FOUNDATION FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITY

Provides evidence-based, holistic support to persons with disabilities while strengthening the capacity of healthcare workers and educators in public health and education systems.

Implements programs aimed at improving the quality of life for children and youth with disabilities across their developmental stages, including screening, registration, health, education, and social protection linkages.

Established and operates a rehabilitation center in Mashimoni Village, Kibera, providing services to children with special needs since March 2012.

Established 71 CARE support groups in Nairobi and Kajiado Counties, equipping 574 caregivers with skills in home-based therapy, responsive caregiving, and psychosocial resilience.

Trained and deployed 621 community health promoters in Kajiado and Nairobi Counties to conduct disability identification, referrals, and individualized rehabilitation planning.

Mobilized emergency relief during floods in Nairobi and developed accessible home-based learning materials during COVID-19 school closures to ensure continuity of care and education for persons with disabilities.

Empowered 835 young women with disabilities through training, coaching, and mentorship in digital and employability skills, achieving 90% program completion and 76% uptake in creating online work accounts.

Implements safeguarding protocols across operational communities to protect children, youth, and vulnerable adults, including safe mechanisms for reporting concerns without fear of retribution.

Partnered with Nairobi County to establish the Riruta Hospital Rehabilitative Unit in Dagoretti North Sub-County, delivering physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and psychosocial support at the community level.

Reached 484 mothers through 14 health facilities and 45,150 caregivers through community outreach, CARE groups, and home visits to improve maternal and child health and reduce disability risks.

Strengthened inclusive early learning environments for 10,998 learners across 67 schools in Nairobi and Kajiado by training over 500 teachers in inclusive pedagogy and providing accessible learning materials across multiple counties.

Supported 10,000 learners with disabilities, including 30% girls, across 35 special secondary schools by providing inclusive STEM education using adapted resources and practical teaching methods.