access to safe and usable toilets.

4)    Train 2,000 caregivers, family members, and local health volunteers on elder hygiene, maintenance, and inclusive sanitation practices.

5)    Launch a national awareness campaign to reach at least 500,000 people on the need for elder-inclusive WASH infrastructure.

Target Beneficiaries

Primary beneficiaries:

5,000 older persons in rural and peri-urban regions of:

1.     Machakos

2.     Tana River

3.     Nyamira

4.     Kilifi

5.     Migori

6.     Homa Bay

7.     Kitui

8.     Siaya

Demographics:

• Individuals aged 70 years living alone or with limited family support.

• High prevalence of chronic conditions (arthritis, diabetes, stroke recovery).

• Consultation conducted through Older Persons Associations (OPAs), County Welfare Offices, and baseline community interviews to ensure the most deserving are reached and ensure inclusivity.

Proposed Solution and Activities

Baseline and Needs Assessment

• Conduct a comprehensive needs assessment to identify the specific requirements of older persons and project participants.

• Establish baseline data to serve as a benchmark for monitoring progress and impact.

• Map and engage key stakeholders to explore opportunities for partnership and collaboration.

• Mobilize resources (financial, technical, and in-kind) to support project implementation.

Renovation and Construction

• Install raised toilet seats, handrails, and nonslip flooring in existing facilities.

• Construct new toilets closer to homes, integrated with water points.

• Incorporate eco-friendly designs like composting toilets and solar lighting where feasible.

Community Training and Engagement

• Deliver hygiene and maintenance training to caregivers and families.

• Partner with local artisans and OPAs for construction, creating ownership and employment.

Public Awareness Campaign

• Run radio and community forums to shift public perception on elder care and sanitation.

• Engage opinion leaders to champion elder dignity and WASH inclusion.

Innovation Aspect

• Use of low cost, elder responsive design templates for toilets.

• Community led construction involving local artisans and OPAs.

• Inclusion of solar lighting, water harvesting, and eco sanitation systems where applicable.

• Digital monitoring via SMS feedback loop from caregivers and community health workers.

Sustainability Plan

Sustainability Model:

• Community based toilet user committees trained in maintenance

• Integration with county public health units for inspection and servicing

• Local artisans and youth groups engaged in construction for economic empowerment

• Coordination of long term donor support and feedback mechanisms

Monitoring, Evaluation and  Learning (MEL)

Component	Details
Surveys	Baseline, midline, and endline surveys on elder health, safety, and satisfaction.
Key Indicators	- Number of facilities constructed or renovated - % decrease in reported infections - Number of trained caregivers reporting improved hygiene practices
Learning Sessions	Conducted quarterly with partners and community leads

Estimated Budget (Indicative)

A detailed budget will follow the feasibility and costing exercise.

Estimated Cost: Ksh 200 million covering:

·       Construction materials & Labor – 65%

·       Community training & capacity building – 15%

·       Monitoring & data collection – 10%

·       Awareness & communication materials – 10%

Partnerships and Stakeholders

CPF Foundation will lead the project implementation, in collaboration with:

·       County Governments'   co-implementation and logistical support

·       Older Person Associations   community mobilization and training

·       Corporate Partners   potential co-funding, volunteer mobilization, hygiene kit donations

·       Faith-based Organizations and CSOs   advocacy and WASH training

·       CSR partners   in kind material support (e.g., cement, tiles, toilet seats)

BECOME A PARTNER

Call to Action

We invite you to partner with us on this bold, dignifying journey. Dignity in Every Drop is more than a sanitation project; it’s a chance to return Honor and independence to those who once nurtured us. Whether through funding, technical assistance, or community engagement, your contribution will make a direct and lasting difference.

Let’s meet to explore how we can tailor this partnership to your strengths and interests. Together, we can restore dignity, one toilet and one elder at a time.

For collaboration, funding, or pilot partnerships, please contact Kabale or Maurice :

CPF Foundation

Email: foundation@cpf.or.ke; cc  info@cpffoundation.com

Phone: +254 720433354, +254111114000