Prem Seva has its humble origins amidst the slums of Vakola, Santacruz East. In the year 1972 Fr Nelson Mascarenhas, parish priest of St Anthony’s Church invited the Helpers of Mary to render their services to the people.

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Identifying themselves with the suffering of the poor, the sisters took up residence in the D’Mello compound. A single room in squalid surroundings became the hub for manifold activities, which the sisters undertook. This involved attending the needs of slumdwellers and senior citizens, conducting coaching classes for children and literacy classes for adults, and educational sponsorship for poor students.

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Prem Seva Kendra was inaugurated on 20 January 1974. Over the years it has offered various skills training for women and has also enabled them to earn a living. With farsighted vision and committed hard work, Sr Shakuntala Joseph formed the Prem Seva Mahila Cooperative Credit Society (PSMCCS) in 1992 for women from low socio-economic backgrounds. Through this venture the members of PSMCCS and their families have been uplifted and continue to transform their lives. 

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POSTAL ADDRESS

Society of the Helpers of Mary, Prem Seva, C-7, Rajesh Park View, Vakola Pipe Line, Santacruz (E), Mumbai 400 055