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New Horizons Society (NHS) Early Intervention Centre
Who are we New Horizons was birthed as a result of the coming together of a group of like-minded individuals who saw a great need to provide practical help to an ever increasing number of children with learning disabilities. The Canning Garden EIP Centre opened in March 1995, providing an “early intervention programme” (or EIP) for children aged 6 months to 6 years old. Subsequently, the programme expanded to cater to young ‘home-based’ children who could not attend lessons at the centre due to various circumstances. Due to the high demand for services and long waiting list for...
Association of the Network for the Needs of Children with Disability (Perak)
The Association of the Network for the Needs of Children with Disability (Perak) is an organization based in Perak, Malaysia. It was officially registered by the Registrar of Societies in 1996. The association was formed by parents who have children with disabilities, along with professionals and interested individuals. The main aims of the association are: To create and foster a cooperative networking of the various social agencies involved in meeting the needs of children with disabilities. To promote continuous, effective planning to benefit the children with disabilities and...
Taman Sinar Harapan Tuanku Ampuan Najihah Seremban
Who are we The institution was set up in 1947 by the then Ministry of Social Welfare. It is situated about 3km from the town of Seremban. In 1978, the institution was designated especially for the care and training of mentally handicapped children. Accordingly it was renamed to its current name from State Home for Children, in honour of its Royal Patron, DYMM Tuanku Ampuan of Negeri Sembilan. Until 1983, the institution provided care for all categories of mentally disabled children with low to average functioning abilities. From 1984, it accepted only children below the age of 14 and who were...
Persatuan Penjagaan Kanak-Kanak Terencat Akal, Selangor
Who are we 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 three 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....
Dignity & Services
BACKGROUND/HISTORY Description of Charity Dignity & Services (D&S) is an advocacy movement speaking and acting on behalf of and alongside persons with learning disabilities (intellectual disabilities). D&S aims to be an independent voice to ensure that persons with learning disabilities are offered the basic human right of being treated as other human beings. Dignity & Services was incorporated in Malaysia on 29th July 1991 (Company No : 221939-T). Aims To enable persons with learning difficulties to express their thoughts, feelings and views about their own lives and the...
Damai Disabled Persons Association of Malaysia
Who are we Damai Disabled Persons Association of Selangor and Wilayah Persekutuan is a non-profit organisation started in 1998 by the disabled, for the disabled. Its vision is to bring forth structural and social change to eliminate prejudice and create educational and employment opportunities for the disabled. Its primary objective is to provide people with disabilities with the necessary skills to live independently. Essentially, Damai acts as a stepping stone for its members, which at the time of writing, stands at approximately 100 members. Damai provides its members with counselling,...
Pusat Majudiri Y (PMY) For The Deaf
Who are we The Pusat Majudiri Y for the Deaf caters for a wide range of programmes and services for the Deaf and their families, geared towards the development of the Deaf, particularly in the building of self-reliance. The Pusat Majudiri Y caters for the needs of more than 500 deaf children, youth, adults and their families. Among the services and programmes are the Deaf Kids Club, Deaf Teens Club, parents Support Group, Employment Support Programme, Promotion of Deaf Awareness (through leaflets and exhibitions), Interpreting Service, Camps, and Family Life and Home Management Our...
Persatuan Kristian Shuang Fu Untuk Orang-orang Kurang Upaya, Kuala Lumpur
Who are we Registration Number: (Registrar of societies under the Societies’ Act 1966 When Established: 07/2000 By Whom: Madam Shen Chiu Hsiang Our aims 1. Services – Occupational exploration, emotional counseling, leisure activities 2. Promotions – Social Awareness, Disabled Self-reliant Programmes, Campaign to be Barrier-Free (Building Accessibility Awareness) 3. Advocacy – Enhance and improve the welfare of disabled persons Our Services: Handicraft Training (Physically Disabled) Recycling Training (Mentally & Physically Challenge Disabled; Former Drug...
Society of Families of Persons with Learning Difficulties (PERKOBP)
Who are we PERKOBP has its origin as an informal support group formed in early 1992 by a group of parents who were concerned with the welfare of their children with learning difficulties. At that time, about 25 families took turns to meet in their homes to discuss the needs of their teenage children who had just completed various training programmes. There were no further services available for them nor could they hold a job because of their learning difficulties. The group got itself registered with the ROS as a society on 20th Nov 1993. Currently, they have about 300 members. Membership is...
Beautiful Gate Foundation for the Disabled
Beautiful Gate Foundation for the Disabled, originally established in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, with subsequent centers in Kepong (Kuala Lumpur), Kampar (Perak), Seremban (Negeri Sembilan), and Melaka, is an organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for people with disabilities. Founded on December 30, 2003, after a decade of service, their primary goal is to facilitate the full integration of individuals with disabilities into mainstream Malaysian society, with a focus on mutual support, advocacy, personal skill development, and public awareness campaigns. The organization...
Pelangi Community Foundation
The Pelangi Community Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides shelter for People Living With HIV and AIDS (PLWHA) who are rejected by family and society. The foundation was started in September 1998 and is located in Kuala Lumpur. The foundation provides a clean and hygienic place to stay and nutritional food to assist in the recovery process. They also ensure that all homeless PLWHA have access to basic medical care and treatment for opportunistic infections. In addition to providing shelter, the foundation also offers services such as: Counselling and a friendly,...
Xim Phou Moon Society
Who are we Persatuan Kebajikan Xim Phou Moon is a non-profit, non-sectarian, non-religious welfare-based Non-Government-Organisation (NGO) formed by a philanthropist, set up by Rev Master Loong Sang. It is a registered member of the Social Welfare Council of Selangor, Malaysia and has been an active member of the Council since then. The Society is recognised by 1) The Ministry of National Unity and Social Development of Malaysia. 2) State and National welfare departments 3) The Selangor Social Welfare Council 4) Welfare Ministries and departments of some Asian countries. They have also...
Information on Registration for People with Disabilities
Information on Registration for People with Disabilities People with disabilities can register themselves at their respective district office of the Jabatan Kebajikan Masyarakat (JKM). The registration is on a voluntary basis and is only open to Malaysian citizens. The registration forms can be obtained from JKM. The benefits of registration include: – Healthcare benefits – Vocational and academic training in special schools and institutions – Financial assistance (for example, free road tax, discounted tax on National car or motorcycle excise duty, low cost housing,...
Disabled
Registration for People with Disabilities Johor Persatuan Penjagaan Kanak-Kanak Terencat Akal Johor Bahru Persatuan Kristian Shuang Fu Untuk Orang-orang Kurang Upaya, Johor Kedah Persatuan Membantu Orang-orang Kurang Upaya (Akal) Negeri Kedah Kelantan Yayasan Pemulihan Orang-orang Cacat Kelantan Melaka Beautiful Gate Foundation for the Disabled Pusat Penjagaan Kanak-Kanak Terencat Akal Melaka Happiness Centre For The Mentally Disabled Children Joy Workshop Pahang Pusat Penjagaan Kanak-Kanak Terencat Akal Kuantan Perak Association of the Network for the Needs of Children with Disability...
Ti-Ratana Welfare Society
Ti-Ratana Welfare Society, founded by Rev Dhammaratana, initially started as a single Home. Over the years, through dedicated efforts, it has expanded its services and programs. Ti-Ratana Welfare Society now operates multiple facilities located at Salak South Bahru (Desa Petaling), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Diverse Services The organization offers a range of services to cater to various needs within the community, which include: 1. Children’s Homes/Orphanage2. Old Folks’ Home3. Shelter Home for Women4. Home for the Handicapped5. Halfway House6. Free Mobile...
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