Port Blair, 12 July 2024, In a significant step towards empowering individuals with disabilities, the Composite Regional Centre (CRC) A&N Islands distributed Aids and appliances ADIP Scheme (Scheme of Assistance to Persons with Disabilities for Purchase/Fitting of Aids /Appliances). The distribution took place at Abghyuday Complex for Children, Children with Disabilities and Old age in Ferrargunj, Directorate of Social Welfare, Andaman & Nicobar Administration aiming to enhance the quality of life for the inmates.
Mrs.Sumithamol, Director, CRC A&N Islands, Mrs. Sheela, Supervisor , Abbyuday home, Ferrargunj, Mr.T.Y.Abid, Lecturer in Physiotherapy and Mrs.Saranyah.R.K, Rehabilitation Officer, CRC A&N Islands involved in making this event a success.
The inmates of old age home and children with disabilities received various aids and assistive devices tailored to their specific needs. These included wheelchairs, other mobility aids like tripod, walking stick, rollators and elbow crutch etc., and teaching learning materials as per the mental age of the children ensuring better accessibility and mobility for the beneficiaries. Totally, 25 beneficiaries are benefitted during this event after proper screening by professionals.