The Alamba Chethana Project: Empowering Spinal Cord Injured (SCI) Individuals
The Need for Residential Support for SCI Individuals
Spinal Cord Injured (SCI) youths face unique challenges, including limited mobility and the need for specialized living arrangements. Recognizing this, Alamba Charitable Trust has launched a pilot program aimed at providing wheelchair-accessible residential facilities for SCI individuals.
In partnership with Neo Motion Assistive Pvt. Ltd. (an IIT Madras incubation company) and Zomato, we are creating opportunities for SCI youth to work and earn a livelihood with dignity in an environment that caters to their needs.
The Success of Our Pilot Program
In May 2023, Alamba Charitable Trust took up the challenge of providing residential care for six SCI youths in need.
- These individuals were given a safe, wheelchair-accessible, and supportive living space.
- Within just three months, they achieved remarkable milestones, earning between I 30,000 and I 35,000.
This initiative has transformed their lives, instilling a renewed sense of hope and independence.
The Alamba Chethana Project: A Landmark Initiative
Building on the success of the pilot program, Alamba Chethana was launched in August 2023 as India’s first 32-bed facility dedicated to supporting SCI individuals. This initiative provides not only residential care but also opportunities for dignified employment.
Supported by Neo Motion and Zomato, this facility welcomes beneficiaries from Karnataka, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. It empowers them to lead independent lives while actively contributing to society.
Key Benefits for SCI Individuals
The Alamba Chethana program offers life-changing benefits:
- Financial Independence: Enables individuals to clear family liabilities and cover essential medical expenses such as urinary catheters and therapy.
- Improved Well-Being: Reduces bedridden conditions, dependency, and depression, leading to better mental health and self-confidence.
- Dignified Employment: Facilitates employment opportunities in a supportive environment with Zomato, where they are valued for their abilities.
Join Us in Empowering Lives
The Alamba Chethana project is more than just a program—it's a movement to uplift Spinal Cord Injured (SCI) individuals and help them live with dignity and independence. But we can’t do it alone. We need your support to make this initiative even more impactful.
How You Can Help
- Donate: Your contributions will directly support residential facilities, medical expenses, and skill-building initiatives for SCI individuals.
- Volunteer: Share your time and skills to mentor, train, or assist beneficiaries in their journey towards independence.
- Partner with Us: Corporates and organizations can join hands with us to create more livelihood opportunities for SCI individuals.
Every small action has the power to make a big difference. Together, let’s build a more inclusive society where everyone has the chance to thrive.
