Initiator's Profile
Shelly Otasowie Ibadin, a native of Nigeria, is the visionary founder of The Horizon Foundation for Seniors (DHFS). She earned her medical degree (MBBS) from the University of Benin in Benin City, Nigeria, and later pursued a Master’s Degree in Public Health from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, USA.
Shelly’s passion for supporting the elderly stems from her childhood, where she always sought to bring happiness and satisfaction to seniors’ lives.
Shelly’s experience in geriatric care is extensive. She previously worked in the Geriatric Ward at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital. Additionally, she has volunteered her services to support the elderly population on multiple occasions, both in Nigeria and the United States.

A Mission Rooted in Compassion
The mission of the Horizon Foundation is to bring joy, fulfillment, dignity, and purpose to seniors’ lives.