At Love and Acceptance NGO we are dedicated to serv people with spinal cord injuries and other disabilities. The NGO employs a four-pronged strategy to enhance the quality of life of beneficiaries.
The first prong of the strategy is to support beneficiaries' participation by providing them with essential medical accessories such as wheelchairs, pressure relief cushions, catheters, transfer aids, orthotics, and breathing aids are crucial for people with spinal cord injuries.
These accessories assist with daily living and help maintain overall health and well-being. Wheelchairs provide mobility and independence, while pressure relief cushions prevent pressure sores. Catheters are required to manage bladder and bowel function, and transfer aids assist with transfers.
Orthotics stabilise joints, and breathing aids may be necessary for respiratory issues. Overall, medical accessories play an essential role in the care of people with spinal cord injuries, enabling individuals to maintain their independence, manage their health, and participate fully in daily life.
The second prong of the strategy is the rehabilitation centre for people with spinal cord injuries and other disabilities, which provides rehabilitation services to improve beneficiaries' mobility, functionality, and independence. At the rehab centre we support the rehabilitation process of individuals with disabilities through Physiotherapy, Occupational therapy, and Vocational training.
Physiotherapy is vital in restoring physical function and mobility to individuals with disabilities. Physiotherapists use various techniques such as exercise, manual therapy, and electrotherapy to manage and alleviate pain, prevent deformity, and improve movement.
Occupational therapy focuses on improving an individual's ability to perform daily activities, such as self-care, work, and leisure. Occupational therapists work with individuals to develop skills, adapt to their environment, and use assistive devices to promote independence.
Vocational training is essential in enabling individuals with disabilities to achieve economic independence. Through vocational training, individuals can acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to secure and maintain employment. This, in turn, can help them lead a fulfilling and productive life.
Overall, Physiotherapy, Occupational therapy, and Vocational training are essential in promoting the physical, mental, and social well-being of individuals with disabilities. These services can improve an individual's overall quality of life by enabling them to achieve greater independence, participate in daily activities, and contribute to society.
The third prong of the strategy is to assist beneficiaries in constructing in-house accessible toilets, which are essential for people with disabilities as they promote urinary tract infection (UTI) protection and smooth functioning of wheelchair users. The construction of accessible toilets aligns with the Government of India's Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.
Considering the limited resources and skills at their disposal many people with disabilities are forced to hardly make their both ends meet. So the fourth prong of the strategy is to offer vocational training to beneficiaries to equip them with skills that enable them to live economically independent lives.
Wheelchair accessible toilets are an important necessity for people with disabilities. They provide a safe and secure environment for people who use wheelchairs or have other mobility impairments to use the restroom independently. These toilets are designed with features such as grab bars, handrails, and non-slip floors to ensure that people with disabilities can use them safely. Accessible toilets promote dignity and independence, which are essential to improving the quality of life for people with disabilities.
Furthermore, accessible toilets help prevent health issues that may arise from inadequate toilet facilities, such as urinary tract infections and constipation. Accessible toilets also enable social participation, allowing people with disabilities to attend events and participate in activities that require the use of a restroom. They are required by law in many countries, and non-compliance can result in legal penalties.
In summary, wheelchair accessible toilets are essential for ensuring that people with disabilities have equal access to public facilities and can live with dignity, safety, and independence. Accessible toilets are an important step towards a more inclusive and accessible society.
Here at L&A we are trying to make a meaningful impact in the lives of people with spinal cord injuries and other disabilities. The organisation's four-pronged strategy could be a model for other organisations seeking to improve the lives of people with disabilities.
What is Love and Acceptance NGO?
Love and Acceptance (Reg. 35/2014) is an NGO from Tripur, Tamilnadu that strives to promote social inclusion and equal rights for persons with disabilities. We run a rehabilitation centre, distribute catheters, and offer employment support to help individuals with disabilities lead more fulfilling lives. We work tirelessly to remove barriers that prevent persons with disabilities from fully engaging in their communities.
NGO is the brainchild of Dr Lalith Kumar Natarajan, who himself is a spinal injured person and Disability rights activist, Ted speaker.
Love and Acceptance is a non-profit organisation, founded by Dr. Lalit Kumar Natarajan dedicated to improving the lives of persons with disabilities. In addition to our rehabilitation centre, where we provide various forms of therapy and support, we also distribute catheters to those who need them and offer employment support to help individuals with disabilities lead more fulfilling lives. Now, we are embarking on a new initiative to construct 50 accessible toilets in the homes of persons with disabilities, to provide them with the dignity, independence, and comfort they deserve.
All the donations made to the organisation are eligible for tax deductions under 80G of the Income Tax Act.
How will your donations be utilised?
WE PROMISE, Your donations will reach where they're most needed.
Bedsores are a serious health issue for people with disabilities, and surgery may be necessary for severe cases that have not responded to other treatments. Surgical options include flap surgery, in which healthy tissue from another part of the body is moved to cover the wound, or skin grafts, in which a piece of skin from another part of the body is used to cover the wound.
constructing in-house accessible toilets for persons with disabilities particularly who can not move without a wheelchair.
Assisting people with disabilities in finding and maintaining employment is an important aspect of promoting inclusion and equality.
Why your should support is so crucial?
When the aspirations and dreams of persons with physical or cognitive impairments interact with the surrounding physical environment and attitudes of people, disability is born. We are trying to solve some of the everyday problems of persons with impairments that restrict their fullest participation.
However, we cannot do this alone. We need your help to make this project a reality. Your contribution, no matter how small, can make a significant difference in the lives of people with disabilities. We urge you to donate generously to our campaign and help us make accessible toilets a reality for everyone.
We would also like to inform you that all donations made to Love and Acceptance are eligible for tax benefits under section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961. You can claim deductions up to 50% of your donation amount.
Let us come together and create a world where everyone can use a restroom with dignity and independence, even in the comfort of their own homes. Thank you for your support!
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Love and Acceptance is an NGO based in Tiruppur, Tamilnadu, that is dedicated to promoting social inclusion and equal rights for people with disabilities. Our mission is to unite the hands of the global community to serve humanity and enable individuals with physical challenges to live a life with dignity. We offer a range of services, including running a residential rehabilitation center for people with spinal cord injuries, distributing catheters, and providing employment support to help individuals with disabilities lead fulfilling lives. Our founder, Dr. Lalith Kumar Natarajan, is a spinal injured person and disability rights activist who has delivered a Ted talk on the subject. We are constantly working to remove barriers that prevent persons with disabilities from fully participating in their communities.
Contact Person: DR DURAI MURUGAN
Email: d.murugan@tcs.com
Phone: 9597179944
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