Access to Health, Rehabilitation and Livelihoods project in Mumbai
This community based project provides vital health and rehabilitation services for 1,600 people with disabilities in urban Mumbai.
Key services include rehabilitation through physiotherapy and the provision of mobility aids, as well as information, guidance and counselling on livelihood opportunities. The project also seeks to reduce the stigma around disability, encourage sensitivity and generate awareness of issues faced by people with disabilities among service providers, families and the local population.
Siyon's story
Siyon Satamkar, 45, suffered a stroke 2 years ago. Due to ill health he can no longer earn an income to provide for his family. Siyon’s wife acts as his carer and his 16-year old son works part-time to supplement the family income and struggles to continue his education.
Siyon was identified as a vulnerable individual by the programme and his circumstances are being accessed in order to best meet his needs through a detailed plan of intervention. With WJR’s support Siyon will be provided with the care and rehabilitation required to improve his situation.
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