Educating and rehabilitating mentally challenged children

The milestone developments and Intellectual level will differ from each child. As per their level the special education and therapies has been given. The teaching aids should be designed according to the goal of the each child. The financial problem is the major phenomenon among our parents. Hence we request the educational support to the very deserving children. This support will give light to the life of an intellectually challenged. The foremost aim is to make the differently abled less dependent in the society.

The overall goal of the Opportunity school, Nappalayam Educational support to improve the quality of life for intellectually challenged children in socio-economic poor families in Thiruvallur District. 1. To maximize the development, potential and well being of persons with mentally challenged through quality services, and fulfill their aspiration of family and enable them to participate a fully as possible in society.

Parents themselves may refer other children to the Institute. Parents are given information about Madras Developmental Programming System, Behavioral scale and children assessed with the parents and Multi –Disciplinary team after selection. Monthly meetings are arranged with Parents and for stress release, stigma, Negative attitude, Balanced Diet etc. and help them to cope better. Parents are also given awareness and education on intellectual disability and its prevention. Parents are given awareness and education on behavioral problems of children and how to handle them. Parents are encouraged to contribute some amount towards the expenses of the child.