Social welfare corporation Our Lady's Association ^None

Our Lady's Association is a Catholic social welfare corporation that was founded in 1898 by nuns who came to Japan to help those suffering from Hansen's disease. Today, the organization operates facilities for children in need of care, medical centers, nursing homes, and nurseries throughout Hokkaido to Amami Oshima. They provide services such as clothing, food, daily necessities, and financial support to those who have difficulty living independently. They also offer counseling on daily living and have established facilities to accommodate bereaved children, elders abandoned by the roadside, and medical treatment centers for the poor.