Tavarakere, also written Tavarekere, is an older neighbourhood in south Bengaluru between BTM Layout, Koramangala and S G Palya, with Tavarakere Main Road running towards the Hosur Road. Its narrow streets, small shops, churches and temples give it the feel of the Bangalore of a few decades ago, though it now sits in the middle of the city's busiest southern districts. Note that there is also a Tavarekere village off Magadi Road on the west side of Bengaluru; the home on this page is in the southern one, in Kaveri Layout.
For senior living in Tavarakere, the key strengths are central location and nearby hospitals. Elkin lists one home here, a church-run pay-and-stay home with a long record.
Cleta's Home for the Aged
Cletas Home for Aged was established in 1992 and is managed under the Archdiocese of Bangalore by the Augustinian sisters, at St Augustine Nivas in Tavarakere. It is a recognised social service home that works on a pay-and-stay basis, meaning residents pay a monthly fee for their room, meals and care.
Cleta's suits seniors who are mostly able to manage but should not live alone. Daily life includes:
- 24-hour basic care from trained caregivers,
- help with personal hygiene,
- daily health monitoring and on-call medical support,
- nutritional management and a common dining area,
- spiritual support, with a chapel and prayer area on site, and
- social and recreational activities, so residents have company through the day.
Rooms are simply furnished, well ventilated and kept clean by the housekeeping team. The campus is safe and gated, with care staff on duty round the clock. Cleta's is a modest, warm home rather than a luxury community, and many families value it for exactly that reason.
For seniors who need full nursing or dementia care, compare assisted living homes in Bengaluru.
Homes run by religious congregations usually have a sister in charge who meets every family before admission. Expect to share a recent medical report, a photo ID and the name of a relative who will stay in touch and handle hospital visits if needed. Places in long-established homes like Cleta's can be limited, so ask whether there is a waiting list and how long it usually is. If your parent needs care right away, Elkin can suggest a nearby home for the interim.
Why Tavarakere is convenient
- Hospitals. St John's Medical College Hospital in Koramangala and NIMHANS on Hosur Road are both close, and the Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences is a short drive away near BTM Layout. That is an unusually strong set of hospitals for a low-cost home.
- Central location. Koramangala, BTM Layout, Jayanagar and the city centre are all near, so families across south and central Bengaluru can visit easily.
- Metro. The Yellow Line's BTM Layout and Jayadeva Hospital stations are within reach, as is Central Silk Board.
- Faith and community. The neighbourhood has churches, temples and mosques, and residents of every faith are welcome at Cleta's.
Approximate costs in Tavarakere
Church-run pay-and-stay homes are among the most affordable ways to get round-the-clock care in central Bengaluru. As a rough guide, a place in a home like this costs about ₹15,000 to ₹30,000 a month, depending on the room and the care required, and some homes ask for a refundable deposit at admission. Private assisted living in south Bengaluru, by comparison, usually costs about ₹35,000 to ₹75,000 a month. These ranges are approximate; confirm the current fee, deposit and admission criteria with the home. Our guide on old age home entry fees versus monthly charges explains the usual fee structures.
Old age homes and other choices near Tavarakere
If you searched for an old age home in Tavarakere or BTM Layout, compare these nearby options:
- Senior living on Bannerghatta Road, with a pure-vegetarian home in BTM Layout that cares for bedridden seniors.
- Senior living in HSR Layout, east of Silk Board, with a trust home for bedridden residents.
- Senior living in Arekere, further down Bannerghatta Road, with assisted living and respite stays.
- All senior living homes in Bengaluru.
Elkin's advisors can arrange a visit to Cleta's Home and explain the admission steps. Call or WhatsApp +91 95005 10506 (10 AM to 8 PM IST).
