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This study explores the socio-economic backgrounds and reasons behind the residence of elderly individuals at Shanti Old Age Home, located in Choraikhola, Kokrajhar district, BTR, Assam. In India, the elderly population has been gradually increasing, leading to caregiving challenges, especially as family dynamics have undergone significant changes due to urbanization, industrialization, migration, the market economy, and the erosion of traditional value systems. As a result, many elderly individuals may experience loneliness or inadequate care at home. In response to this, we have seen the birth of old age home which provide a solution by offering medical assistance, recreational activities, companionship, and a structured routine for seniors. Shanti Old Age Home, administered by the Peace Foundation Choraikhola and registered under number RS/KJR/253/U/18-20-21, currently has five inmates, each with a unique personal story that led them to reside there. The study employs a qualitative and exploratory approach, utilizing primary data gathered through field visits with open-ended questionnaires, along with secondary sources such as books and research papers.