Children with Disabilities
The children with disabilities department (formerly Children with Special Abilities) was established after a realization that children with disabilities in Lungalunga were being excluded from the mainstream of society, Children with disabilities were completely confined in their homes often neglected and could not access health services and educational opportunities which hindered their progress into becoming self reliant individuals. With a team of two cordinators, three occupational therapists and twelve (12) social workers, we collaborate with government ministries, lead agencies and partner organizations to ensure that all children with disabilities in our program area access weekly therapies and inclusive education. Currently, 112 children with intellectual disabilities are benefiting from our quality improvement program in six (6) special school units and over 140 access occupational therapy services. Research, health, social inclusion, inclusive education and economic empowerment are the key pillars for our programs. Through accessibility, individualized care and collaboration, we aim to create a supportive environment where children with disabilities can thrive and reach their full potential.
Occupational Therapies
The Occupational Therapy caters for children with physical disabilities. Currently, KidsCare has 75 children in the occupational therapy program. Therapy is offered three times a week at KidsCare’s facility. The occupational therapist also conducts home based therapy when there is need. During therapy parents are offered counseling (both in group and one-on-one) which is conducted by a social worker. The occupational therapist also conducts assessments and does referrals where necessary to other service providers e.g. APDK (Association for the Physically Disabled of Kenya) in special cases like corrective surgery or for assitive devices or Msambweni hospital in case a child needs a physician’s attention. The occupational therapist also conducts referrals to Msambweni hospital in case a child needs a physician’s attention. KidsCare’s social workers plan and initiate awareness meeting in the Lunga-Lunga Sub-County location. The goal of these meeting is to reduce stigma and to create awareness on disabilities. Together with KidsCare’s stakeholders and other partners, KidsCare aims at bettering the life of children with special abilities in Lunga-Lunga Sub-County.
More information about our homecare services for Children with Special Abilities (CSA) can be found in this Presentation.
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Partners
KidsCare believes that by working together we can achieve a higher result. Therefore, KidsCare Kenya wants to cooperate with all organizations who share the vision and mission of KidsCare, to give children their basic right.
“We know that every life is precious, every life is priceless, and every life has something to offer. This is our unique perspective, our initiative, and we invite all to join us create a better and lasting future, for the children of tomorrow.” – KidsCare Kenya
