Mission
Our mission
Create opportunities for older adults to enjoy active, connected lives through movement, friendship, creativity and shared experiences.
About ARS
A full life needs
people in it.
Arugbonshoge grew from a simple idea: later life should still hold friendship, purpose and things to look forward to.
Our story
What is Arugbonshoge?
ARS is a recreation, wellness and social community for older adults. Through shared activities, companionship and time together, we create opportunities to stay involved in the things that make life enjoyable.
Every person arrives with a lifetime of interests and stories. We start with that individuality, and room to choose how to take part.
Part of Hope for the Old Foundation
Arugbonshoge is a lifestyle and wellness initiative of Hope for the Old Foundation (HFTO). Our focus is community and everyday wellbeing. ARS is not a hospital, nursing home or independently licensed medical facility.
Why we exist
It started with
“companionship”.
When Hope for the Old Foundation asked older adults what they needed most, one answer stood out: companionship.
That answer helped shape ARS. After retirement, familiar routines and social circles can change. A place to meet, participate and be known can make a real difference to the week.
Everyone ages. Everyone deserves a community in which to thrive.
Our direction
Our purpose
Vision
Our vision
A Nigeria where older adults have places to belong, interests to pursue and the freedom to keep participating in life.
Our approach
Five parts of a full life.
Our activities consider the whole person, from the pleasure of moving to the comfort of being understood.
Physical wellbeing
Gentle movement and opportunities to stay involved.
Mental stimulation
Games, learning and room for curiosity.
Social connection
Conversations and shared experiences that build friendships.
Emotional wellbeing
Space to relax, express yourself and feel included.
Healthy nutrition
Enjoyable food and conversations about dietary preferences.
Healthy ageing
The UN Decade of Healthy Ageing, 2021–2030, calls attention to the lives of older people, their families and communities. ARS shares that interest in making later life more connected and fulfilling.
Our philosophy
Ageing should still
feel like living.
Relationships, movement, creativity and the chance to try something new don’t stop mattering as we get older. Our role is to make room for them.
What we stand for
Our values
Respect
Listen first. Respect each person’s choices and independence.
Belonging
Make people feel welcome and part of the community.
Joy
Leave room for laughter and the small pleasures of a day.
Purpose
Offer activities people want to come back to.
Wellness
Make time for movement, rest and connection.
Community
Build relationships through doing things together.
Our founder
Omowunmi Cosmas
Omowunmi Cosmas is the Founder and CEO of Arugbonshoge Limited and the founder of Hope for the Old Foundation.
Her work with older adults in Lagos spans more than a decade, including communities in Alimosho and VGC. Feeding support and companionship have been at the heart of that work.
She also brings corporate leadership experience as Deputy Managing Director of Magnum Gold Advertising Limited. Through ARS, she is building a dedicated place for older adults to connect, participate and enjoy life.
Founder & CEO, Arugbonshoge
Founder, Hope for the Old Foundation
A good place to begin
Find your place
in the ARS community.
Bring your parent. Meet the team. Take your time.