Family Development Foundation Opens Barakat Aldar Club for Seniors at Al Showaib

Post by : Elena Malik

Photo : Abu Dhabi Media Office

The Family Development Foundation (FDF), guided by Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak—Mother of the Nation and Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union—has opened a new social club called Barakat Al Dar at the Al Shiwayb Centre. This club is meant for senior citizens, residents, and those nearing retirement to help them stay active and supported.

The main goal of the club is to create a friendly and safe place where older people can take part in activities that improve their mental, social, cultural, and physical health. It also offers services to help them use technology better and supports their families and caregivers by sharing useful knowledge and skills.

Ali Salem Al Kaabi, Chairman of FDF’s Board of Trustees, praised Her Highness Sheikha Fatima’s strong support for senior citizens. He said she believes seniors are an important part of society and should be respected and empowered to keep contributing in ways that honor their dignity and meet their changing needs.

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Al Kaabi added that the Barakat Al Dar Club is an excellent example of community care. It provides many programs that cover health, culture, and recreation, designed to meet the various needs of older people. The club reflects the UAE’s leadership vision of social unity and respect between generations, making sure the knowledge and experience of seniors are valued.

He also said the foundation is committed to creating new programs for seniors based on the best global practices. The club’s activities and awareness programs are designed to meet seniors’ wishes and help them stay involved in society. These efforts aim to help seniors live more independently and improve their overall well-being.

Mariam Mohammed Al Rumaithi, Director General of the Family Development Foundation, explained that opening the Barakat Al Dar Social Club at Al Shiwayb Centre shows the caring values of the UAE’s leadership, led by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. It also highlights the dedication of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima to making sure seniors live well. Her vision is to give seniors a safe and encouraging space where they can continue to contribute and be active in the community.

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Al Rumaithi said that Barakat Al Dar is one of many important projects by the foundation to offer lasting and complete services for older adults. By May 2025, more than 3,500 members had joined the Barakat Al Dar Clubs, with almost 86,000 people taking part in activities across Abu Dhabi.

She added that the club offers many programs tailored to seniors’ health, mental, and social needs. These programs help seniors stay connected with society, share their experience to help younger generations, and build respect and communication between different age groups.

The choice of Al Shiwayb for the new club came after a careful study showed that seniors in this area needed a special place with services just for them. The foundation made sure the club meets local needs and balances services across the emirate.

Wafa Mohammed Al Ali, Director of the Family Development Department at FDF, said the foundation is working hard with public and private partners to create a welcoming and lasting environment for seniors and residents. They want to offer programs that improve life quality and encourage seniors to stay active in their communities.

Al Ali also mentioned that the foundation had already opened Barakat Al Dar Clubs in other areas like Al Mirfa, Al Wathba, Al Sila’, and Al Ain over the last few years. They also recently launched the Ramah Club in 2025. She confirmed the foundation’s promise to keep supporting seniors by providing safe places that promote their mental and social health and help them stay involved in society.

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