
Tsunami: Disaster to Development
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The tsunami that swept across Asia in December 2004 was one of the worst natural disasters of modern times. Thanks to your generosity, Help the Aged and our partners were able to help more than 200,000 older people and we remain committed to long-term development work.
On these pages, older people tell in words and pictures how they have rebuilt their lives in the wake of the disaster.
These galleries illustrate how communities have moved 'from disaster to development'.
This short film shows how we have supported older people to rebuild their lives in the wake of disaster.
An overview of our emergency relief and long-term development work, and our plans for the future.
Case studies from India and Sri Lanka showing survivors who have got back on their feet.