At St. Joseph’s Pain and Palliative Care Centre in Dimapur, healing is measured not only by recovery, but by compassion, dignity and hope. Operating under a unique ‘no bill’ policy, the centre provides free or affordable care to terminally ill patients, stroke survivors, the elderly and those abandoned by circumstance.

Advisor to Chief Minister and Chairman IDAN, Abu Metha appointed Ambassador of St. Joseph Palliative Care Nagaland on 23 November 2023. Mr. Metha acknowledged the privilege and honour of undertaking this role. He emphasized the significance of the challenge ahead and thanked the Catholic Community for entrusting him with this

Advisor to the Chief Minister, Abu Metha, visited St. Joseph Pain & Palliative Care Trust, Chümoukedima, on 1st November 2026. The Centre, run by the Medical Sisters of St. Joseph under the Catholic Diocese of Kohima, provides compassionate care and support to patients with serious and life-limiting illnesses.During his visit,

On 31st December 2022, St. Joseph Pain & Palliative Care Centre was honored to receive a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Wati Aier, NCS, Deputy Commissioner of Kiphire, along with Rev. Fr. Joe Mariadas. The guests toured the Centre, interacted with the sisters, staff, and patients, and appreciated the compassionate

St. Joseph Pain & Palliative Care Centre was featured in an interview by NE 8 Channel under the theme “Care with a Human Touch.” During the interview, the palliative care team shared the Centre’s mission of providing compassionate, holistic, and dignified care to patients with serious and life-limiting illnesses.The team

On 14 June 2026, St. Joseph Pain & Palliative Care Centre was blessed to welcome members of Shekinah Glory Prayer Centre. The visiting team conducted a heartfelt session of praise and worship, followed by a time of fellowship with patients, caregivers, and staff.Through inspiring messages, songs, and prayers, they shared

St. Joseph Pain and Palliative Care centre celebrated World Hospice and Palliative Care Day 2025, under the theme “Achieving the promise: Universal Access to Palliative care” at its center on October 17 2025. Chief Guest Lhousito Khro, Chairman of Chümoukedima Town Council, shared his heartfelt appreciation after his first direct

St. Joseph Palliative Care Centre, Chumoukedima commemorated Palliative Day on October 14 2023 by highlighting on the significance of palliative care, especially in the context of Naga society. On the occasion, head of the Palliative Care Department at CIHSR, Nagaland, Dr. Tony Vikas Bishwas emphasized the vital difference between home

On April 24, 2025, Chief Minister of Nagaland, Shri. Neiphiu Rio inaugurated the state’s first full-fledged Palliative Care Centre in Chumoukedima. The program began with an invocation prayer by Fr. Anthony Dukru,Parish Priest of St. Joseph Parish followed by a welcome address from Sr. Miriam MSJ, Provincial Superior, and the

On 11th February 2025, World Day of the Sick was solemnly observed at our centre. The programs begin with an opening prayer led by Most Rev. Bishop Jose Mukala. This was followed by a welcome address delivered by Fr. Chacko Karinthayil. The program included a variety of performances and presentations: