Establishing Divyang Seva Kendra across India
SAKSHAM is dedicated to creating an inclusive and empowering environment for persons with disabilities (PWDs). To enhance the quality of life for persons with disabilities (PWDs) and provide comprehensive rehabilitative support, SAKSHAM is running Divyang Seva Kendra (DSK) across India. Now SAKSHAM is expanding its network of DSK and is launching 300 new centers and strengthening existing ones, these hubs will provide crucial services to support the independence, dignity, and well-being of PWDs.
What We Offer
Our Divyang Seva Kendra delivers a wide range of services to address the unique needs of individuals with disabilities:
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Community Outreach & Awareness:
- Identifying PWDs through community surveys and outreach camps.
- Promoting prevention, early detection, and intervention to reduce the impact of disabilities.
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Early Intervention and Therapy:
- Offering early intervention services.
- Providing therapeutic support, including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy.
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Assistive Devices & Accessibility:
- Assessing, distributing, and maintaining assistive devices in collaboration with District Disability Rehabilitation Centers (DDRCs).
- Supporting individuals in obtaining mobility aids and appliances.
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Administrative Guidance:
- Helping with applications for disability certificates, bus passes, and government benefits.
- Facilitating access to concessions and special schemes for PWDs.
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Economic Empowerment:
- Providing resources and guidance for vocational training and job placement.
- Connecting individuals to loan opportunities for self-employment.
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Educational Support:
- Training teachers, families, and communities to create inclusive learning environments.
- Offering tailored vocational programs to empower PWDs with marketable skills.
- Identifying vocational opportunities based on local resources and providing training for economic independence.
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Counseling & Family Support:
- Delivering counseling services to address emotional and social challenges for PWDs and their families.
- Raising awareness about special schools, healthcare resources, and government programs.
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Creating Inclusive Spaces:
- Advocating for accessible infrastructure to ensure equal opportunities for all.
Measuring Impact
We are committed to transparency and accountability, with success tracked through these Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Disability certificates and UDID cards were issued.
- Assistive devices distributed and maintained.
- Number of PWDs receiving vocational training and employment.
- Individuals achieving self-reliance or accessing financial support.
- Participation in health initiatives like eye screening and blood donation camps.
- Beneficiaries covered under health and accident insurance.
- Access to education, pensions, and other essential services.
By providing holistic support through these Divyang Seva Kendra, SAKSHAM is committed to empowering persons with disabilities, fostering inclusivity, and enabling them to lead self-reliant and fulfilling lives.