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Welcome to our blog page! Here, you’ll find inspiring Impact Stories showcasing the positive changes we’ve brought to communities, heartfelt Clinical Student Testimonials sharing personal experiences and insights, and detailed accounts of our Past Events that highlight our journey and milestones. Use the buttons below to navigate to each section and explore the stories that matter to you.

Impact Stories

Here are the incredible stories of resilience and progress from the children at Amar Seva Sangam. With the help of therapy and assistive devices, these young heroes make remarkable strides toward independence and a fulfilling life.

Discover how your generous support helps transform lives, enabling these children to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. Join us in celebrating their achievements and learn how you can make a difference.

Student Testimonials

Welcome to our Clinical Student Testimonials section, where you’ll find heartfelt and insightful stories from students who have embarked on their clinical journeys with us. These testimonials provide a candid look into the lives of aspiring healthcare professionals, offering a window into their experiences, challenges, and triumphs.

Each testimonial is a personal narrative that captures the unique path of a clinical student, reflecting their dedication, passion, and growth. You’ll read about their motivations for entering the healthcare field, the valuable lessons they’ve learned, and the skills they’ve honed through hands-on experiences. These stories highlight the supportive and enriching environment we strive to provide, one that fosters both professional and personal development.

Our students share their encounters with patients, the moments that have profoundly impacted them, and the relationships they’ve built with mentors and peers. These testimonials illustrate how real-world clinical practice complements theoretical knowledge, bridging the gap between classroom learning and patient care.

Past Events

Welcome to our Past Events section, where we chronicle the significant milestones and memorable moments that have shaped our journey. This section serves as a repository of our collective achievements, showcasing the diverse range of activities and initiatives we’ve undertaken to advance our mission and vision.

Our past events highlight the dynamic and collaborative spirit of our organization. From conferences and workshops to community outreach programs and fundraising galas, each event reflects our commitment to making a positive impact. These events have provided platforms for learning, networking, and growth, bringing together individuals from various backgrounds to share knowledge, build relationships, and foster a sense of community.

By exploring our past events, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of our organizational journey and the impact we’ve made. These events not only celebrate our achievements but also pave the way for future endeavors, inspiring continued commitment and participation. Join us in reflecting on these moments of progress and looking forward to the many more milestones to come.

Student Testimonials

Welcome to our Clinical Student Testimonials section, where you’ll find heartfelt and insightful stories from students who have embarked on their clinical journeys with us. These testimonials provide a candid look into the lives of aspiring healthcare professionals, offering a window into their experiences, challenges, and triumphs.

Each testimonial is a personal narrative that captures the unique path of a clinical student, reflecting their dedication, passion, and growth. You’ll read about their motivations for entering the healthcare field, the valuable lessons they’ve learned, and the skills they’ve honed through hands-on experiences. These stories highlight the supportive and enriching environment we strive to provide, one that fosters both professional and personal development.

Our students share their encounters with patients, the moments that have profoundly impacted them, and the relationships they’ve built with mentors and peers. These testimonials illustrate how real-world clinical practice complements theoretical knowledge, bridging the gap between classroom learning and patient care.

General Volunteer Testimonials

Harshitha Chinnakonda

Harshitha Chinnakonda – May 2025 This past summer (May 2025), I had the privilege of volunteering at Amar Seva Sangam (ASSA), a rehabilitation and education centre in rural Tamil Nadu, India...

Gautham Krishna

Gautham Krishna (Jul 10th to Jul 17th, 2024) This past summer (July 2024) I had a wonderful opportunity for volunteering at Amar Seva Sangam, a special education/rehabilitation center for children...

Sudharshan Seshadri

My experience at visiting Amar Seva Sangam (ASSA) By Sudharshan Seshadri In 2018, I traveled to India to volunteer for two weeks, assisting in physiotherapy, teaching English, and helping children...

Srividya

"Experience at Amar Seva Sangam" – 2013- By Dr. Srividya Volunteering at Amar Seva Sangam has opened my eyes to a different perspective on life and has shown me the hardships faced by...

Veena

“Experience at Amar Seva Sangam” – 2012- By Veena Volunteering at Amar Seva Sangam has opened my eyes to a different perspective on life and has shown me the hardships faced by many...

Kamakshi Ganesan

"Experience at Amar Seva Sangam" – 2012- By Kamakshi Ganesan “Amar Seva Sangam is an organization that makes a profound difference in the lives of many differently abled children and...

Robyn Smith Saona

“Experience at Amar Seva Sangam” – 2010- 2011 By Robyn Smith Saona Robyn is a Physiotherapist from Vancouver Canada. She wanted to donate a significant time in India doing voluntary...

Janna MacLachlan

Janna MacLachlan, MSc OT, Occupational Therapist, Ottawa, ON, Canada “In the summer of 2007, I traveled as a volunteer with Handi-Care Intl. to Amar Seva Sangam in India. I saw and learned about more...

Sindhu Supiah

Student Vol.2009-Sindhu Suppiah, Toronto, Canada “During our time at Sangam, we spent our mornings at the Centre for Special Education, helping the teachers and students with their daily tasks. In the...

Elizabeth Seale

Elizabeth Seale, Calgary, Canada They taught English, craft, arts and generally heleped out with various rehab programs…. Here is what they say….. “I was very impressed with ASSA. Hindu, Muslim...

Thurarshen Jeyalingam

Student Volunteer – 2007-Thurarshen Jeyalingam Volunteer in Summer of 2007 for 6 weeks. He is currently in medical student at Queen’s University, ON,Canada.   More General Volunteer Testimonials...

Arti Thiagarajan

Student Vol.2006- Arti Thiagarajan – Finished Medicine and working in the USA “The essence of my ASSA trip came from what I learned from the children there. They taught me never to complain...

Bimal Lakhani

Student Vol.2006- Bimal Lakhani- Currently a specialist in Physio Rehab “Family is the ideal that makes life worth living and at Amar Seva Sangam, there is no shortage of family. The entire campus...

Nishita Parekh

Student Vol. 2005- Nishita Parekh – Currently doing Medicine “I felt that the entire experience at Amar Seva Sangam was beneficial to me both academically and personally. The proposal writing...

Sapna Sharma

Student Vol. 2005 – Sapna Sharma- Currently doing Medicine “This summer was one of the greatest experiences of my life because of the time I spent with the children at ASSA. Although the...

Sunny Kim

Sunny Kim – SLP (University of Toronto) May 12th – July 18th, 2025 My placement at Amar Seva Sangam was a meaningful and enriching experience, both professionally and personally. I had the...

Lauren Saletsky

Lauren Saletsky – OT (University of British Columbia) Feb 10 to March 24, 2025 Oh, what an experience this has been! I feel grateful to have gained such valuable experience and to have...

Kirsten Anderson

Kirsten Anderson – OT (University of British Columbia) Feb 10 to March 24, 2025 Completing my placement at ASSA challenged me to use my creativity to develop solutions and therapy interventions...

Aimee Kondor

Aimee Kondor – OT (University of British Columbia) Feb 10 to March 24, 2025 The project was of interest as its low cost to produce and patients do experience pressure sores commonly. The results...

Morgan Lord

Morgan Lord – OT (University of British Columbia) Feb 10 to March 24, 2025 I enjoyed my time spent at ASSA. I was able to meet some incredible people along my journey that I will not forget...

Harshitha Chinnakonda

Harshitha Chinnakonda – May 2025 This past summer (May 2025), I had the privilege of volunteering at Amar Seva Sangam (ASSA), a rehabilitation and education centre in rural Tamil Nadu, India...

Ponbharathi V

Watch Ponbharathi’s Inspiring Journey! Meet Poonbarathi, an extraordinary 11-year-old boy with cerebral palsy. Since September 2016, he has been receiving physiotherapy, speech therapy, special...

Ganga Shree

Watch Ganga Shree’s Inspiring Journey! Meet five-year-old Ganga Shree, a new recruit at Amara Seva Sangam. Ganga Shree has cerebral palsy, impaired vision, and experiences seizures. She has been...

Bhuvanesh

Watch Bhuvanesh’s Inspiring Journey! Meet Bhuvanesh, an inspiring eight-year-old boy with cerebral palsy. Since December 2017, Bhuvanesh has been a dedicated member of the Amara Seva Sangam...

Ramkumar

Watch Ramkumar’s Inspiring Journey! Meet Ramkumar, a 9-year-old boy with cerebral palsy. Since March of 2018, Ramkumar has been receiving physiotherapy, speech therapy, special education, and...

Suganthan

Watch Suganthan’s Inspiring Journey! Meet Suganthan, a 3-year-old boy with a speech and language disorder. When he first arrived at Amar Seva Sangam, Suganthan was completely silent. Now, thanks...

Muhammed Kani

Watch Muhammad Kani’s Inspiring Journey! Join us as we share the incredible story of Muhammad Kani, a 5-year-old boy with cerebral palsy. When he first arrived at Amar Seva Sangam, he could only...

Poorna Jenani

Watch Poorna Jenani’s Inspiring Journey! Meet Poorna Jenani, a 5-year-old girl with cerebral palsy. Since February 2021, she has been receiving comprehensive care at Amar Seva Sangam. When...

WALKATHON-2025

Walkathon – Sunday June 22, 2025 We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for turning what we feared would be a flop, into into a truly joyful and successful event!  Walkathon 2025 was a...

Student Testimonials

Welcome to our Clinical Student Testimonials section, where you’ll find heartfelt and insightful stories from students who have embarked on their clinical journeys with us. These testimonials provide a candid look into the lives of aspiring healthcare professionals, offering a window into their experiences, challenges, and triumphs.

Each testimonial is a personal narrative that captures the unique path of a clinical student, reflecting their dedication, passion, and growth. You’ll read about their motivations for entering the healthcare field, the valuable lessons they’ve learned, and the skills they’ve honed through hands-on experiences. These stories highlight the supportive and enriching environment we strive to provide, one that fosters both professional and personal development.

Our students share their encounters with patients, the moments that have profoundly impacted them, and the relationships they’ve built with mentors and peers. These testimonials illustrate how real-world clinical practice complements theoretical knowledge, bridging the gap between classroom learning and patient care.

Clinical Student Testimonials

Harshitha Chinnakonda

Harshitha Chinnakonda – May 2025 This past summer (May 2025), I had the privilege of volunteering at Amar Seva Sangam (ASSA), a rehabilitation and education centre in rural Tamil Nadu, India...

Ponbharathi V

Watch Ponbharathi’s Inspiring Journey! Meet Poonbarathi, an extraordinary 11-year-old boy with cerebral palsy. Since September 2016, he has been receiving physiotherapy, speech therapy, special...