In 1962 our sisters were living in Versova, Andheri West. They would cross the creek and visit the families on the other side. In 1963 Fr Victor Fernandes invited them to serve in the parish of Our Lady of the Sea Church at Madh Island.

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The population then comprised fisherfolk and farmers. Education was not given any importance and there were no medical facilities. So the sisters started adult literacy classes as well as a dispensary and maternity home.

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One day as the sisters were walking on the seashore on their visit to the families, they found a baby buried alive in the sand. They brought her home and cared for her, and that was the beginning of the home for girls. This was in 1971. Over the years, the number of girls increased, so a residential home for the children, and a multipurpose hall cum dining room and kitchen was constructed. The girls were given professional training in general nursing and midwifery, para medical nursing, teaching, fashion designing and so forth. Since then, more than 700 girls from the home have completed their studies and have secured a good family life.

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The sisters are also involved in social activities. They organise women’s self-help groups and nurture children and youth groups.

POSTAL ADDRESS

Prem Sadan, Madh Island, P.O. Versova, Mumbai 400 061