🌟 Second Innings

Second Innings is an all-in-one web application designed to simplify the process of finding old-age homes while introducing a unique Parent Adoption feature. Built using React, this platform bridges the gap between elderly individuals in need of care and compassionate individuals or families willing to support them.

✨ Key Features

✅ Old-Age Home Directory – Easily search and explore verified old-age homes with details and reviews.

✅ Parent Adoption Program – A dedicated feature allowing individuals to support or “adopt” elderly persons in need.

✅ Community & Support – Connect with caregivers, volunteers, and organizations offering assistance.

✅ Secure & User-Friendly – Intuitive interface with accessibility in mind for both elders and adopters.

✅ Interactive Maps – Locate nearby old-age homes, volunteers, and NGOs with an integrated mapping system.

🚀 This project aims to enhance elderly care accessibility while promoting a culture of compassion and inclusivity.

🛠 Tech Stack

Frontend:

• ⚛ React – For building the user interface.
• 🎨 Tailwind CSS – For a modern and responsive design.

Backend (Planned):

• 🏗 Node.js & Express.js – For API development.
• 🗄 MongoDB or PostgreSQL – For efficient data storage and retrieval.
• 🔐 JWT Authentication – To ensure secure user access.

Additional Integrations:

• Maps API – To visualize locations of old-age homes and volunteers.
• 📩 Email & Notification System – To enhance communication between users.

🚀 Installation & Setup

Follow these steps to set up and run the project locally:

Prerequisites

• 📌 Ensure you have Node.js and npm (or yarn) installed.

Steps

1. Clone the Repository:

git clone https://github.com/Souvik34/Second-Innings.git

2. Navigate to the Project Directory:

cd Second-Innings/client

3. Install Dependencies:

npm install

or

yarn install

4. Start the Development Server:

npm run dev

or

yarn dev

Backend Setup

1. Navigate to the Backend Directory:

   cd ../server

2. Install Dependencies:

npm install

3. Set Up Environment Variables: Create a .env file in the server directory and configure the required variables (e.g., database URL, JWT secret, etc.).

4. Start the Backend Server:

   npm run dev

5. Open in Browser: The application will run at http://localhost:3000/.

Screenshot

🌍 Open Source Contribution

Second Innings is an open-source project, and we welcome contributions from the community! 🏆

📜 Contribution Guidelines:

1. Fork & Clone the repository.
2. Create a new branch for your feature or fix.
3. Follow clean code practices and ensure proper documentation.
4. Submit a pull request to the dev-Souvik branch for review.
5. Wait for approval before merging. 🚀

💡 Looking for contributors interested in:

• UI/UX improvements
• Backend development
• API integrations
• Bug fixes & optimizations

📬 Get Involved!

If you're passionate about making a difference in elderly care, join us in building Second Innings!
👨‍💻 Project Admin: @Souvik34
Feel free to star ⭐ the repository, share feedback, or contribute. Together, let's create a compassionate and inclusive platform! ❤️