Rehabilitation of PwD's
About This Programme
Enabling equal opportunities for the physically challenged in rural Visakhapatnam, BCTs rehabilitation program was established at the time of BCTs inception. Ensuring that the PwD community is not perceived as a burden on their family but receives equal opportunities, work is undertaken through a two-pronged approach: Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR) and Institution Based Rehabilitation (IBR). CBR operates in 12 mandals and takes care to the doorsteps of people in villages. IBR is offered through the Sri PV Venkatesan Center for the Challenged, which has been operational on campus since 2000.
Quick Snapshot
Program Focus
Rehabilitation & Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs)
Approach
Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) & Institution-Based Rehabilitation (IBR)
Rehabilitation Centre
Sri P. V. Venkatesan Centre for the Challenged (Established in 2000)
Target Beneficiaries
Children, Youth & Adults with Disabilities
Core Services
Physiotherapy, Education, Speech Therapy, Sign Language, Vocational Training, Assistive Devices, Livelihood Support
Outcome
Improved independence, inclusion, employability, and quality of life for Persons with Disabilities
Impact Stories from pwd-rehab
Real lives changed through this programme.
Key Highlights
Infrastructure & Facilities
PVV Center for the Challenged
Based on Panchadarla farm, the PV Venkatesan Center for the Challenged building is an example of innovative architecture. Well ventilated, the structure has classrooms on one side and an auditorium on the other. Students have a speech therapy lab, audio visual training tools and a tailoring unit as well. Audio support is offered through a group hearing aid system. Students have also been provided hearing aids from AMTZ, Steelplant and other donors.
How We Work
Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR)
Delivering rehabilitation services directly in villages through physiotherapy, disability assessment, assistive devices, home-based support, awareness programmes, and facilitation of government welfare schemes.
Institution-Based Rehabilitation (IBR)
Providing residential education and holistic rehabilitation at the Sri P. V. Venkatesan Centre through specialised care, therapy, life skills, and inclusive learning environments.
Physiotherapy & Assistive Services
Offering physiotherapy, prosthetic and orthotic services, mobility aids, hearing aids, and rehabilitation equipment to improve functional independence.
Inclusive Education & Communication
Supporting academic learning through visual teaching methods, sign language, speech therapy, audio-visual learning tools, and digital literacy to enhance communication and educational outcomes.
Vocational Skills & Livelihoods
Training beneficiaries in tailoring, embroidery, horticulture, agriculture, computer skills, and other market-oriented trades that promote self-employment and sustainable livelihoods.
Social Inclusion & Entitlements
Facilitating access to disability certificates, concession passes, medical care, government schemes, community participation, and social integration to ensure equal opportunities and dignity.
Life Skills, Sports & Cultural Development
Encouraging participation in cultural events, sports, celebrations, competitions, and leadership activities that build confidence, creativity, teamwork, and community engagement.
Partnerships & Capacity Building
Collaborating with government agencies, healthcare institutions, corporate partners, and international organisations to strengthen rehabilitation services, infrastructure, and long-term support systems.
Highlights
Sign language class
Our Impact
25+
Years in service
12 mandals
CBR services
Photo Gallery
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