This project will address the very specific health and physical well-being needs amongst the unpaid carers we support and their disabled relatives. It will comprise of the following activities:
Eye screening and assessment for 175 carers and 35 disabled children and provision of glasses where needed
Hearing assessment for 100 disabled children and provision of hearing aids to those requiring them
Gynaecological assessment and diagnosis for 100 female carers in collaboration with local hospitals
Provision of assistive devices and therapy equipment to support musculo-skeletal problems and mobility issues for 74 carers and 142 disabled children and adults
Provision of assistive adaptations in 10 homes to promote independence of the disabled person and reduce physical stress on the carer
Health promotion via training to 175 carers and community members on nutrition and mental health awareness, leading to greater acceptance and reduced stigma around the mental health issues experienced by carers
Upscaling And Expanding A Successfully Tested Approach
To Support Unpaid Family Carers In Savar
Location
Bangladesh
Project Dates
August 2021 – July 2024
Project Partners
Centre for Disability in Development
Funder
CareTech Foundation, Rangoonwala Foundation
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Establishing and running seven Community Caring Centres. Each centre supports approximately 12 children with complex disabilities providing educational, therapeutic and social opportunities.
Their carers (mostly mothers) will also receive benefit through the respite provided and the opportunity to meet other carers and engage in income generating activities.
With the generous support of the Angus Lawson Memorial Trust, we are now also running a training programme for staff at all seven of our centres.
Completed Projects
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