Services Available at Usha Charitable Trust
Usha Charitable Trust offers a comprehensive range of services aimed at the rehabilitation and empowerment of persons with disabilities. These services are provided by experienced professionals and are designed to address the medical, educational, and vocational needs of individuals with disabilities. Below is an overview of the key services available:
1. Special Outpatient Department (OPD)
When a child with a disability visits the institute, they are enrolled under the Special OPD services. Following a thorough assessment by trained professionals, the child is either admitted to the school or referred for further consultation and therapeutic services. The Special OPD includes:
- Physiotherapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech Therapy
- Audiology Intervention
- Psychological Assessment
- Medical Intervention
2. Special School
The Special School operates from 8 AM to 2 PM on working days, catering to children with mental retardation, hearing impairment, cerebral palsy, autism, and multiple disabilities. These children participate in regular activities and are integrated into a daycare program that fosters their development in a supportive environment.
3. Camps
Annual screening and awareness camps are organized in various locations to provide essential services to persons with disabilities and their families. These camps offer guidance, counseling, and short assessments, helping families understand and manage their children's needs. Camps are held in different areas of the Lucknow district to ensure broad access to these vital services.
4. Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) Programme
The CBR Programme delivers education, training, treatment, rehabilitation, care, and habilitation services to persons with disabilities in their local areas. Professionals conduct home visits to assess and provide necessary services. Follow-ups are regularly scheduled, and parents are encouraged to continue targeted activities at home. The CBR activities are carried out by the existing staff and trainees from various courses offered by the institute.
5. Awareness Programmes
Recognizing the need to create awareness about disabilities, the institute organizes a variety of awareness initiatives, including:
- Lectures, workshops, and meetings
- Debates and plays
- Information on benefits and concessions for disabled individuals
- Awareness of related topics such as AIDS, Reproductive and Child Health (RCH), Family Planning, and Human Rights
These programs aim to educate the community about the causes, nature, and management of disabilities, promoting integration and inclusion in society. Through these efforts, Usha Charitable Trust strives to improve the quality of life for persons with disabilities and their families.