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6/9/25, 11:09 AM FDF Inaugurates Barakat Al Dar Social Club For Senior Citizens, Residents At Al Shiwayb Centre | Pakistan Point
Al Kaabi added that the Barakat Al Dar Club in Al Shiwayb serves as a pioneering model of
sustainable community care, offering comprehensive programmes and services that meet the
diverse needs of senior citizens across health, cultural, and recreational domains. This initiative
reflects the foundation’s commitment to the vision of the UAE’s wise leadership, which
emphasises social cohesion and intergenerational solidarity, ensuring continued contributions
and valuing the accumulated expertise of senior citizens.

Al Kaabi emphasised that the foundation remains dedicated to launching innovative
programmes for senior citizens based on international best practices in integrated care.
Al Kaabi commended the interactive activities and awareness programmes that reflect the
needs and aspirations of this demographic, enabling them to maintain a meaningful role in
society through strategic partnerships that ensure the delivery of inclusive, sustainable services.
These efforts aim to enhance seniors’ independence and elevate their overall quality of life.

Mariam Mohammed Al Rumaithi, Director General of the Family Development Foundation, said,
“The inauguration of the Barakat Al Dar Social Club at Al Shiwayb Centre reflects the noble
values upheld by our wise leadership, led by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin
Zayed Al Nahyan, through various initiatives and development projects. It also underscores the
dedication of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Mother of the Nation, to the wellbeing of senior
citizens. Her forward-looking vision focuses on empowering seniors and enhancing their quality
of life by providing a safe, encouraging environment that allows them to continue giving and
actively engage in society.”

Al Rumaithi emphasised that the Barakat Al Dar Club is one of the foundation’s key initiatives as
part of its broader strategy to offer comprehensive and sustainable services for senior citizens.
As of 14th May 2025, the Barakat Al Dar Clubs had 3,536 registered members, and a total of
85,841 individuals had participated in and benefited from club activities across Abu Dhabi.

Al Rumaithi further highlighted that the club delivers a wide range of programmes tailored to the
health, psychological, and social needs of seniors. These programmes help promote their
integration into society, capitalise on their experience to support future generations, and
strengthen intergenerational respect and communication.

Al Rumaithi also explained that the selection of Al Shiwayb was based on a comprehensive field
study that assessed the needs of senior citizens in the region and identified priority areas for
development and services. The findings indicated an urgent need for a fully equipped social club
that delivers tailored services to this demographic, leading the foundation to implement the
project in a way that meets local needs and ensures balanced service provision across the
emirate.

Wafa Mohammed Al Ali, Director of the Family Development Department at FDF, reaffirmed the
foundation’s commitment to strengthening its social role through purposeful and strategic
partnerships with public and private entities. These collaborations aim to create an inclusive and
sustainable environment for senior citizens and residents alike, providing programmes and
services that enhance their quality of life and support their active participation in society.

Al Ali added that the Family Development Foundation had previously inaugurated Barakat Al Dar
Social Clubs in Al Mirfa and Al Wathba in 2022, followed by the opening of clubs in Al Sila'
and Al Ain in 2024. The most recent addition was the launch of the Ramah Club in 2025.

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