Differently Abled
Yayasan Saujana Hijrah
Asrama Bintang Rumah Wanita Cacat Infant Jesus Convent
Who are we We are a residential home for women aged 25 years and above with intellectual, physical and emotional difficulties. The home, began in 1914, provides for the residents basic education, artwork, drawing, house chores, gardening, craftwork and pet rearing. The get-together and dinner has been an annual affair for the old boys, in line with the Lasallian ideal of service to the community.
Asrama Cahaya Rumah Wanita Cacat Infant Jesus Convent
A non-profit home situated in KL for elderly women with disabilities ranging from hearing, speech and sight impairments to mental disabilities. Approximately 35 women above the age of 60. Most occupants have been with the home since they were young having been abandoned as children. Services Retired sisters/caretakers manage the home utilising savings from their working days. They also receive a limited sum from the welfare department and donations from the public. Despite their disabilities, the women make crafts (rugs, blanket, purses, bags, etc) for sale to raise funds for the home. We...
Society of Interpreters for the Deaf in Selangor and the Federal Territory (S.I.D)
History The Society of Interpreters for the Deaf in Selangor and the Federal Territory, more often known by its acronym S.I.D., is a registered non-profit and non-governmental voluntary organisation founded in 1990. S.I.D. takes on the mission to serve as interpreters on the educational, judicial and other various fronts to enable the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community an opportunity of equal rights and access to information and communication. S.I.D. also provides a platform for interpreters to share and exchange ideas on issues relating to interpreting. Our services Over the years S.I.D. has...
Tasputra Perkim
“A little Heaven for special children” There are 250,000 people with special needs in Malaysia, one percent of its population of around 25 million. The country’s large proportion of young people means many of those with special needs are children. Dedicated therapies and care can help these physically, visually or mentally disabled children to meet their full potential. Tasputra Perkim, founded in the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur in 1987, is a shining example of what is possible. The centre is run from a government-owned house in a quiet but central part of the city. The 50...
Yayasan Ipoh Bagi Orang Kurang Upaya Perak
Our vision To enhance the quality of Life and ‘Making Dreams a Reality’ for children and people with physical disabilities. Our mission To empower people and children with physical disabilities to lead meaningful and near normal lives through the multidisciplinary approach. To ease the trauma of being Disabled, either natural or acquired with the attendant feelings of hopelessness, despair, suicidal tendencies, ostracisation, dejection,frustration and even mistrust in God. To empower community caregivers, and family with rehabilitation skills and knowledge through appropriate...
Society of the Blind in Malaysia (SBM)
The Society of the Blind in Malaysia is a non-religious, non- political, national voluntary organisation of blind individuals of all races and from all walks of life in Malaysia dedicated to the task of securing equal rights and opportunities. Our objectives 1. To encourage blind people in Malaysia to work for their mutual socio-economic advancement and their common good. 2. To uphold the rights of blind people to live as participating and contributing citizens of this country and promote their legitimate interests. 3. To promote communication and understanding among members. 4. To promote...
Seri Mengasih Centre (Kota Kinabalu)
Seri Mengasih Centre is a special developmental centre located in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia providing a comprehensive range of training programmes for the intellectually and developmentally disabled and services for their families. It was established in 1981 as the first special school in the state of Sabah for children whose special requirements could not be met in mainstream schools. It was a project initiated by a group of volunteers in collaboration with the Sabah Mental Health Association and established by a Board of Management. A footballers’ changing room at the Likas Sports...
Persatuan Kebangsaan Pekak Malaysia
Who are we The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) is the nation’s premier civil rights organisation of, by and for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the United States of America. Established in 1880, the NAD was shaped by deaf leaders who believed in the right of the American deaf community to use sign language, to congregate on issues important to them, and to have its interests represented at the national level. These beliefs remain true to this day, with American Sign Language as a core value. The advocacy scope of the NAD is broad, covering a lifetime and impacting future...
Beautiful Gate Foundation Klang Centre
BACKGROUND/HISTORY Registration Number: 638388-A When Established: 06/1993 By Whom: Chinese Methodist Church In Malaysia The first Beautiful Gate Disabled People Caring Centre was established in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Subsequently, four other centres were set up in Kepong (Kuala Lumpur), Kampar (Perak), and Seremban (Negeri Sembilan) and Melaka. There are also two Group Home established in Balakong for ex-trainees to live independent lives. After 10 years, they were approved to register as “Beautiful Gate Foundation For The Disabled” on 30th December 2003. Their goal is to...
Beautiful Gate Foundation Melaka Centre
BACKGROUND/HISTORY Registration Number: 638388-A When Established: 06/1993 By Whom: Chinese Methodist Church In Malaysia The first Beautiful Gate Disabled People Caring Centre was established in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Subsequently, four other centres were set up in Kepong (Kuala Lumpur), Kampar (Perak), and Seremban (Negeri Sembilan) and Melaka. There are also two Group Home established in Balakong for ex-trainees to live independent lives. After 10 years, they were approved to register as “Beautiful Gate Foundation For The Disabled” on 30th December 2003. Their goal is to...
Beautiful Gate Foundation for the Disabled – Negeri Sembilan Centre
BACKGROUND/HISTORY Registration Number: 638388-A When Established: 06/1993 By Whom: Chinese Methodist Church In Malaysia The first Beautiful Gate Disabled People Caring Centre was established in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Subsequently, four other centres were set up in Kepong (Kuala Lumpur), Kampar (Perak), and Seremban (Negeri Sembilan) and Melaka. There are also two Group Home established in Balakong for ex-trainees to live independent lives. After 10 years, they were approved to register as “Beautiful Gate Foundation For The Disabled” on 30th December 2003. Their goal is to...
Beautiful Gate Foundation Perak Centre
BACKGROUND/HISTORY Registration Number: 638388-A When Established: 06/1993 By Whom: Chinese Methodist Church In Malaysia The first Beautiful Gate Disabled People Caring Centre was established in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Subsequently, four other centres were set up in Kepong (Kuala Lumpur), Kampar (Perak), and Seremban (Negeri Sembilan) and Melaka. There are also two Group Home established in Balakong for ex-trainees to live independent lives. After 10 years, they were approved to register as “Beautiful Gate Foundation For The Disabled” on 30th December 2003. Their goal is to...
Beautiful Gate Foundation Kepong Centre
BACKGROUND/HISTORY Registration Number: 638388-A When Established: 06/1993 By Whom: Chinese Methodist Church In Malaysia The first Beautiful Gate Disabled People Caring Centre was established in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Subsequently, four other centres were set up in Kepong (Kuala Lumpur), Kampar (Perak), and Seremban (Negeri Sembilan) and Melaka. There are also two Group Home established in Balakong for ex-trainees to live independent lives. After 10 years, they were approved to register as “Beautiful Gate Foundation For The Disabled” on 30th December 2003. Their goal is to...
Malaysian Braille Press
Mission Statement “MBP will try to ensure that Braille is made available where necessary, even at subsidised rates, to empower blind people to participate meaningfully in community concerns and promote their socio-economic advancement.” Objective To have a fully equipped Braille printing press to meet the needs of Braille users in the country. To provide a facility where organizations and individuals may receive prompt and reliable Braille transcription service. To ensure that blind people have access to the same information as their sighted counterparts when attending official...
Persatuan Penjagaan Kanak-Kanak Terencat Akal, Kuantan
History The centre was founded by Mr V. Rajamanikam, then with only seven children, the centre solely depended on public donations. Today, the centre accommodates almost 155 children with age-range that varies from 3 years to 51 years old. Despite having “adults” as our inmates, the centre still term them as “children”. The word “children” here is used loosely and it reflects the condition and the similar situation with which the young ones are facing. Most of the children are mentally disabled, meaning, they are unable to take care of themselves. Apart...