At Bethesda Home & School for the Blind, we are committed to providing comprehensive support and empowerment programs for visually impaired individuals. Through our diverse range of programs, we aim to foster independence, education, and holistic development among our members. Here are three major programs we offer:
Education lies at the heart of our mission at Bethesda. We are proud to have made significant strides in providing quality education to visually impaired individuals. Our educational initiatives include:
We believe in the power of education to transform lives. Through the generous support of our donors, we sponsor blind individuals in universities, enabling them to pursue higher education and fulfill their potential.
Access to educational resources is essential for learning. Our braille library provides a wide range of reading materials in braille format, ensuring that our students have access to literature and knowledge.
In today's digital age, proficiency in technology is crucial. We offer ICT training to our students, equipping them with essential computer skills for academic and professional success. Through these initiatives, we ensure the all-round educational development of our members.
Our accommodation program (Bethesda “Home”) provides a supportive and nurturing environment for visually impaired individuals. Eligible members of society who meet our criteria are welcomed into Bethesda Home, where they receive:
We provide housing, clothing, and medical coverage for our members, ensuring their basic needs are met.
We believe in the importance of social inclusion. Through sports and outing activities, we encourage our members to actively participate in community life, fostering a sense of belonging and engagement.
The home grooms blind individuals to live independently. Our members develop essential life skills and gain the confidence to navigate the world around them.
Empowering our home members with practical skills is integral to our mission. While we are continually working on expanding our skill acquisition programs, we currently offer:
Our bead-making program enables students to create a variety of bead designs, fostering creativity and entrepreneurship.
Music is a powerful form of expression. We offer training in various musical instruments, resulting in the formation of musical bands, talented disc jockeys, drummers, and guitarists who showcase their skills at events and performances.
Music is a powerful form of expression. We offer training in various musical instruments, resulting in the formation of musical bands, talented disc jockeys, drummers, and guitarists who showcase their skills at events and performances.
Through these programs, we are dedicated to empowering visually impaired individuals, enabling them to lead fulfilling and independent lives. We still seek a lot more support in improving our skill acquisition options for our blind beneficiaries.
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