Community Based Rehabilitation project Funded by Sarvodaya Netherlands

Speech and Physiotherapy Clinics

Under the CBR Project, implemented by Sarvodaya Suwasetha Sewa Society, we are continuously conducting speech and physiotherapy clinics to support special needs children and adults from low-income families. These clinics are carried out in both Kalutara and Galle districts, providing essential therapeutic services to improve mobility, communication skills, and overall well-being. Each year, we conduct 128 clinics, with six clinics held every month, ensuring consistent and accessible support for our community.

Counselling/ awareness program

Under the Sarvodaya Parental Counseling Program, guidance is provided to parents by examining their basic problems and providing them with the necessary counseling to develop the skills needed for their lives. Additionally, psychological counseling was provided to them to address their issues with their parents.

The special subject areas in which basic guidance was provided to children with disabilities are as follows. 

·        Providing guidance for the development of self-help skills

·        Providing guidance for the management of behavioral problems

·        Providing guidance for the development of social skills

·        Providing guidance for the development of communication skills

·        Providing guidance for transition to future careers

Also for parents,

·        Providing advice on stress management

·          Providing guidance by discussing parenting problems (parental disputes and maintaining peace in the family)

·         Providing tips for careers

·        Educating parents on the importance of raising children, nutrition, and medication

Guidance for children in developing the following skills necessary for future social life,

·        Development of self-motivated skills

·          Development of communication skills

·          Development of social skills 

·          Introduction to the world of work

·        Educational and academic skills, are currently being carried out continuously through these sessions.

               K.P.Maheshika Senior Lecturer (Primary & Special Education) MNCOE - Maharagama

Other Support Services

•        Delivered multiple support services to low-income families caring for a child or elder with special needs.

•        Services provided included:

              Dry rations

              Diapers

              Handicap equipment and assistive devices

              Educational support for special-needs children

              Support for new self-employment opportunities

              Support for ongoing self-employment activities

•        These services helped strengthen family wellbeing and reduce the financial burden on caregivers.

Providing dry rations

Providing Diapers

PROVIDING HANDICAP EQIPMENTS & ASSETIVE DEVICES 

Educational support for special need children

support for new & ongoing self-employments