We provide the following programmes for Person With Disabilities:

1. RESIDENTIAL CARE

A 22 bed facility caters for 22 permanent residents with multiple disabilities who mainly come from less fortunate backgrounds. All residents’ dietary, social, educational, physiotherapy and medical needs are met by the Home. Where possible - parents and relatives are involved.
Permanent staffing includes;

• 2 Registered Nurses
• 1 Nurse aide
• 11 Carers on 24hr shift
• 1 Laundress
• 1 qualified Chef and
• 1 Kitchen Hand.

Buildings consist of 3 Units with own double shower and toilet facilities all wheelchair accessible. A commercial size kitchen prepares and serves 3 full meals daily for all residents.

2. SPECIAL EDUCATION

At the beginning of 2004, our Special Education program became a fully registered school. With a current base of 150 students aged between 6 and 18, we cater for children suffering from all forms of physical and mental disabilities.
Staffing consists of;

• 1 Programme Coordinator
• 1 Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) Officer who is also the senior teacher
• 4 Special Education Teachers, 1 of whom is an External Resource Officer.

At our school, 3 Early Learning classes made up of a maximum of 15 pupils are privileged with one on one tutoring. School hours are as set by the Education Department with 4 Terms per school year. Pupils are assessed and upon teachers recommendations are then integrated into mainstream Elementary and Primary Schools.

In the latter part of 2007, we began an In-service programme targeted at integrated/non-integrated mainstream public schools within NCD to promote and employ the principles and practices of Inclusive Education. This programme is to assist public school teachers to become better equipped to identify and cater for students with special needs. Our External Resource Officer will provide constant support to schools that are signed up under this programme and are currently undertaking a full 21 session In-service programme.

Click here for a brief explanation on inclusive education.

3. PHYSIOTHERAPY

With a service user base of 40, we are currently staffed by one Physio aide with public sessions conducted every Tuesday and Thursday here at the Home. With a physiotherapy unit armed with just basic equipment, we are seeking funding to restore this vital service which plays an extremely vital role in the rehabilitation of people with disabilities both centre and community based.