ABOUT US

Founded in 2016, Hands That Heal Animal Care Foundation is a sanctuary for destitute and injured animals. Located on the outskirts of Panvel near the Karnala Bird Sanctuary, we provide care, nourishment, and a loving home for abandoned, sick, and injured animals.

We rescue animals from unfortunate situations, providing them with essential medical care and rehabilitation. Our goal is to find them carefully screened, well-matched homes. Hands That Heal Animal Care Foundation was founded by Ms. Anamika Chowdhury, who has been rescuing and feeding animals for over 20 years. Today, she cares for more than 800 animals at the shelter. Before establishing this sanctuary, she nurtured rescues in her Navi Mumbai apartment. However, as the number of rescues grew, she rented a farmhouse near Karnala, Panvel, to give them a safer and more spacious home.

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Our Mission

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Rescue

At Hands That Heal, we receive dozens of calls daily seeking shelter for injured animals. Our mission is to help every animal in need, making their well-being our top priority. Above all, Hands That Heal is a sanctuary dedicated to the care and recovery of sick and injured animals.

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Awareness Building and Community Feeding

At Hands That Heal, we believe that large-scale care and support for stray animals are only possible through public participation. To achieve this, we conduct medical workshops for activists and volunteers, organize fundraisers, and support community feeders, encouraging people to feed strays in their localities. Additionally, we have established an operation theatre to neuter and spay animals, ensuring a healthier and better life for our community strays.

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Rehabilitation and Adoption

We provide these animals with a safe and comfortable shelter, proper medical treatment, necessary medications, and, most importantly, love. Additionally, we organize regular adoption camps to help them find caring forever homes.

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As expected, many ask me—why do I do this? There isn’t just one answer, but hundreds. After rescuing my first dog and falling in love with her, I found my calling. Seeing the innocence in these animals and the unconditional love they offer, I can only say—they are more than just rescues; they are family.

Caring for such a large family is a tremendous task, but I do it with all my heart. Funds are always tight, and we constantly find ways to manage. Yet, with the dedication of my staff, a small group of well-wishers, and my human family, we keep this proverbial Ark afloat.

Ms. Anamika Chowdhury

Founder, Hands That Heal Animal Care Foundation

MEET OUR AWESOME TEAM

Anamika Chowdhury

Founder & Chairman

Benaifer Vikramsey

Secretary

Amit Ghosh

Trustee

Tanvi Amberkar

Treasurer

Nirman Chowdhury

Trustee

The Hands That Heal family is big, and we are deeply grateful to all our volunteers, donors, and well-wishers. Running the shelter and our feeding operations would not be possible without our dedicated team. A heartfelt thank you to our patrons, Mr. Hemant Sapre & Mrs. Supriya Sapre, who have been our guardian angels, always supporting us when we need it the most.

Lions Club Of Mulund

Lions Club members are known for their dedication to serving communities, and the members of Lions Club, Mulund, were deeply moved after witnessing the condition of our rescued animals and hearing their stories. In 2020, they stepped forward to help us by building sheds for our rescued cows, goats, donkeys, horses, and other injured large animals. Their generous support also included donating two refrigerators for storing vaccines and vegetables, a deep freezer, and streetlights for our shelter. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the Lions Club members who continue to support our cause whenever possible. A special thanks to our dear friend and patron, Mrs. Bina Khona, whose unwavering support made this possible.

Priyamitra Foundation

Priyamitra Foundation strongly believes in helping those in need. Many of the animals that arrive at our shelter require urgent medical attention, including surgeries for cancer, accident-related injuries, and amputations. With our veterinary bills mounting, Priyamitra Foundation stepped in to support us by covering critical medical expenses and raising funds for the completion of our dog shelter. Their generosity extended beyond medical aid—they helped clear our vegetable and fodder bills for large animals, birds, and rabbits, and also arranged rice for our furry family. We are deeply grateful to Mr. Dipesh Mehta and Mrs. Vibha Mehta of Priyamitra Foundation for their unwavering support in helping sick and injured animals. Our immense gratitude also goes to Mr. Bhavin Sheth for his dedication in coordinating with vendors, doctors, and donors, ensuring that no animal was ever compromised. You truly are one of a kind.

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Email: handsthatheal.in@gmail.com
Phone: +91 7718982119

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