(10881,1,'2023-07-01 09:40:38','2023-07-01 13:40:38','<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><p>Handi-Care Intl. Equipment and\nAssistive Technology Program 2022-2023\n<br>\nOur award winning program</p>		\n			<h1 align=\"center\">Urgent Need! </h1>\n	<p align=\"center\" style=\"font-size:20px;\">\n	    <a href=\"#program\"><u>What Is This Program? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#why\"><u>Why Have This Program? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"#work\"><u>How Does The Program  Work? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\"><u> Research Work by Canadians </u> ||</a>\n	<a href=\"#help\"><u>How Can You Help? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#glossary\"><u>Glossary </u></a>	||\n	|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2020.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2020 campaign </u></a>|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2021.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2021 campaign </u></a> || <a href=\"#success\"><u>Success stories </u></a> || <a href=\"#ass\"><u>Assessement for devices </u></a></p> ||\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}</style>												<img width=\"768\" height=\"546\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-1024x728.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022.jpg 1258w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" />															\n																<a href=\"https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid026dvcJEx2tL64h41NqJSytSVGwMYF5xdmRCiircnnTUDBBGvoo6WxCd6QmxCUU6EMl&#038;id=201245449949441&#038;sfnsn=wiwspwa&#038;mibextid=6aamW6\">\n							<img src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Zero-Project-1-pzvonhsa95y4rnz3bx7524h7nx8u9uzc5hqgvaf79k.jpeg\" title=\"Zero Project\" alt=\"Zero Project\" />								</a>\n			<p>We are proud to announce that HCI /ASSA has won the 1st prize for 2022 from Assistive Tech Foundation.</p>		\n															<img width=\"205\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg 205w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 205px) 100vw, 205px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Power Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Hearing Aids</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"199\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg 199w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-678x1024.jpg 678w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-768x1159.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-1018x1536.jpg 1018w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches.jpg 1060w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 199px) 100vw, 199px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Crutches</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Rollator</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-768x1023.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Corner Chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair with standing frame</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"program\">\nWhat is this program?\n</a></p>		\n		https://youtu.be/t-1awcLOyFg<p align=\"justify\">More than<strong> 5000 children and youth with various disabilities</strong> at Amar Seva Sangam, India, are supported by Handi-Care Intl. Many of them need essential mobility devices and equipment <strong>which they cannot afford. This includes hearing aids, walkers, wheelchairs, supportive chairs, orthotics, magnifiers, standing boards and other assistive technology.</strong> This program helps children, youth and young adults with disabilities in rural India obtain the equipment they need.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">According to The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF): “any product, instrument, equipment or technology adapted or specially designed for improving the functioning of a person with a disability.\" <strong><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\">Research Work by Canadians</a></strong> - PPT file</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Handi-Care Intl. conducted a campaign for Assistive devices in 2020 and thanks to all our donors and funders, we provided a total of <strong>752 pieces of equipment, ranging from power wheelchairs to orthotics and enabled 500 persons with disabilities to gain mobility and functionality.</strong></p>		\n			<a name=\"service_data\"></a>		\n			<p>Devices distributed: 2020 to 2023</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-wrapper{display:flex;font-size:69px;font-weight:600;line-height:1}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix,.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{flex-grow:1;white-space:pre-wrap}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix{text-align:right}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{text-align:left}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-title{text-align:center;font-size:19px;font-weight:400;line-height:2.5}</style>		\n				0\n							Hearing aid and Accessories\n				0\n							Wheelchair\n				0\n							Postural devices\n				0\n							Mobility devices\n				0\n							Calipers\n				0\n							Adaptations\n				0\n							Total no of equipment donated\n			<p><a name=\"why\">\nWhy have this program?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Assistive equipment are an integral part of the overall rehabilitation and providing patients with these devices at the right stage of their development will not only make the other aspects of therapy more efficient, it will reduce caregiver strain considerably as well as enhance school enrollment.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">There are no suitable government aid programs in India to assist people with disabilities to purchase such equipment that are custom made based on a proper needs assessment and individualized measurements. Jeff and Giovanna Boniface, two Occupational Therapists from Canada who volunteered at Amar Seva Sangam (ASSA) in 2017 and 2019 along with their son, Luciano and daughter Vincenza saw a great need for provision of equipment and assistive devices / technology to allow people with disabilities to maximize their function and reach their potential.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">With the support of Bonifaces, Handi-Care Intl, set up the program in 2019 to support young adults with disabilities through provision of assistive devices. After the program showed significant improvement in the functioning of our clients, leading them to independent lives, the program was expanded to include children in home / village based rehabilitation programs at our partner organizations in India.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"work\">\nHow does the program work?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Our rehabilitation programs are unique and globally recognized. Our partner organizations in India are implementing both centre and home based therapy services by qualified therapists. When a patient is identified with an imminent need for an assistive device such as a wheelchair, walker, hearing aid, etc. it is brought to the attention of the program coordinator who in turn submits an application to HCI with details of the patient, his/her needs, the impending benefits and the patient\'s or families ability to contribute to the cost. A review board at HCI studies each application and upon approval, it is brought out for funding request.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"help\">\nHow Can You Help?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">By donating to this program, you are helping people with disabilities obtain custom designed equipment that is essential for them to be more functional and maximize their therapy outcome.</p>\n<ul>\n 	<li>Monetary donations are most preferred so that local equipment can be procured. Though some items such as walkers, wheelchairs are donated from Canada we rarely get any pediatric equipment and local procurement of equipment allows for greater customization and future adjustments.</li>\n 	<li>ASSA in India has their own Orthotics Unit, where they are able to make “Ankle Foot Orthotics” (AFO) and “Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics” (KAFO) that are custom designed for each patient. This not only keeps the cost to a bare minimum, but allows for adjustments as the child’s condition changes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p align=\"justify\">We request your support for this much needed program. The list of beneficiaries and their requirements are listed below. Please select a child and click the \"Donate Now\" button, personalized for each child or choose \"General Donation\". You have an option to select multiple children by checking the boxes next to the donate buttons.</p>		\n			<p><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/docs/pdf/HCI-ASSA-Assistive-Device.ppsx\">\nAssistive Devices Description - Powerpoint Slide Show File\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"704\" height=\"25\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/eligible.gif\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<p><a name=\"glossary\">\nGlossary\n</a></p>		\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-8d96b69\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Category</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Equipment Included</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Tablet with Augmented Reality platform\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Tablet with Augmented Reality platform\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair + Accessories\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Splints, Braces, Activity tray, Head support\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Postural device\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												CP Chair / Standing Frame / Corner Chair / CP chair with standing frame\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Implant maintanance (battery and more)\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing Aid Maintenance services, Post Cochlear Implant\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Mobility device / Orthosis\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Rollator / Walker / Elbow crutches / Ankle Foot Orthotics(AFO) / Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics(KAFO) / Braces\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Portable Toilet Adaptation devices\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Shoe modifications, Portable Toilet modifications\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"success\">\nSuccess Stories\n</a></p>		\n			<p>Sai Pavi Sri Murugaraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n			<p>Without Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She used to bend while standing. Not able to stand without support. She is not able to crawl.</p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n			<p>With Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She can stand straight and take steps to initiate walking with the support of rollator. She crawls with gaiters.</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n			<p>Mageshwari Subramaniyan</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-column .elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--spacer-size)}.e-con{--container-widget-width:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer{width:var(--container-widget-width,var(--spacer-size));--align-self:var(--container-widget-align-self,initial);--flex-shrink:0}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer{height:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--container-widget-height,var(--spacer-size))}</style>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<p>Without CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She cannot raise her head while sitting.<br />2. Have increased tightness in her ankle.</p>		\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair.jpg 512w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<p>With CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She raises her trunk and She can explore the surrounding while sitting in a CP chair.<br />2. Her tightness in the ankle have reduced</p>		\n			<p>Ayisha Naseema</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ayisha-naseema-2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-b7dd2a9\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Initial Assessment Feb, 2015</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Last assessment Feb. 2019</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive language:  Score: 1.42 / 4.o<br>\nExpressive language: Score: 1.66 / 4.0\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive Language: score: 3.75 /4.0<br>\nExpressive language: score: 3.69 /4.0\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												<strong>Intervention provided:</strong><br>\nCustom fitted hearing aid <br>\nExtensive speech therapy\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Able to hear spoken words<br>\nAble to speak fluently with some errors.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Esakkiraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-80b0f70\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Assistive device</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With custom fitted walker</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Inside home, he walks with wall support. For out door mobility, he was depending on parents / brother to hold hand and walk.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now he is able to go to school independently. Able to participate in few games with his peers in the school.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>M.Pushpasri</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"231\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Esakkiraj-rollator.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-c3cd3c1\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without CP Chair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With CP Chair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												She was not able to sit independently, so most of the time in a day she was lying on floor and no participation in any activities.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												With CP chair, she is able to attain sitting position. Now she can eat snacks by herself, watch TV, communicate with others easily and participate in learning.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Rithika</p>		\n															<img width=\"151\" height=\"256\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Rithika-Wheel-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-ce01c31\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Due to lower limb muscles tightness, walking was very difficult and high energy expenditure. So she was carried by others to reach school.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now she is able to go to school by self propelling the wheel chair and other outdoor places nearby.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"ass\">\nAssessment for Device\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"230\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg 230w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153.jpeg 499w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 230px) 100vw, 230px\" />															\n															<img width=\"191\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg 191w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-650x1024.jpeg 650w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406.jpeg 660w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>','Assistive Technology Program','','inherit','closed','closed','','8216-revision-v1','','','2023-07-01 09:40:38','2023-07-01 13:40:38','',8216,'https://www.handicareintl.org/?p=10881',0,'revision','',0),(10883,1,'2023-07-01 09:48:52','2023-07-01 13:48:52','<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><p>Handi-Care Intl. Equipment and\nAssistive Technology Program 2022-2023\n<br>\nOur award winning program</p>		\n			<h1 align=\"center\">Urgent Need! </h1>\n	<p align=\"center\" style=\"font-size:20px;\">\n	    <a href=\"#program\"><u>What Is This Program? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#why\"><u>Why Have This Program? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"#work\"><u>How Does The Program  Work? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\"><u> Research Work by Canadians </u> ||</a>\n	<a href=\"#help\"><u>How Can You Help? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#glossary\"><u>Glossary </u></a>	||\n	|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2020.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2020 campaign </u></a>|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2021.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2021 campaign </u></a> || <a href=\"#success\"><u>Success stories </u></a> || <a href=\"#ass\"><u>Assessement for devices </u></a></p> ||\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}</style>												<img width=\"768\" height=\"546\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-1024x728.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022.jpg 1258w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" />															\n																<a href=\"https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid026dvcJEx2tL64h41NqJSytSVGwMYF5xdmRCiircnnTUDBBGvoo6WxCd6QmxCUU6EMl&#038;id=201245449949441&#038;sfnsn=wiwspwa&#038;mibextid=6aamW6\">\n							<img src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Zero-Project-1-pzvonhsa95y4rnz3bx7524h7nx8u9uzc5hqgvaf79k.jpeg\" title=\"Zero Project\" alt=\"Zero Project\" />								</a>\n			<p>We are proud to announce that HCI /ASSA has won the 1st prize for 2022 from Assistive Tech Foundation.</p>		\n															<img width=\"205\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg 205w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 205px) 100vw, 205px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Power Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Hearing Aids</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"199\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg 199w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-678x1024.jpg 678w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-768x1159.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-1018x1536.jpg 1018w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches.jpg 1060w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 199px) 100vw, 199px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Crutches</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Rollator</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-768x1023.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Corner Chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair with standing frame</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"program\">\nWhat is this program?\n</a></p>		\n		https://youtu.be/t-1awcLOyFg<p align=\"justify\">More than<strong> 5000 children and youth with various disabilities</strong> at Amar Seva Sangam, India, are supported by Handi-Care Intl. Many of them need essential mobility devices and equipment <strong>which they cannot afford. This includes hearing aids, walkers, wheelchairs, supportive chairs, orthotics, magnifiers, standing boards and other assistive technology.</strong> This program helps children, youth and young adults with disabilities in rural India obtain the equipment they need.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">According to The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF): “any product, instrument, equipment or technology adapted or specially designed for improving the functioning of a person with a disability.\" <strong><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\">Research Work by Canadians</a></strong> - PPT file</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Handi-Care Intl. conducted a campaign for Assistive devices in 2020 and thanks to all our donors and funders, we provided a total of <strong>752 pieces of equipment, ranging from power wheelchairs to orthotics and enabled 500 persons with disabilities to gain mobility and functionality.</strong></p>		\n			<a name=\"service_data\"></a>		\n			<p>Devices distributed: 2020 to 2023</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-wrapper{display:flex;font-size:69px;font-weight:600;line-height:1}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix,.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{flex-grow:1;white-space:pre-wrap}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix{text-align:right}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{text-align:left}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-title{text-align:center;font-size:19px;font-weight:400;line-height:2.5}</style>		\n				0\n							Hearing aid and Accessories\n				0\n							Wheelchair\n				0\n							Postural devices\n				0\n							Mobility devices\n				0\n							Calipers\n				0\n							Adaptations\n				0\n							Total no of equipment donated\n			<p><a name=\"why\">\nWhy have this program?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Assistive equipment are an integral part of the overall rehabilitation and providing patients with these devices at the right stage of their development will not only make the other aspects of therapy more efficient, it will reduce caregiver strain considerably as well as enhance school enrollment.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">There are no suitable government aid programs in India to assist people with disabilities to purchase such equipment that are custom made based on a proper needs assessment and individualized measurements. Jeff and Giovanna Boniface, two Occupational Therapists from Canada who volunteered at Amar Seva Sangam (ASSA) in 2017 and 2019 along with their son, Luciano and daughter Vincenza saw a great need for provision of equipment and assistive devices / technology to allow people with disabilities to maximize their function and reach their potential.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">With the support of Bonifaces, Handi-Care Intl, set up the program in 2019 to support young adults with disabilities through provision of assistive devices. After the program showed significant improvement in the functioning of our clients, leading them to independent lives, the program was expanded to include children in home / village based rehabilitation programs at our partner organizations in India.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"work\">\nHow does the program work?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Our rehabilitation programs are unique and globally recognized. Our partner organizations in India are implementing both centre and home based therapy services by qualified therapists. When a patient is identified with an imminent need for an assistive device such as a wheelchair, walker, hearing aid, etc. it is brought to the attention of the program coordinator who in turn submits an application to HCI with details of the patient, his/her needs, the impending benefits and the patient\'s or families ability to contribute to the cost. A review board at HCI studies each application and upon approval, it is brought out for funding request.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"help\">\nHow Can You Help?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">By donating to this program, you are helping people with disabilities obtain custom designed equipment that is essential for them to be more functional and maximize their therapy outcome.</p>\n<ul>\n 	<li>Monetary donations are most preferred so that local equipment can be procured. Though some items such as walkers, wheelchairs are donated from Canada we rarely get any pediatric equipment and local procurement of equipment allows for greater customization and future adjustments.</li>\n 	<li>ASSA in India has their own Orthotics Unit, where they are able to make “Ankle Foot Orthotics” (AFO) and “Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics” (KAFO) that are custom designed for each patient. This not only keeps the cost to a bare minimum, but allows for adjustments as the child’s condition changes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p align=\"justify\">We request your support for this much needed program. The list of beneficiaries and their requirements are listed below. Please select a child and click the \"Donate Now\" button, personalized for each child or choose \"General Donation\". You have an option to select multiple children by checking the boxes next to the donate buttons.</p>		\n			<p><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/docs/pdf/HCI-ASSA-Assistive-Device.ppsx\">\nAssistive Devices Description - Powerpoint Slide Show File\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"704\" height=\"25\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/eligible.gif\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<p><a name=\"glossary\">\nGlossary\n</a></p>		\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-8d96b69\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Category</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Equipment Included</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Tablet with Augmented Reality platform\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Tablet with Augmented Reality platform\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair + Accessories\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Splints, Braces, Activity tray, Head support\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Postural device\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												CP Chair / Standing Frame / Corner Chair / CP chair with standing frame\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Implant maintanance (battery and more)\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing Aid Maintenance services, Post Cochlear Implant\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Mobility device / Orthosis\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Rollator / Walker / Elbow crutches / Ankle Foot Orthotics(AFO) / Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics(KAFO) / Braces\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Portable Toilet Adaptation devices\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Shoe modifications, Portable Toilet modifications\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"success\">\nSuccess Stories\n</a></p>		\n			<p>Sai Pavi Sri Murugaraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n			<p>Without Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She used to bend while standing. Not able to stand without support. She is not able to crawl.</p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n			<p>With Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She can stand straight and take steps to initiate walking with the support of rollator. She crawls with gaiters.</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n			<p>Mageshwari Subramaniyan</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-column .elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--spacer-size)}.e-con{--container-widget-width:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer{width:var(--container-widget-width,var(--spacer-size));--align-self:var(--container-widget-align-self,initial);--flex-shrink:0}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer{height:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--container-widget-height,var(--spacer-size))}</style>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<p>Without CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She cannot raise her head while sitting.<br />2. Have increased tightness in her ankle.</p>		\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair.jpg 512w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<p>With CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She raises her trunk and She can explore the surrounding while sitting in a CP chair.<br />2. Her tightness in the ankle have reduced</p>		\n			<p>Ayisha Naseema</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ayisha-naseema-2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-b7dd2a9\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Initial Assessment Feb, 2015</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Last assessment Feb. 2019</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive language:  Score: 1.42 / 4.o<br>\nExpressive language: Score: 1.66 / 4.0\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive Language: score: 3.75 /4.0<br>\nExpressive language: score: 3.69 /4.0\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												<strong>Intervention provided:</strong><br>\nCustom fitted hearing aid <br>\nExtensive speech therapy\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Able to hear spoken words<br>\nAble to speak fluently with some errors.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Esakkiraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-80b0f70\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Assistive device</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With custom fitted walker</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Inside home, he walks with wall support. For out door mobility, he was depending on parents / brother to hold hand and walk.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now he is able to go to school independently. Able to participate in few games with his peers in the school.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>M.Pushpasri</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"231\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Esakkiraj-rollator.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-c3cd3c1\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without CP Chair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With CP Chair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												She was not able to sit independently, so most of the time in a day she was lying on floor and no participation in any activities.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												With CP chair, she is able to attain sitting position. Now she can eat snacks by herself, watch TV, communicate with others easily and participate in learning.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Rithika</p>		\n															<img width=\"151\" height=\"256\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Rithika-Wheel-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-ce01c31\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Due to lower limb muscles tightness, walking was very difficult and high energy expenditure. So she was carried by others to reach school.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now she is able to go to school by self propelling the wheel chair and other outdoor places nearby.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"ass\">\nAssessment for Device\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"230\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg 230w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153.jpeg 499w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 230px) 100vw, 230px\" />															\n															<img width=\"191\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg 191w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-650x1024.jpeg 650w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406.jpeg 660w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>','Assistive Technology Program','','inherit','closed','closed','','8216-revision-v1','','','2023-07-01 09:48:52','2023-07-01 13:48:52','',8216,'https://www.handicareintl.org/?p=10883',0,'revision','',0);
INSERT INTO `wp_giv7wd_posts` VALUES (10884,1,'2023-07-01 09:48:52','2023-07-01 13:48:52','<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><p>Handi-Care Intl. Equipment and\nAssistive Technology Program 2022-2023\n<br>\nOur award winning program</p>		\n			<h1 align=\"center\">Urgent Need! </h1>\n	<p align=\"center\" style=\"font-size:20px;\">\n	    <a href=\"#program\"><u>What Is This Program? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#why\"><u>Why Have This Program? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"#work\"><u>How Does The Program  Work? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\"><u> Research Work by Canadians </u> ||</a>\n	<a href=\"#help\"><u>How Can You Help? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#glossary\"><u>Glossary </u></a>	||\n	|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2020.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2020 campaign </u></a>|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2021.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2021 campaign </u></a> || <a href=\"#success\"><u>Success stories </u></a> || <a href=\"#ass\"><u>Assessement for devices </u></a></p> ||\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}</style>												<img width=\"768\" height=\"546\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-1024x728.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022.jpg 1258w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" />															\n																<a href=\"https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid026dvcJEx2tL64h41NqJSytSVGwMYF5xdmRCiircnnTUDBBGvoo6WxCd6QmxCUU6EMl&#038;id=201245449949441&#038;sfnsn=wiwspwa&#038;mibextid=6aamW6\">\n							<img src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Zero-Project-1-pzvonhsa95y4rnz3bx7524h7nx8u9uzc5hqgvaf79k.jpeg\" title=\"Zero Project\" alt=\"Zero Project\" />								</a>\n			<p>We are proud to announce that HCI /ASSA has won the 1st prize for 2022 from Assistive Tech Foundation.</p>		\n															<img width=\"205\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg 205w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 205px) 100vw, 205px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Power Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Hearing Aids</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"199\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg 199w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-678x1024.jpg 678w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-768x1159.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-1018x1536.jpg 1018w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches.jpg 1060w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 199px) 100vw, 199px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Crutches</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Rollator</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-768x1023.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Corner Chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair with standing frame</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"program\">\nWhat is this program?\n</a></p>		\n		https://youtu.be/t-1awcLOyFg<p align=\"justify\">More than<strong> 5000 children and youth with various disabilities</strong> at Amar Seva Sangam, India, are supported by Handi-Care Intl. Many of them need essential mobility devices and equipment <strong>which they cannot afford. This includes hearing aids, walkers, wheelchairs, supportive chairs, orthotics, magnifiers, standing boards and other assistive technology.</strong> This program helps children, youth and young adults with disabilities in rural India obtain the equipment they need.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">According to The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF): “any product, instrument, equipment or technology adapted or specially designed for improving the functioning of a person with a disability.\" <strong><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\">Research Work by Canadians</a></strong> - PPT file</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Handi-Care Intl. conducted a campaign for Assistive devices in 2020 and thanks to all our donors and funders, we provided a total of <strong>752 pieces of equipment, ranging from power wheelchairs to orthotics and enabled 500 persons with disabilities to gain mobility and functionality.</strong></p>		\n			<a name=\"service_data\"></a>		\n			<p>Devices distributed: 2020 to 2023</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-wrapper{display:flex;font-size:69px;font-weight:600;line-height:1}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix,.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{flex-grow:1;white-space:pre-wrap}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix{text-align:right}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{text-align:left}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-title{text-align:center;font-size:19px;font-weight:400;line-height:2.5}</style>		\n				0\n							Hearing aid and Accessories\n				0\n							Wheelchair\n				0\n							Postural devices\n				0\n							Mobility devices\n				0\n							Calipers\n				0\n							Adaptations\n				0\n							Total no of equipment donated\n			<p><a name=\"why\">\nWhy have this program?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Assistive equipment are an integral part of the overall rehabilitation and providing patients with these devices at the right stage of their development will not only make the other aspects of therapy more efficient, it will reduce caregiver strain considerably as well as enhance school enrollment.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">There are no suitable government aid programs in India to assist people with disabilities to purchase such equipment that are custom made based on a proper needs assessment and individualized measurements. Jeff and Giovanna Boniface, two Occupational Therapists from Canada who volunteered at Amar Seva Sangam (ASSA) in 2017 and 2019 along with their son, Luciano and daughter Vincenza saw a great need for provision of equipment and assistive devices / technology to allow people with disabilities to maximize their function and reach their potential.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">With the support of Bonifaces, Handi-Care Intl, set up the program in 2019 to support young adults with disabilities through provision of assistive devices. After the program showed significant improvement in the functioning of our clients, leading them to independent lives, the program was expanded to include children in home / village based rehabilitation programs at our partner organizations in India.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"work\">\nHow does the program work?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Our rehabilitation programs are unique and globally recognized. Our partner organizations in India are implementing both centre and home based therapy services by qualified therapists. When a patient is identified with an imminent need for an assistive device such as a wheelchair, walker, hearing aid, etc. it is brought to the attention of the program coordinator who in turn submits an application to HCI with details of the patient, his/her needs, the impending benefits and the patient\'s or families ability to contribute to the cost. A review board at HCI studies each application and upon approval, it is brought out for funding request.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"help\">\nHow Can You Help?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">By donating to this program, you are helping people with disabilities obtain custom designed equipment that is essential for them to be more functional and maximize their therapy outcome.</p>\n<ul>\n 	<li>Monetary donations are most preferred so that local equipment can be procured. Though some items such as walkers, wheelchairs are donated from Canada we rarely get any pediatric equipment and local procurement of equipment allows for greater customization and future adjustments.</li>\n 	<li>ASSA in India has their own Orthotics Unit, where they are able to make “Ankle Foot Orthotics” (AFO) and “Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics” (KAFO) that are custom designed for each patient. This not only keeps the cost to a bare minimum, but allows for adjustments as the child’s condition changes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p align=\"justify\">We request your support for this much needed program. The list of beneficiaries and their requirements are listed below. Please select a child and click the \"Donate Now\" button, personalized for each child or choose \"General Donation\". You have an option to select multiple children by checking the boxes next to the donate buttons.</p>		\n			<p><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/docs/pdf/HCI-ASSA-Assistive-Device.ppsx\">\nAssistive Devices Description - Powerpoint Slide Show File\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"704\" height=\"25\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/eligible.gif\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<p><a name=\"glossary\">\nGlossary\n</a></p>		\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-8d96b69\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Category</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Equipment Included</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Tablet with Augmented Reality platform\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Tablet with Augmented Reality platform\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair + Accessories\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Splints, Braces, Activity tray, Head support\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Postural device\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												CP Chair / Standing Frame / Corner Chair / CP chair with standing frame\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Implant maintanance (battery and more)\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing Aid Maintenance services, Post Cochlear Implant\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Mobility device / Orthosis\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Rollator / Walker / Elbow crutches / Ankle Foot Orthotics(AFO) / Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics(KAFO) / Braces\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Portable Toilet Adaptation devices\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Shoe modifications, Portable Toilet modifications\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"success\">\nSuccess Stories\n</a></p>		\n			<p>Sai Pavi Sri Murugaraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n			<p>Without Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She used to bend while standing. Not able to stand without support. She is not able to crawl.</p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n			<p>With Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She can stand straight and take steps to initiate walking with the support of rollator. She crawls with gaiters.</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n			<p>Mageshwari Subramaniyan</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-column .elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--spacer-size)}.e-con{--container-widget-width:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer{width:var(--container-widget-width,var(--spacer-size));--align-self:var(--container-widget-align-self,initial);--flex-shrink:0}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer{height:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--container-widget-height,var(--spacer-size))}</style>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<p>Without CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She cannot raise her head while sitting.<br />2. Have increased tightness in her ankle.</p>		\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair.jpg 512w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<p>With CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She raises her trunk and She can explore the surrounding while sitting in a CP chair.<br />2. Her tightness in the ankle have reduced</p>		\n			<p>Ayisha Naseema</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ayisha-naseema-2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-b7dd2a9\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Initial Assessment Feb, 2015</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Last assessment Feb. 2019</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive language:  Score: 1.42 / 4.o<br>\nExpressive language: Score: 1.66 / 4.0\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive Language: score: 3.75 /4.0<br>\nExpressive language: score: 3.69 /4.0\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												<strong>Intervention provided:</strong><br>\nCustom fitted hearing aid <br>\nExtensive speech therapy\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Able to hear spoken words<br>\nAble to speak fluently with some errors.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Esakkiraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-80b0f70\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Assistive device</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With custom fitted walker</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Inside home, he walks with wall support. For out door mobility, he was depending on parents / brother to hold hand and walk.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now he is able to go to school independently. Able to participate in few games with his peers in the school.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>M.Pushpasri</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"231\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Esakkiraj-rollator.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-c3cd3c1\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without CP Chair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With CP Chair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												She was not able to sit independently, so most of the time in a day she was lying on floor and no participation in any activities.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												With CP chair, she is able to attain sitting position. Now she can eat snacks by herself, watch TV, communicate with others easily and participate in learning.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Rithika</p>		\n															<img width=\"151\" height=\"256\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Rithika-Wheel-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-ce01c31\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Due to lower limb muscles tightness, walking was very difficult and high energy expenditure. So she was carried by others to reach school.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now she is able to go to school by self propelling the wheel chair and other outdoor places nearby.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"ass\">\nAssessment for Device\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"230\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg 230w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153.jpeg 499w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 230px) 100vw, 230px\" />															\n															<img width=\"191\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg 191w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-650x1024.jpeg 650w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406.jpeg 660w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>','Assistive Technology Program','','inherit','closed','closed','','8216-revision-v1','','','2023-07-01 09:48:52','2023-07-01 13:48:52','',8216,'https://www.handicareintl.org/?p=10884',0,'revision','',0),(10885,1,'2023-07-01 09:48:53','2023-07-01 13:48:53','<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><p>Handi-Care Intl. Equipment and\nAssistive Technology Program 2022-2023\n<br>\nOur award winning program</p>		\n			<h1 align=\"center\">Urgent Need! </h1>\n	<p align=\"center\" style=\"font-size:20px;\">\n	    <a href=\"#program\"><u>What Is This Program? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#why\"><u>Why Have This Program? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"#work\"><u>How Does The Program  Work? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\"><u> Research Work by Canadians </u> ||</a>\n	<a href=\"#help\"><u>How Can You Help? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#glossary\"><u>Glossary </u></a>	||\n	|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2020.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2020 campaign </u></a>|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2021.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2021 campaign </u></a> || <a href=\"#success\"><u>Success stories </u></a> || <a href=\"#ass\"><u>Assessement for devices </u></a></p> ||\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}</style>												<img width=\"768\" height=\"546\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-1024x728.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022.jpg 1258w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" />															\n																<a href=\"https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid026dvcJEx2tL64h41NqJSytSVGwMYF5xdmRCiircnnTUDBBGvoo6WxCd6QmxCUU6EMl&#038;id=201245449949441&#038;sfnsn=wiwspwa&#038;mibextid=6aamW6\">\n							<img src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Zero-Project-1-pzvonhsa95y4rnz3bx7524h7nx8u9uzc5hqgvaf79k.jpeg\" title=\"Zero Project\" alt=\"Zero Project\" />								</a>\n			<p>We are proud to announce that HCI /ASSA has won the 1st prize for 2022 from Assistive Tech Foundation.</p>		\n															<img width=\"205\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg 205w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 205px) 100vw, 205px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Power Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Hearing Aids</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"199\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg 199w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-678x1024.jpg 678w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-768x1159.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-1018x1536.jpg 1018w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches.jpg 1060w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 199px) 100vw, 199px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Crutches</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Rollator</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-768x1023.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Corner Chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair with standing frame</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"program\">\nWhat is this program?\n</a></p>		\n		https://youtu.be/t-1awcLOyFg<p align=\"justify\">More than<strong> 5000 children and youth with various disabilities</strong> at Amar Seva Sangam, India, are supported by Handi-Care Intl. Many of them need essential mobility devices and equipment <strong>which they cannot afford. This includes hearing aids, walkers, wheelchairs, supportive chairs, orthotics, magnifiers, standing boards and other assistive technology.</strong> This program helps children, youth and young adults with disabilities in rural India obtain the equipment they need.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">According to The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF): “any product, instrument, equipment or technology adapted or specially designed for improving the functioning of a person with a disability.\" <strong><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\">Research Work by Canadians</a></strong> - PPT file</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Handi-Care Intl. conducted a campaign for Assistive devices in 2020 and thanks to all our donors and funders, we provided a total of <strong>752 pieces of equipment, ranging from power wheelchairs to orthotics and enabled 500 persons with disabilities to gain mobility and functionality.</strong></p>		\n			<a name=\"service_data\"></a>		\n			<p>Devices distributed: 2020 to 2023</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-wrapper{display:flex;font-size:69px;font-weight:600;line-height:1}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix,.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{flex-grow:1;white-space:pre-wrap}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix{text-align:right}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{text-align:left}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-title{text-align:center;font-size:19px;font-weight:400;line-height:2.5}</style>		\n				0\n							Hearing aid and Accessories\n				0\n							Wheelchair\n				0\n							Postural devices\n				0\n							Mobility devices\n				0\n							Calipers\n				0\n							Adaptations\n				0\n							Total no of equipment donated\n			<p><a name=\"why\">\nWhy have this program?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Assistive equipment are an integral part of the overall rehabilitation and providing patients with these devices at the right stage of their development will not only make the other aspects of therapy more efficient, it will reduce caregiver strain considerably as well as enhance school enrollment.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">There are no suitable government aid programs in India to assist people with disabilities to purchase such equipment that are custom made based on a proper needs assessment and individualized measurements. Jeff and Giovanna Boniface, two Occupational Therapists from Canada who volunteered at Amar Seva Sangam (ASSA) in 2017 and 2019 along with their son, Luciano and daughter Vincenza saw a great need for provision of equipment and assistive devices / technology to allow people with disabilities to maximize their function and reach their potential.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">With the support of Bonifaces, Handi-Care Intl, set up the program in 2019 to support young adults with disabilities through provision of assistive devices. After the program showed significant improvement in the functioning of our clients, leading them to independent lives, the program was expanded to include children in home / village based rehabilitation programs at our partner organizations in India.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"work\">\nHow does the program work?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Our rehabilitation programs are unique and globally recognized. Our partner organizations in India are implementing both centre and home based therapy services by qualified therapists. When a patient is identified with an imminent need for an assistive device such as a wheelchair, walker, hearing aid, etc. it is brought to the attention of the program coordinator who in turn submits an application to HCI with details of the patient, his/her needs, the impending benefits and the patient\'s or families ability to contribute to the cost. A review board at HCI studies each application and upon approval, it is brought out for funding request.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"help\">\nHow Can You Help?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">By donating to this program, you are helping people with disabilities obtain custom designed equipment that is essential for them to be more functional and maximize their therapy outcome.</p>\n<ul>\n 	<li>Monetary donations are most preferred so that local equipment can be procured. Though some items such as walkers, wheelchairs are donated from Canada we rarely get any pediatric equipment and local procurement of equipment allows for greater customization and future adjustments.</li>\n 	<li>ASSA in India has their own Orthotics Unit, where they are able to make “Ankle Foot Orthotics” (AFO) and “Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics” (KAFO) that are custom designed for each patient. This not only keeps the cost to a bare minimum, but allows for adjustments as the child’s condition changes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p align=\"justify\">We request your support for this much needed program. The list of beneficiaries and their requirements are listed below. Please select a child and click the \"Donate Now\" button, personalized for each child or choose \"General Donation\". You have an option to select multiple children by checking the boxes next to the donate buttons.</p>		\n			<p><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/docs/pdf/HCI-ASSA-Assistive-Device.ppsx\">\nAssistive Devices Description - Powerpoint Slide Show File\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"704\" height=\"25\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/eligible.gif\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<p><a name=\"glossary\">\nGlossary\n</a></p>		\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-8d96b69\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Category</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Equipment Included</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Communication devices\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Communication related software with tablet or laptop\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair + Accessories\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Splints, Braces, Activity tray, Head support\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Postural device\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												CP Chair / Standing Frame / Corner Chair / CP chair with standing frame\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Implant maintanance (battery and more)\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing Aid Maintenance services, Post Cochlear Implant\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Mobility device / Orthosis\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Rollator / Walker / Elbow crutches / Ankle Foot Orthotics(AFO) / Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics(KAFO) / Braces\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Portable Toilet Adaptation devices\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Shoe modifications, Portable Toilet modifications\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"success\">\nSuccess Stories\n</a></p>		\n			<p>Sai Pavi Sri Murugaraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n			<p>Without Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She used to bend while standing. Not able to stand without support. She is not able to crawl.</p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n			<p>With Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She can stand straight and take steps to initiate walking with the support of rollator. She crawls with gaiters.</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n			<p>Mageshwari Subramaniyan</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-column .elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--spacer-size)}.e-con{--container-widget-width:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer{width:var(--container-widget-width,var(--spacer-size));--align-self:var(--container-widget-align-self,initial);--flex-shrink:0}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer{height:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--container-widget-height,var(--spacer-size))}</style>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<p>Without CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She cannot raise her head while sitting.<br />2. Have increased tightness in her ankle.</p>		\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair.jpg 512w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<p>With CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She raises her trunk and She can explore the surrounding while sitting in a CP chair.<br />2. Her tightness in the ankle have reduced</p>		\n			<p>Ayisha Naseema</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ayisha-naseema-2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-b7dd2a9\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Initial Assessment Feb, 2015</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Last assessment Feb. 2019</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive language:  Score: 1.42 / 4.o<br>\nExpressive language: Score: 1.66 / 4.0\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive Language: score: 3.75 /4.0<br>\nExpressive language: score: 3.69 /4.0\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												<strong>Intervention provided:</strong><br>\nCustom fitted hearing aid <br>\nExtensive speech therapy\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Able to hear spoken words<br>\nAble to speak fluently with some errors.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Esakkiraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-80b0f70\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Assistive device</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With custom fitted walker</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Inside home, he walks with wall support. For out door mobility, he was depending on parents / brother to hold hand and walk.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now he is able to go to school independently. Able to participate in few games with his peers in the school.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>M.Pushpasri</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"231\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Esakkiraj-rollator.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-c3cd3c1\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without CP Chair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With CP Chair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												She was not able to sit independently, so most of the time in a day she was lying on floor and no participation in any activities.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												With CP chair, she is able to attain sitting position. Now she can eat snacks by herself, watch TV, communicate with others easily and participate in learning.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Rithika</p>		\n															<img width=\"151\" height=\"256\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Rithika-Wheel-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-ce01c31\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Due to lower limb muscles tightness, walking was very difficult and high energy expenditure. So she was carried by others to reach school.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now she is able to go to school by self propelling the wheel chair and other outdoor places nearby.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"ass\">\nAssessment for Device\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"230\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg 230w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153.jpeg 499w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 230px) 100vw, 230px\" />															\n															<img width=\"191\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg 191w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-650x1024.jpeg 650w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406.jpeg 660w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>','Assistive Technology Program','','inherit','closed','closed','','8216-revision-v1','','','2023-07-01 09:48:53','2023-07-01 13:48:53','',8216,'https://www.handicareintl.org/?p=10885',0,'revision','',0),(10903,7,'2023-07-18 10:35:21','2023-07-18 14:35:21','[smartslider3 slider=\"10\"]\n			<style>/*! 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elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><h2><h2 data-elementor-setting-key=\"title\" data-pen-placeholder=\"Type Here...\" style=\"line-height: var( --e-global-typography-primary-line-height ); color: rgb(251, 251, 251); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-size: 29px; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-weight ); letter-spacing: normal; word-spacing: 0px; background-color: rgb(7, 21, 101);\">Tribute to Sri K.V.Mahadevan by\nNaadhashram Academy</h2></h2>		\n		<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 16px; color: #ffff00; font-weight: 500; line-height: 200%;\">Was a GRAND SUCCESS!! <br />Many thanks Naadashram, with special thanks to Karthik Ramalingam and his entire band of singers and players, Sponsors (see below), volunteers, organizers, Special guests, the master of ceremony, the behind the scene tech team and all the attendees who made the event so joyful and so vibrant !!!</p>		\n			[smartslider3 slider=\"11\"]		\n			<h2>Annual Walkathon - 2023</h2>		\n		<p align=\"justify\" style=\"line-height:200%\">We are getting closer to reaching our goal of 800+ <strong> <a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/assistive-technology-program/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Assistive devices</a></strong>\nfor children and youth who are in need. We still have a lot of need for this project, please click on the link above and donate generously.</p>		\n															<img width=\"629\" height=\"775\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg 629w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna-243x300.jpg 243w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 629px) 100vw, 629px\" />															\n		<center>Four year old Alyna had this comment as she left the park...\"This was the best day of my life!\"</center>		\n			<a href=\"https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNjIxeWUp4xXfQwif9Fcn-l2SDPiJVLeEvq6teFGg7Iu6qK3s6g6ojFqCg_fUp26A?key=akZsVVlyOHdYMXZLcWdrc2xjMEZSX1ZGR3Z3MUpB\" role=\"button\">\n						Click Here to View Album\n					</a>\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Who Are We?</a></h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n		<p>Handi-Care Intl. is a registered Canadian charity that is run exclusively by volunteers, enabling us to keep admin charges <b>below 3%</b>. We are dedicated to empowering children with disabilities by building partnerships, fundraising for projects and implementing programs in low resource settings primarily in India. We liaison with major Canadian Universities to facilitate clinical placements and promote volunteerism.</p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAWVhowy9uM		\n			<h2>Our Focus is:</h2>		\n			<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"http://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/plugins/elementor/assets/css/widget-icon-list.min.css\">		<ul>\n							<li>\n										Rehabilitation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Education\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Empowerment\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Clinical Placements - Canadian students\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Research studies\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p>For children and youth with disabilities in rural India.</p>		\n															<img width=\"726\" height=\"469\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg 726w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 726px) 100vw, 726px\" />															\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Where Can My Donations be Used?</a></h2>		\n		<p>You have a choice of donating to various programs such as:</p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Sponsor a Child in Early Intervention\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/Donate/equipment_support_2021.php\">\n										Assistive Devices\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/meal-for-a-day-campus-feeding/\">\n										Meal for a Day / Campus Feeding\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Early Intervention Program\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/adopt-a-child/\">\n										Sponsor a child age 6 to 18\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/sponsor-a-youth/\">\n										Sponsor a youth\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Genaral donation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Give a Gift certificate to someone\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n															<img width=\"1556\" height=\"1040\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg 1556w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-300x201.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1556px) 100vw, 1556px\" />															\n			<p><a name=\"current\"></a>Current happenings....</p>		\n			<h2>Lifetime Achievement Award - Jan 2023</h2>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-768x545.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n		https://youtu.be/Nlhk_A40RcI		\n			<h4>Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) - 2023</h4>		\n		<p> We are happy to announce that Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) Provision Program in rural South India was received by<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/hci-board-members/#sulo\">Sulo Krishnamurthy</a></strong> and<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/marie.brien.94?__cft__[0]=AZVQxzjM2I6teeRvM6b4o998lE4mhXtZ9FcN7QMl2ugQNEIPUAS33B9oZCvZNBZZ9aFR3mipGpEjvv5z9zFxc59b-JCYXuihn1hJ0V_o3uJ9D9ejifzMGf9pdhBq2qAyC_TkegyfXP02UrJBoFMSsNTKP-paYZNmYa21PxOuxl73Ew&amp;__tn__=-]K-R\">Marie Brien</a> </strong>in Vienna on 23rd Feb 2023 for our performance in delivering Assistive Technology devices.</p>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"494\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-300x145.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-768x371.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1536x741.jpg 1536w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023.jpg 1591w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n			<h4><a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/Subscribe_NL.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Subscribe to our Newsletter</a></h4>		\n			<a name=\"get\"></a>		\n			<h2><a name=\"involved\">How Can You Get Involved?</a></h2>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/current-projects/\">\n										Sponsor\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Sponsoring a child with disabilities helps with: Food and clothing expenses, Education, Vocational training, Recreational, Medical and rehabilitation expenses. Please look through the options available.</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/donation-options/\">\n										Donate\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Your donation can be used to sponsor a child, feed a facility, fund assistive devices, etc. Every dollar makes an impact!</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"/volunteer/\">\n										Volunteer\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Experience a life-changing educational and cultural experience that will expand your horizons, and enhance your knowledge.</strong></p>		\n			<h2>A Few of Our Success Stories</h2>		\n			[testimonial_view id=\"1\"]		\n			<h2>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-toggle{text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{font-weight:700;line-height:1;margin:0;padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;cursor:pointer;outline:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon{display:inline-block;width:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon svg{-webkit-margin-start:-5px;margin-inline-start:-5px;width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-right{float:right;text-align:right}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-left{float:left;text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active{border-bottom:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;display:none}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{padding:12px}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:12px 10px}}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-toggle,.e-con>.elementor-widget-toggle{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n												<a href=\"\">How can I donate?</a>\n					<p>You have a choice to donating to various causes such as Sponsoring a Child, Assistive Devices, Sponsoring Meals for children with special needs, supporting the Early Intervention Program, etc.</p><p>You can donate through PayPal/Credit Card, the PayPal Giving Fund, or eTransfer.</p><p>Explore our &#8220;Get Involved&#8221; section in our menu to learn more!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">What is the Enabling Inclusion App?</a>\n					<p>A technology leveraged solution to maximize each developmental delayed child’s potential for functional independence, participation and inclusion in community / school.</p><p>To learn more, watch the clip linked below:</p><p><a href=\"http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kB8nirUSgM\">Enabling Inclusion App Demo</a></p>\n												<a href=\"\">Where do I apply to be a volunteer?</a>\n					<p>Check out our placements option in the menu. Here, you can learn more about general volunteering and clinical placements!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">Can I get a clinical placement as a university student?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Currently, clinical placements are available for students who are in their Master&#8217;s Program, in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and in speech language and pathology from all Universities across Canada. More information about placements can be found under Placements &gt; Clinical Placements on the menu bar.</p>\n												<a href=\"\">I am a high school student. Can I get a volunteer placement?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Volunteer placements are available for any/all high school and university students across Canada. Through these placements, volunteers will build invaluable leadership skills, gain cultural insights, cultivate lifelong friendships, and have fun. More information about placements can be found under Placements &gt; General Volunteering on the menu bar.</p>\n												<a href=\"\">My question is not here.</a>\n					<p>Didn&#8217;t answer your question? 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elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><h2><h2 data-elementor-setting-key=\"title\" data-pen-placeholder=\"Type Here...\" style=\"line-height: var( --e-global-typography-primary-line-height ); color: rgb(251, 251, 251); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-size: 29px; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-weight ); letter-spacing: normal; word-spacing: 0px; background-color: rgb(7, 21, 101);\">Tribute to Sri K.V.Mahadevan by\nNaadhashram Academy</h2></h2>		\n		<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 16px; color: #ffff00; font-weight: 500; line-height: 200%;\">Was a GRAND SUCCESS!! <br />Many thanks Naadashram, with special thanks to Karthik Ramalingam and his entire band of singers and players, Sponsors (see below), volunteers, organizers, Special guests, the master of ceremony, the behind the scene tech team and all the attendees who made the event so joyful and so vibrant !!!</p>		\n			[smartslider3 slider=\"11\"]		\n			<h2>Annual Walkathon - 2023</h2>		\n		<p align=\"justify\" style=\"line-height:200%\">We are getting closer to reaching our goal of 800+ <strong> <a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/assistive-technology-program/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Assistive devices</a></strong>\nfor children and youth who are in need. We still have a lot of need for this project, please click on the link above and donate generously.</p>		\n															<img width=\"629\" height=\"775\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg 629w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna-243x300.jpg 243w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 629px) 100vw, 629px\" />															\n		<center>Four year old Alyna had this comment as she left the park...\"This was the best day of my life!\"</center>		\n			<a href=\"https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNjIxeWUp4xXfQwif9Fcn-l2SDPiJVLeEvq6teFGg7Iu6qK3s6g6ojFqCg_fUp26A?key=akZsVVlyOHdYMXZLcWdrc2xjMEZSX1ZGR3Z3MUpB\" role=\"button\">\n						Click Here to View Album\n					</a>\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Who Are We?</a></h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n		<p>Handi-Care Intl. is a registered Canadian charity that is run exclusively by volunteers, enabling us to keep admin charges <b>below 3%</b>. We are dedicated to empowering children with disabilities by building partnerships, fundraising for projects and implementing programs in low resource settings primarily in India. We liaison with major Canadian Universities to facilitate clinical placements and promote volunteerism.</p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAWVhowy9uM		\n			<h2>Our Focus is:</h2>		\n			<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"http://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/plugins/elementor/assets/css/widget-icon-list.min.css\">		<ul>\n							<li>\n										Rehabilitation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Education\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Empowerment\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Clinical Placements - Canadian students\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Research studies\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p>For children and youth with disabilities in rural India.</p>		\n															<img width=\"726\" height=\"469\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg 726w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 726px) 100vw, 726px\" />															\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Where Can My Donations be Used?</a></h2>		\n		<p>You have a choice of donating to various programs such as:</p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Sponsor a Child in Early Intervention\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/Donate/equipment_support_2021.php\">\n										Assistive Devices\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/meal-for-a-day-campus-feeding/\">\n										Meal for a Day / Campus Feeding\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Early Intervention Program\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/adopt-a-child/\">\n										Sponsor a child age 6 to 18\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/sponsor-a-youth/\">\n										Sponsor a youth\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Genaral donation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Give a Gift certificate to someone\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n															<img width=\"1556\" height=\"1040\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg 1556w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-300x201.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1556px) 100vw, 1556px\" />															\n			<p><a name=\"current\"></a>Current happenings....</p>		\n			<h2>Lifetime Achievement Award - Jan 2023</h2>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-768x545.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n		https://youtu.be/Nlhk_A40RcI		\n			<h4>Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) - 2023</h4>		\n		<p> We are happy to announce that Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) Provision Program in rural South India was received by<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/hci-board-members/#sulo\">Sulo Krishnamurthy</a></strong> and<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/marie.brien.94?__cft__[0]=AZVQxzjM2I6teeRvM6b4o998lE4mhXtZ9FcN7QMl2ugQNEIPUAS33B9oZCvZNBZZ9aFR3mipGpEjvv5z9zFxc59b-JCYXuihn1hJ0V_o3uJ9D9ejifzMGf9pdhBq2qAyC_TkegyfXP02UrJBoFMSsNTKP-paYZNmYa21PxOuxl73Ew&amp;__tn__=-]K-R\">Marie Brien</a> </strong>in Vienna on 23rd Feb 2023 for our performance in delivering Assistive Technology devices.</p>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"494\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-300x145.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-768x371.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1536x741.jpg 1536w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023.jpg 1591w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n			<h4><a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/Subscribe_NL.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Subscribe to our Newsletter</a></h4>		\n			<a name=\"get\"></a>		\n			<h2><a name=\"involved\">How Can You Get Involved?</a></h2>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/current-projects/\">\n										Sponsor\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Sponsoring a child with disabilities helps with: Food and clothing expenses, Education, Vocational training, Recreational, Medical and rehabilitation expenses. Please look through the options available.</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/donation-options/\">\n										Donate\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Your donation can be used to sponsor a child, feed a facility, fund assistive devices, etc. Every dollar makes an impact!</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"/volunteer/\">\n										Volunteer\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Experience a life-changing educational and cultural experience that will expand your horizons, and enhance your knowledge.</strong></p>		\n			<h2>A Few of Our Success Stories</h2>		\n			[testimonial_view id=\"1\"]		\n			<h2>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-toggle{text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{font-weight:700;line-height:1;margin:0;padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;cursor:pointer;outline:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon{display:inline-block;width:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon svg{-webkit-margin-start:-5px;margin-inline-start:-5px;width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-right{float:right;text-align:right}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-left{float:left;text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active{border-bottom:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;display:none}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{padding:12px}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:12px 10px}}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-toggle,.e-con>.elementor-widget-toggle{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n												<a href=\"\">How can I donate?</a>\n					<p>You have a choice to donating to various causes such as Sponsoring a Child, Assistive Devices, Sponsoring Meals for children with special needs, supporting the Early Intervention Program, etc.</p><p>You can donate through PayPal/Credit Card, the PayPal Giving Fund, or eTransfer.</p><p>Explore our &#8220;Get Involved&#8221; section in our menu to learn more!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">What is the Enabling Inclusion App?</a>\n					<p>A technology leveraged solution to maximize each developmental delayed child’s potential for functional independence, participation and inclusion in community / school.</p><p>To learn more, watch the clip linked below:</p><p><a href=\"http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kB8nirUSgM\">Enabling Inclusion App Demo</a></p>\n												<a href=\"\">Where do I apply to be a volunteer?</a>\n					<p>Check out our placements option in the menu. Here, you can learn more about general volunteering and clinical placements!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">Can I get a clinical placement as a university student?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Currently, clinical placements are available for students who are in their Master&#8217;s Program, in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and in speech language and pathology from all Universities across Canada. More information about placements can be found under Placements &gt; Clinical Placements on the menu bar.</p>\n												<a href=\"\">I am a high school student. Can I get a volunteer placement?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Volunteer placements are available for any/all high school and university students across Canada. Through these placements, volunteers will build invaluable leadership skills, gain cultural insights, cultivate lifelong friendships, and have fun. 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elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><h2><h2 data-elementor-setting-key=\"title\" data-pen-placeholder=\"Type Here...\" style=\"line-height: var( --e-global-typography-primary-line-height ); color: rgb(251, 251, 251); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-size: 29px; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-weight ); letter-spacing: normal; word-spacing: 0px; background-color: rgb(7, 21, 101);\">Tribute to Sri K.V.Mahadevan by\nNaadhashram Academy</h2></h2>		\n		<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 16px; color: #ffff00; font-weight: 500; line-height: 200%;\">Was a GRAND SUCCESS!! <br />Many thanks Naadashram, with special thanks to Karthik Ramalingam and his entire band of singers and players, Sponsors (see below), volunteers, organizers, Special guests, the master of ceremony, the behind the scene tech team and all the attendees who made the event so joyful and so vibrant !!!</p>		\n			[smartslider3 slider=\"11\"]		\n			<h2>Annual Walkathon - 2023</h2>		\n		<p align=\"justify\" style=\"line-height:200%\">We are getting closer to reaching our goal of 800+ <strong> <a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/assistive-technology-program/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Assistive devices</a></strong>\nfor children and youth who are in need. We still have a lot of need for this project, please click on the link above and donate generously.</p>		\n															<img width=\"629\" height=\"775\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg 629w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna-243x300.jpg 243w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 629px) 100vw, 629px\" />															\n		<center>Four year old Alyna had this comment as she left the park...\"This was the best day of my life!\"</center>		\n			<a href=\"https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNjIxeWUp4xXfQwif9Fcn-l2SDPiJVLeEvq6teFGg7Iu6qK3s6g6ojFqCg_fUp26A?key=akZsVVlyOHdYMXZLcWdrc2xjMEZSX1ZGR3Z3MUpB\" role=\"button\">\n						Click Here to View Album\n					</a>\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Who Are We?</a></h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n		<p>Handi-Care Intl. is a registered Canadian charity that is run exclusively by volunteers, enabling us to keep admin charges <b>below 3%</b>. We are dedicated to empowering children with disabilities by building partnerships, fundraising for projects and implementing programs in low resource settings primarily in India. We liaison with major Canadian Universities to facilitate clinical placements and promote volunteerism.</p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAWVhowy9uM		\n			<h2>Our Focus is:</h2>		\n			<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"http://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/plugins/elementor/assets/css/widget-icon-list.min.css\">		<ul>\n							<li>\n										Rehabilitation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Education\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Empowerment\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Clinical Placements - Canadian students\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Research studies\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p>For children and youth with disabilities in rural India.</p>		\n															<img width=\"726\" height=\"469\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg 726w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 726px) 100vw, 726px\" />															\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Where Can My Donations be Used?</a></h2>		\n		<p>You have a choice of donating to various programs such as:</p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Sponsor a Child in Early Intervention\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/Donate/equipment_support_2021.php\">\n										Assistive Devices\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/meal-for-a-day-campus-feeding/\">\n										Meal for a Day / Campus Feeding\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Early Intervention Program\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/adopt-a-child/\">\n										Sponsor a child age 6 to 18\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/sponsor-a-youth/\">\n										Sponsor a youth\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Genaral donation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Give a Gift certificate to someone\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n															<img width=\"1556\" height=\"1040\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg 1556w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-300x201.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1556px) 100vw, 1556px\" />															\n			<p><a name=\"current\"></a>Current happenings....</p>		\n			<h2>Lifetime Achievement Award - Jan 2023</h2>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-768x545.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n		https://youtu.be/Nlhk_A40RcI		\n			<h4>Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) - 2023</h4>		\n		<p> We are happy to announce that Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) Provision Program in rural South India was received by<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/hci-board-members/#sulo\">Sulo Krishnamurthy</a></strong> and<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/marie.brien.94?__cft__[0]=AZVQxzjM2I6teeRvM6b4o998lE4mhXtZ9FcN7QMl2ugQNEIPUAS33B9oZCvZNBZZ9aFR3mipGpEjvv5z9zFxc59b-JCYXuihn1hJ0V_o3uJ9D9ejifzMGf9pdhBq2qAyC_TkegyfXP02UrJBoFMSsNTKP-paYZNmYa21PxOuxl73Ew&amp;__tn__=-]K-R\">Marie Brien</a> </strong>in Vienna on 23rd Feb 2023 for our performance in delivering Assistive Technology devices.</p>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"494\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-300x145.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-768x371.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1536x741.jpg 1536w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023.jpg 1591w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n			<h4><a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/Subscribe_NL.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Subscribe to our Newsletter</a></h4>		\n			<a name=\"get\"></a>		\n			<h2><a name=\"involved\">How Can You Get Involved?</a></h2>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/current-projects/\">\n										Sponsor\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Sponsoring a child with disabilities helps with: Food and clothing expenses, Education, Vocational training, Recreational, Medical and rehabilitation expenses. Please look through the options available.</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/donation-options/\">\n										Donate\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Your donation can be used to sponsor a child, feed a facility, fund assistive devices, etc. Every dollar makes an impact!</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"/volunteer/\">\n										Volunteer\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Experience a life-changing educational and cultural experience that will expand your horizons, and enhance your knowledge.</strong></p>		\n			<h2>A Few of Our Success Stories</h2>		\n			[testimonial_view id=\"1\"]		\n			<h2>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-toggle{text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{font-weight:700;line-height:1;margin:0;padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;cursor:pointer;outline:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon{display:inline-block;width:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon svg{-webkit-margin-start:-5px;margin-inline-start:-5px;width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-right{float:right;text-align:right}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-left{float:left;text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active{border-bottom:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;display:none}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{padding:12px}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:12px 10px}}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-toggle,.e-con>.elementor-widget-toggle{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n												<a href=\"\">How can I donate?</a>\n					<p>You have a choice to donating to various causes such as Sponsoring a Child, Assistive Devices, Sponsoring Meals for children with special needs, supporting the Early Intervention Program, etc.</p><p>You can donate through PayPal/Credit Card, the PayPal Giving Fund, or eTransfer.</p><p>Explore our &#8220;Get Involved&#8221; section in our menu to learn more!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">What is the Enabling Inclusion App?</a>\n					<p>A technology leveraged solution to maximize each developmental delayed child’s potential for functional independence, participation and inclusion in community / school.</p><p>To learn more, watch the clip linked below:</p><p><a href=\"http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kB8nirUSgM\">Enabling Inclusion App Demo</a></p>\n												<a href=\"\">Where do I apply to be a volunteer?</a>\n					<p>Check out our placements option in the menu. Here, you can learn more about general volunteering and clinical placements!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">Can I get a clinical placement as a university student?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Currently, clinical placements are available for students who are in their Master&#8217;s Program, in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and in speech language and pathology from all Universities across Canada. More information about placements can be found under Placements &gt; Clinical Placements on the menu bar.</p>\n												<a href=\"\">I am a high school student. Can I get a volunteer placement?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Volunteer placements are available for any/all high school and university students across Canada. Through these placements, volunteers will build invaluable leadership skills, gain cultural insights, cultivate lifelong friendships, and have fun. 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elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><h2><h2 data-elementor-setting-key=\"title\" data-pen-placeholder=\"Type Here...\" style=\"line-height: var( --e-global-typography-primary-line-height ); color: rgb(251, 251, 251); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-size: 29px; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-weight ); letter-spacing: normal; word-spacing: 0px; background-color: rgb(7, 21, 101);\">Tribute to Sri K.V.Mahadevan by\nNaadhashram Academy</h2></h2>		\n		<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 16px; color: #ffff00; font-weight: 500; line-height: 200%;\">Was a GRAND SUCCESS!! <br />Many thanks Naadashram, with special thanks to Karthik Ramalingam and his entire band of singers and players, Sponsors (see below), volunteers, organizers, Special guests, the master of ceremony, the behind the scene tech team and all the attendees who made the event so joyful and so vibrant !!!</p>		\n			[smartslider3 slider=\"11\"]		\n			<h2>Annual Walkathon - 2023</h2>		\n		<p align=\"justify\" style=\"line-height:200%\">We are getting closer to reaching our goal of 800+ <strong> <a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/assistive-technology-program/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Assistive devices</a></strong>\nfor children and youth who are in need. We still have a lot of need for this project, please click on the link above and donate generously.</p>		\n															<img width=\"629\" height=\"775\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg 629w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna-243x300.jpg 243w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 629px) 100vw, 629px\" />															\n		<center>Four year old Alyna had this comment as she left the park...\"This was the best day of my life!\"</center>		\n			<a href=\"https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNjIxeWUp4xXfQwif9Fcn-l2SDPiJVLeEvq6teFGg7Iu6qK3s6g6ojFqCg_fUp26A?key=akZsVVlyOHdYMXZLcWdrc2xjMEZSX1ZGR3Z3MUpB\" role=\"button\">\n						Click Here to View Album\n					</a>\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Who Are We?</a></h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n		<p>Handi-Care Intl. is a registered Canadian charity that is run exclusively by volunteers, enabling us to keep admin charges <b>below 3%</b>. We are dedicated to empowering children with disabilities by building partnerships, fundraising for projects and implementing programs in low resource settings primarily in India. We liaison with major Canadian Universities to facilitate clinical placements and promote volunteerism.</p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAWVhowy9uM		\n			<h2>Our Focus is:</h2>		\n			<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"http://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/plugins/elementor/assets/css/widget-icon-list.min.css\">		<ul>\n							<li>\n										Rehabilitation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Education\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Empowerment\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Clinical Placements - Canadian students\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Research studies\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p>For children and youth with disabilities in rural India.</p>		\n															<img width=\"726\" height=\"469\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg 726w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 726px) 100vw, 726px\" />															\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Where Can My Donations be Used?</a></h2>		\n		<p>You have a choice of donating to various programs such as:</p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Sponsor a Child in Early Intervention\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/Donate/equipment_support_2021.php\">\n										Assistive Devices\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/meal-for-a-day-campus-feeding/\">\n										Meal for a Day / Campus Feeding\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Early Intervention Program\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/adopt-a-child/\">\n										Sponsor a child age 6 to 18\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/sponsor-a-youth/\">\n										Sponsor a youth\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Genaral donation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Give a Gift certificate to someone\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n															<img width=\"1556\" height=\"1040\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg 1556w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-300x201.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1556px) 100vw, 1556px\" />															\n			<p><a name=\"current\"></a>Current happenings....</p>		\n			<h2>Lifetime Achievement Award - Jan 2023</h2>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-768x545.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n		https://youtu.be/Nlhk_A40RcI		\n			<h4>Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) - 2023</h4>		\n		<p> We are happy to announce that Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) Provision Program in rural South India was received by<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/hci-board-members/#sulo\">Sulo Krishnamurthy</a></strong> and<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/marie.brien.94?__cft__[0]=AZVQxzjM2I6teeRvM6b4o998lE4mhXtZ9FcN7QMl2ugQNEIPUAS33B9oZCvZNBZZ9aFR3mipGpEjvv5z9zFxc59b-JCYXuihn1hJ0V_o3uJ9D9ejifzMGf9pdhBq2qAyC_TkegyfXP02UrJBoFMSsNTKP-paYZNmYa21PxOuxl73Ew&amp;__tn__=-]K-R\">Marie Brien</a> </strong>in Vienna on 23rd Feb 2023 for our performance in delivering Assistive Technology devices.</p>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"494\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-300x145.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-768x371.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1536x741.jpg 1536w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023.jpg 1591w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n			<h4><a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/Subscribe_NL.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Subscribe to our Newsletter</a></h4>		\n			<a name=\"get\"></a>		\n			<h2><a name=\"involved\">How Can You Get Involved?</a></h2>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/current-projects/\">\n										Sponsor\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Sponsoring a child with disabilities helps with: Food and clothing expenses, Education, Vocational training, Recreational, Medical and rehabilitation expenses. Please look through the options available.</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/donation-options/\">\n										Donate\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Your donation can be used to sponsor a child, feed a facility, fund assistive devices, etc. Every dollar makes an impact!</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"/volunteer/\">\n										Volunteer\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Experience a life-changing educational and cultural experience that will expand your horizons, and enhance your knowledge.</strong></p>		\n			<h2>A Few of Our Success Stories</h2>		\n			[testimonial_view id=\"1\"]		\n			<h2>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-toggle{text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{font-weight:700;line-height:1;margin:0;padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;cursor:pointer;outline:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon{display:inline-block;width:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon svg{-webkit-margin-start:-5px;margin-inline-start:-5px;width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-right{float:right;text-align:right}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-left{float:left;text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active{border-bottom:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;display:none}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{padding:12px}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:12px 10px}}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-toggle,.e-con>.elementor-widget-toggle{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n												<a href=\"\">How can I donate?</a>\n					<p>You have a choice to donating to various causes such as Sponsoring a Child, Assistive Devices, Sponsoring Meals for children with special needs, supporting the Early Intervention Program, etc.</p><p>You can donate through PayPal/Credit Card, the PayPal Giving Fund, or eTransfer.</p><p>Explore our &#8220;Get Involved&#8221; section in our menu to learn more!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">What is the Enabling Inclusion App?</a>\n					<p>A technology leveraged solution to maximize each developmental delayed child’s potential for functional independence, participation and inclusion in community / school.</p><p>To learn more, watch the clip linked below:</p><p><a href=\"http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kB8nirUSgM\">Enabling Inclusion App Demo</a></p>\n												<a href=\"\">Where do I apply to be a volunteer?</a>\n					<p>Check out our placements option in the menu. Here, you can learn more about general volunteering and clinical placements!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">Can I get a clinical placement as a university student?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Currently, clinical placements are available for students who are in their Master&#8217;s Program, in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and in speech language and pathology from all Universities across Canada. More information about placements can be found under Placements &gt; Clinical Placements on the menu bar.</p>\n												<a href=\"\">I am a high school student. Can I get a volunteer placement?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Volunteer placements are available for any/all high school and university students across Canada. Through these placements, volunteers will build invaluable leadership skills, gain cultural insights, cultivate lifelong friendships, and have fun. 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elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><h2><h2 data-elementor-setting-key=\"title\" data-pen-placeholder=\"Type Here...\" style=\"line-height: var( --e-global-typography-primary-line-height ); color: rgb(251, 251, 251); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-size: 29px; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-weight ); letter-spacing: normal; word-spacing: 0px; background-color: rgb(7, 21, 101);\">Tribute to Sri K.V.Mahadevan by\nNaadhashram Academy</h2></h2>		\n		<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 16px; color: #ffff00; font-weight: 500; line-height: 200%;\">Was a GRAND SUCCESS!! <br />Many thanks Naadashram, with special thanks to Karthik Ramalingam and his entire band of singers and players, Sponsors (see below), volunteers, organizers, Special guests, the master of ceremony, the behind the scene tech team and all the attendees who made the event so joyful and so vibrant !!!</p>		\n			[smartslider3 slider=\"11\"]		\n			<h2>Annual Walkathon - 2023</h2>		\n		<p align=\"justify\" style=\"line-height:200%\">We are getting closer to reaching our goal of 800+ <strong> <a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/assistive-technology-program/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Assistive devices</a></strong>\nfor children and youth who are in need. We still have a lot of need for this project, please click on the link above and donate generously.</p>		\n															<img width=\"629\" height=\"775\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg 629w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna-243x300.jpg 243w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 629px) 100vw, 629px\" />															\n		<center>Four year old Alyna had this comment as she left the park...\"This was the best day of my life!\"</center>		\n			<a href=\"https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNjIxeWUp4xXfQwif9Fcn-l2SDPiJVLeEvq6teFGg7Iu6qK3s6g6ojFqCg_fUp26A?key=akZsVVlyOHdYMXZLcWdrc2xjMEZSX1ZGR3Z3MUpB\" role=\"button\">\n						Click Here to View Album\n					</a>\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Who Are We?</a></h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n		<p>Handi-Care Intl. is a registered Canadian charity that is run exclusively by volunteers, enabling us to keep admin charges <b>below 3%</b>. We are dedicated to empowering children with disabilities by building partnerships, fundraising for projects and implementing programs in low resource settings primarily in India. We liaison with major Canadian Universities to facilitate clinical placements and promote volunteerism.</p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAWVhowy9uM		\n			<h2>Our Focus is:</h2>		\n			<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"http://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/plugins/elementor/assets/css/widget-icon-list.min.css\">		<ul>\n							<li>\n										Rehabilitation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Education\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Empowerment\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Clinical Placements - Canadian students\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Research studies\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p>For children and youth with disabilities in rural India.</p>		\n															<img width=\"726\" height=\"469\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg 726w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 726px) 100vw, 726px\" />															\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Where Can My Donations be Used?</a></h2>		\n		<p>You have a choice of donating to various programs such as:</p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Sponsor a Child in Early Intervention\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/Donate/equipment_support_2021.php\">\n										Assistive Devices\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/meal-for-a-day-campus-feeding/\">\n										Meal for a Day / Campus Feeding\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Early Intervention Program\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/adopt-a-child/\">\n										Sponsor a child age 6 to 18\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/sponsor-a-youth/\">\n										Sponsor a youth\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Genaral donation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Give a Gift certificate to someone\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n															<img width=\"1556\" height=\"1040\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg 1556w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-300x201.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1556px) 100vw, 1556px\" />															\n			<p><a name=\"current\"></a>Current happenings....</p>		\n			<h2>Lifetime Achievement Award - Jan 2023</h2>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-768x545.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n		https://youtu.be/Nlhk_A40RcI		\n			<h4>Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) - 2023</h4>		\n		<p> We are happy to announce that Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) Provision Program in rural South India was received by<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/hci-board-members/#sulo\">Sulo Krishnamurthy</a></strong> and<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/marie.brien.94?__cft__[0]=AZVQxzjM2I6teeRvM6b4o998lE4mhXtZ9FcN7QMl2ugQNEIPUAS33B9oZCvZNBZZ9aFR3mipGpEjvv5z9zFxc59b-JCYXuihn1hJ0V_o3uJ9D9ejifzMGf9pdhBq2qAyC_TkegyfXP02UrJBoFMSsNTKP-paYZNmYa21PxOuxl73Ew&amp;__tn__=-]K-R\">Marie Brien</a> </strong>in Vienna on 23rd Feb 2023 for our performance in delivering Assistive Technology devices.</p>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"494\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-300x145.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-768x371.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1536x741.jpg 1536w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023.jpg 1591w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n			<h4><a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/Subscribe_NL.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Subscribe to our Newsletter</a></h4>		\n			<a name=\"get\"></a>		\n			<h2><a name=\"involved\">How Can You Get Involved?</a></h2>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/current-projects/\">\n										Sponsor\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Sponsoring a child with disabilities helps with: Food and clothing expenses, Education, Vocational training, Recreational, Medical and rehabilitation expenses. Please look through the options available.</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/donation-options/\">\n										Donate\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Your donation can be used to sponsor a child, feed a facility, fund assistive devices, etc. Every dollar makes an impact!</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"/volunteer/\">\n										Volunteer\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Experience a life-changing educational and cultural experience that will expand your horizons, and enhance your knowledge.</strong></p>		\n			<h2>A Few of Our Success Stories</h2>		\n			[testimonial_view id=\"1\"]		\n			<h2>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-toggle{text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{font-weight:700;line-height:1;margin:0;padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;cursor:pointer;outline:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon{display:inline-block;width:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon svg{-webkit-margin-start:-5px;margin-inline-start:-5px;width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-right{float:right;text-align:right}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-left{float:left;text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active{border-bottom:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;display:none}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{padding:12px}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:12px 10px}}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-toggle,.e-con>.elementor-widget-toggle{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n												<a href=\"\">How can I donate?</a>\n					<p>You have a choice to donating to various causes such as Sponsoring a Child, Assistive Devices, Sponsoring Meals for children with special needs, supporting the Early Intervention Program, etc.</p><p>You can donate through PayPal/Credit Card, the PayPal Giving Fund, or eTransfer.</p><p>Explore our &#8220;Get Involved&#8221; section in our menu to learn more!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">What is the Enabling Inclusion App?</a>\n					<p>A technology leveraged solution to maximize each developmental delayed child’s potential for functional independence, participation and inclusion in community / school.</p><p>To learn more, watch the clip linked below:</p><p><a href=\"http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kB8nirUSgM\">Enabling Inclusion App Demo</a></p>\n												<a href=\"\">Where do I apply to be a volunteer?</a>\n					<p>Check out our placements option in the menu. Here, you can learn more about general volunteering and clinical placements!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">Can I get a clinical placement as a university student?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Currently, clinical placements are available for students who are in their Master&#8217;s Program, in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and in speech language and pathology from all Universities across Canada. More information about placements can be found under Placements &gt; Clinical Placements on the menu bar.</p>\n												<a href=\"\">I am a high school student. Can I get a volunteer placement?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Volunteer placements are available for any/all high school and university students across Canada. Through these placements, volunteers will build invaluable leadership skills, gain cultural insights, cultivate lifelong friendships, and have fun. 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elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><h2><h2 data-elementor-setting-key=\"title\" data-pen-placeholder=\"Type Here...\" style=\"line-height: var( --e-global-typography-primary-line-height ); color: rgb(251, 251, 251); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-size: 29px; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-weight ); letter-spacing: normal; word-spacing: 0px; background-color: rgb(7, 21, 101);\">Tribute to Sri K.V.Mahadevan by\nNaadhashram Academy</h2></h2>		\n		<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 16px; color: #ffff00; font-weight: 500; line-height: 200%;\">Was a GRAND SUCCESS!! <br />Many thanks Naadashram, with special thanks to Karthik Ramalingam and his entire band of singers and players, Sponsors (see below), volunteers, organizers, Special guests, the master of ceremony, the behind the scene tech team and all the attendees who made the event so joyful and so vibrant !!!</p>		\n			[smartslider3 slider=\"11\"]		\n			<h2>Annual Walkathon - 2023</h2>		\n		<p align=\"justify\" style=\"line-height:200%\">We are getting closer to reaching our goal of 800+ <strong> <a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/assistive-technology-program/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Assistive devices</a></strong>\nfor children and youth who are in need. We still have a lot of need for this project, please click on the link above and donate generously.</p>		\n															<img width=\"629\" height=\"775\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg 629w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna-243x300.jpg 243w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 629px) 100vw, 629px\" />															\n		<center>Four year old Alyna had this comment as she left the park...\"This was the best day of my life!\"</center>		\n			<a href=\"https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNjIxeWUp4xXfQwif9Fcn-l2SDPiJVLeEvq6teFGg7Iu6qK3s6g6ojFqCg_fUp26A?key=akZsVVlyOHdYMXZLcWdrc2xjMEZSX1ZGR3Z3MUpB\" role=\"button\">\n						Click Here to View Album\n					</a>\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Who Are We?</a></h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n		<p>Handi-Care Intl. is a registered Canadian charity that is run exclusively by volunteers, enabling us to keep admin charges <b>below 3%</b>. We are dedicated to empowering children with disabilities by building partnerships, fundraising for projects and implementing programs in low resource settings primarily in India. We liaison with major Canadian Universities to facilitate clinical placements and promote volunteerism.</p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAWVhowy9uM		\n			<h2>Our Focus is:</h2>		\n			<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"http://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/plugins/elementor/assets/css/widget-icon-list.min.css\">		<ul>\n							<li>\n										Rehabilitation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Education\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Empowerment\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Clinical Placements - Canadian students\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Research studies\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p>For children and youth with disabilities in rural India.</p>		\n															<img width=\"726\" height=\"469\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg 726w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 726px) 100vw, 726px\" />															\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Where Can My Donations be Used?</a></h2>		\n		<p>You have a choice of donating to various programs such as:</p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Sponsor a Child in Early Intervention\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/Donate/equipment_support_2021.php\">\n										Assistive Devices\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/meal-for-a-day-campus-feeding/\">\n										Meal for a Day / Campus Feeding\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Early Intervention Program\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/adopt-a-child/\">\n										Sponsor a child age 6 to 18\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/sponsor-a-youth/\">\n										Sponsor a youth\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Genaral donation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Give a Gift certificate to someone\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n															<img width=\"1556\" height=\"1040\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg 1556w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-300x201.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1556px) 100vw, 1556px\" />															\n			<p><a name=\"current\"></a>Current happenings....</p>		\n			<h2>Lifetime Achievement Award - Jan 2023</h2>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-768x545.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n		https://youtu.be/Nlhk_A40RcI		\n			<h4>Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) - 2023</h4>		\n		<p> We are happy to announce that Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) Provision Program in rural South India was received by<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/hci-board-members/#sulo\">Sulo Krishnamurthy</a></strong> and<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/marie.brien.94?__cft__[0]=AZVQxzjM2I6teeRvM6b4o998lE4mhXtZ9FcN7QMl2ugQNEIPUAS33B9oZCvZNBZZ9aFR3mipGpEjvv5z9zFxc59b-JCYXuihn1hJ0V_o3uJ9D9ejifzMGf9pdhBq2qAyC_TkegyfXP02UrJBoFMSsNTKP-paYZNmYa21PxOuxl73Ew&amp;__tn__=-]K-R\">Marie Brien</a> </strong>in Vienna on 23rd Feb 2023 for our performance in delivering Assistive Technology devices.</p>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"494\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-300x145.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-768x371.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1536x741.jpg 1536w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023.jpg 1591w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n			<h4><a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/Subscribe_NL.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Subscribe to our Newsletter</a></h4>		\n			<a name=\"get\"></a>		\n			<h2><a name=\"involved\">How Can You Get Involved?</a></h2>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/current-projects/\">\n										Sponsor\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Sponsoring a child with disabilities helps with: Food and clothing expenses, Education, Vocational training, Recreational, Medical and rehabilitation expenses. Please look through the options available.</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/donation-options/\">\n										Donate\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Your donation can be used to sponsor a child, feed a facility, fund assistive devices, etc. Every dollar makes an impact!</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"/volunteer/\">\n										Volunteer\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Experience a life-changing educational and cultural experience that will expand your horizons, and enhance your knowledge.</strong></p>		\n			<h2>A Few of Our Success Stories</h2>		\n			[testimonial_view id=\"1\"]		\n			<h2>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-toggle{text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{font-weight:700;line-height:1;margin:0;padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;cursor:pointer;outline:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon{display:inline-block;width:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon svg{-webkit-margin-start:-5px;margin-inline-start:-5px;width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-right{float:right;text-align:right}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-left{float:left;text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active{border-bottom:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;display:none}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{padding:12px}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:12px 10px}}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-toggle,.e-con>.elementor-widget-toggle{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n												<a href=\"\">How can I donate?</a>\n					<p>You have a choice to donating to various causes such as Sponsoring a Child, Assistive Devices, Sponsoring Meals for children with special needs, supporting the Early Intervention Program, etc.</p><p>You can donate through PayPal/Credit Card, the PayPal Giving Fund, or eTransfer.</p><p>Explore our &#8220;Get Involved&#8221; section in our menu to learn more!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">What is the Enabling Inclusion App?</a>\n					<p>A technology leveraged solution to maximize each developmental delayed child’s potential for functional independence, participation and inclusion in community / school.</p><p>To learn more, watch the clip linked below:</p><p><a href=\"http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kB8nirUSgM\">Enabling Inclusion App Demo</a></p>\n												<a href=\"\">Where do I apply to be a volunteer?</a>\n					<p>Check out our placements option in the menu. Here, you can learn more about general volunteering and clinical placements!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">Can I get a clinical placement as a university student?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Currently, clinical placements are available for students who are in their Master&#8217;s Program, in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and in speech language and pathology from all Universities across Canada. More information about placements can be found under Placements &gt; Clinical Placements on the menu bar.</p>\n												<a href=\"\">I am a high school student. Can I get a volunteer placement?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Volunteer placements are available for any/all high school and university students across Canada. Through these placements, volunteers will build invaluable leadership skills, gain cultural insights, cultivate lifelong friendships, and have fun. 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elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><h2><h2 data-elementor-setting-key=\"title\" data-pen-placeholder=\"Type Here...\" style=\"line-height: var( --e-global-typography-primary-line-height ); color: rgb(251, 251, 251); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-size: 29px; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-weight ); letter-spacing: normal; word-spacing: 0px; background-color: rgb(7, 21, 101);\">Tribute to Sri K.V.Mahadevan by\nNaadhashram Academy</h2></h2>		\n		<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 16px; color: #ffff00; font-weight: 500; line-height: 200%;\">Was a GRAND SUCCESS!! <br />Many thanks Naadashram, with special thanks to Karthik Ramalingam and his entire band of singers and players, Sponsors (see below), volunteers, organizers, Special guests, the master of ceremony, the behind the scene tech team and all the attendees who made the event so joyful and so vibrant !!!</p>		\n			[smartslider3 slider=\"11\"]		\n			<h2>Annual Walkathon - 2023</h2>		\n		<p align=\"justify\" style=\"line-height:200%\">We are getting closer to reaching our goal of 800+ <strong> <a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/assistive-technology-program/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Assistive devices</a></strong>\nfor children and youth who are in need. We still have a lot of need for this project, please click on the link above and donate generously.</p>		\n															<img width=\"629\" height=\"775\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg 629w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna-243x300.jpg 243w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 629px) 100vw, 629px\" />															\n		<center>Four year old Alyna had this comment as she left the park...\"This was the best day of my life!\"</center>		\n			<a href=\"https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNjIxeWUp4xXfQwif9Fcn-l2SDPiJVLeEvq6teFGg7Iu6qK3s6g6ojFqCg_fUp26A?key=akZsVVlyOHdYMXZLcWdrc2xjMEZSX1ZGR3Z3MUpB\" role=\"button\">\n						Click Here to View Album\n					</a>\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Who Are We?</a></h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n		<p>Handi-Care Intl. is a registered Canadian charity that is run exclusively by volunteers, enabling us to keep admin charges <b>below 3%</b>. We are dedicated to empowering children with disabilities by building partnerships, fundraising for projects and implementing programs in low resource settings primarily in India. We liaison with major Canadian Universities to facilitate clinical placements and promote volunteerism.</p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAWVhowy9uM		\n			<h2>Our Focus is:</h2>		\n			<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"http://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/plugins/elementor/assets/css/widget-icon-list.min.css\">		<ul>\n							<li>\n										Rehabilitation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Education\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Empowerment\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Clinical Placements - Canadian students\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Research studies\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p>For children and youth with disabilities in rural India.</p>		\n															<img width=\"726\" height=\"469\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg 726w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 726px) 100vw, 726px\" />															\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Where Can My Donations be Used?</a></h2>		\n		<p>You have a choice of donating to various programs such as:</p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Sponsor a Child in Early Intervention\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/Donate/equipment_support_2021.php\">\n										Assistive Devices\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/meal-for-a-day-campus-feeding/\">\n										Meal for a Day / Campus Feeding\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Early Intervention Program\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/adopt-a-child/\">\n										Sponsor a child age 6 to 18\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/sponsor-a-youth/\">\n										Sponsor a youth\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Genaral donation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Give a Gift certificate to someone\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n															<img width=\"1556\" height=\"1040\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg 1556w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-300x201.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1556px) 100vw, 1556px\" />															\n			<p><a name=\"current\"></a>Current happenings....</p>		\n			<h2>Lifetime Achievement Award - Jan 2023</h2>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-768x545.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n		https://youtu.be/Nlhk_A40RcI		\n			<h4>Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) - 2023</h4>		\n		<p> We are happy to announce that Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) Provision Program in rural South India was received by<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/hci-board-members/#sulo\">Sulo Krishnamurthy</a></strong> and<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/marie.brien.94?__cft__[0]=AZVQxzjM2I6teeRvM6b4o998lE4mhXtZ9FcN7QMl2ugQNEIPUAS33B9oZCvZNBZZ9aFR3mipGpEjvv5z9zFxc59b-JCYXuihn1hJ0V_o3uJ9D9ejifzMGf9pdhBq2qAyC_TkegyfXP02UrJBoFMSsNTKP-paYZNmYa21PxOuxl73Ew&amp;__tn__=-]K-R\">Marie Brien</a> </strong>in Vienna on 23rd Feb 2023 for our performance in delivering Assistive Technology devices.</p>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"494\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-300x145.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-768x371.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1536x741.jpg 1536w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023.jpg 1591w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n			<h4><a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/Subscribe_NL.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Subscribe to our Newsletter</a></h4>		\n			<a name=\"get\"></a>		\n			<h2><a name=\"involved\">How Can You Get Involved?</a></h2>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/current-projects/\">\n										Sponsor\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Sponsoring a child with disabilities helps with: Food and clothing expenses, Education, Vocational training, Recreational, Medical and rehabilitation expenses. Please look through the options available.</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/donation-options/\">\n										Donate\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Your donation can be used to sponsor a child, feed a facility, fund assistive devices, etc. Every dollar makes an impact!</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"/volunteer/\">\n										Volunteer\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Experience a life-changing educational and cultural experience that will expand your horizons, and enhance your knowledge.</strong></p>		\n			<h2>A Few of Our Success Stories</h2>		\n			[testimonial_view id=\"1\"]		\n			<h2>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-toggle{text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{font-weight:700;line-height:1;margin:0;padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;cursor:pointer;outline:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon{display:inline-block;width:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon svg{-webkit-margin-start:-5px;margin-inline-start:-5px;width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-right{float:right;text-align:right}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-left{float:left;text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active{border-bottom:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;display:none}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{padding:12px}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:12px 10px}}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-toggle,.e-con>.elementor-widget-toggle{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n												<a href=\"\">How can I donate?</a>\n					<p>You have a choice to donating to various causes such as Sponsoring a Child, Assistive Devices, Sponsoring Meals for children with special needs, supporting the Early Intervention Program, etc.</p><p>You can donate through PayPal/Credit Card, the PayPal Giving Fund, or eTransfer.</p><p>Explore our &#8220;Get Involved&#8221; section in our menu to learn more!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">What is the Enabling Inclusion App?</a>\n					<p>A technology leveraged solution to maximize each developmental delayed child’s potential for functional independence, participation and inclusion in community / school.</p><p>To learn more, watch the clip linked below:</p><p><a href=\"http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kB8nirUSgM\">Enabling Inclusion App Demo</a></p>\n												<a href=\"\">Where do I apply to be a volunteer?</a>\n					<p>Check out our placements option in the menu. Here, you can learn more about general volunteering and clinical placements!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">Can I get a clinical placement as a university student?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Currently, clinical placements are available for students who are in their Master&#8217;s Program, in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and in speech language and pathology from all Universities across Canada. More information about placements can be found under Placements &gt; Clinical Placements on the menu bar.</p>\n												<a href=\"\">I am a high school student. Can I get a volunteer placement?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Volunteer placements are available for any/all high school and university students across Canada. Through these placements, volunteers will build invaluable leadership skills, gain cultural insights, cultivate lifelong friendships, and have fun. 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elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><h2><h2 data-elementor-setting-key=\"title\" data-pen-placeholder=\"Type Here...\" style=\"line-height: var( --e-global-typography-primary-line-height ); color: rgb(251, 251, 251); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-size: 29px; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-weight ); letter-spacing: normal; word-spacing: 0px; background-color: rgb(7, 21, 101);\">Tribute to Sri K.V.Mahadevan by\nNaadhashram Academy</h2></h2>		\n		<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 16px; color: #ffff00; font-weight: 500; line-height: 200%;\">Was a GRAND SUCCESS!! <br />Many thanks Naadashram, with special thanks to Karthik Ramalingam and his entire band of singers and players, Sponsors (see below), volunteers, organizers, Special guests, the master of ceremony, the behind the scene tech team and all the attendees who made the event so joyful and so vibrant !!!</p>		\n			[smartslider3 slider=\"11\"]		\n			<h2>Annual Walkathon - 2023</h2>		\n		<p align=\"justify\" style=\"line-height:200%\">We are getting closer to reaching our goal of 800+ <strong> <a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/assistive-technology-program/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Assistive devices</a></strong>\nfor children and youth who are in need. We still have a lot of need for this project, please click on the link above and donate generously.</p>		\n															<img width=\"629\" height=\"775\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg 629w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna-243x300.jpg 243w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 629px) 100vw, 629px\" />															\n		<center>Four year old Alyna had this comment as she left the park...\"This was the best day of my life!\"</center>		\n			<a href=\"https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNjIxeWUp4xXfQwif9Fcn-l2SDPiJVLeEvq6teFGg7Iu6qK3s6g6ojFqCg_fUp26A?key=akZsVVlyOHdYMXZLcWdrc2xjMEZSX1ZGR3Z3MUpB\" role=\"button\">\n						Click Here to View Album\n					</a>\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Who Are We?</a></h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n		<p>Handi-Care Intl. is a registered Canadian charity that is run exclusively by volunteers, enabling us to keep admin charges <b>below 3%</b>. We are dedicated to empowering children with disabilities by building partnerships, fundraising for projects and implementing programs in low resource settings primarily in India. We liaison with major Canadian Universities to facilitate clinical placements and promote volunteerism.</p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAWVhowy9uM		\n			<h2>Our Focus is:</h2>		\n			<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"http://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/plugins/elementor/assets/css/widget-icon-list.min.css\">		<ul>\n							<li>\n										Rehabilitation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Education\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Empowerment\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Clinical Placements - Canadian students\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Research studies\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p>For children and youth with disabilities in rural India.</p>		\n															<img width=\"726\" height=\"469\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg 726w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 726px) 100vw, 726px\" />															\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Where Can My Donations be Used?</a></h2>		\n		<p>You have a choice of donating to various programs such as:</p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Sponsor a Child in Early Intervention\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/Donate/equipment_support_2021.php\">\n										Assistive Devices\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/meal-for-a-day-campus-feeding/\">\n										Meal for a Day / Campus Feeding\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Early Intervention Program\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/adopt-a-child/\">\n										Sponsor a child age 6 to 18\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/sponsor-a-youth/\">\n										Sponsor a youth\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Genaral donation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Give a Gift certificate to someone\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n															<img width=\"1556\" height=\"1040\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg 1556w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-300x201.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1556px) 100vw, 1556px\" />															\n			<p><a name=\"current\"></a>Current happenings....</p>		\n			<h2>Lifetime Achievement Award - Jan 2023</h2>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-768x545.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n		https://youtu.be/Nlhk_A40RcI		\n			<h4>Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) - 2023</h4>		\n		<p> We are happy to announce that Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) Provision Program in rural South India was received by<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/hci-board-members/#sulo\">Sulo Krishnamurthy</a></strong> and<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/marie.brien.94?__cft__[0]=AZVQxzjM2I6teeRvM6b4o998lE4mhXtZ9FcN7QMl2ugQNEIPUAS33B9oZCvZNBZZ9aFR3mipGpEjvv5z9zFxc59b-JCYXuihn1hJ0V_o3uJ9D9ejifzMGf9pdhBq2qAyC_TkegyfXP02UrJBoFMSsNTKP-paYZNmYa21PxOuxl73Ew&amp;__tn__=-]K-R\">Marie Brien</a> </strong>in Vienna on 23rd Feb 2023 for our performance in delivering Assistive Technology devices.</p>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"494\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-300x145.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-768x371.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1536x741.jpg 1536w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023.jpg 1591w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n			<h4><a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/Subscribe_NL.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Subscribe to our Newsletter</a></h4>		\n			<a name=\"get\"></a>		\n			<h2><a name=\"involved\">How Can You Get Involved?</a></h2>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/current-projects/\">\n										Sponsor\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Sponsoring a child with disabilities helps with: Food and clothing expenses, Education, Vocational training, Recreational, Medical and rehabilitation expenses. Please look through the options available.</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/donation-options/\">\n										Donate\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Your donation can be used to sponsor a child, feed a facility, fund assistive devices, etc. Every dollar makes an impact!</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"/volunteer/\">\n										Volunteer\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Experience a life-changing educational and cultural experience that will expand your horizons, and enhance your knowledge.</strong></p>		\n			<h2>A Few of Our Success Stories</h2>		\n			[testimonial_view id=\"1\"]		\n			<h2>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-toggle{text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{font-weight:700;line-height:1;margin:0;padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;cursor:pointer;outline:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon{display:inline-block;width:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon svg{-webkit-margin-start:-5px;margin-inline-start:-5px;width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-right{float:right;text-align:right}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-left{float:left;text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active{border-bottom:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;display:none}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{padding:12px}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:12px 10px}}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-toggle,.e-con>.elementor-widget-toggle{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n												<a href=\"\">How can I donate?</a>\n					<p>You have a choice to donating to various causes such as Sponsoring a Child, Assistive Devices, Sponsoring Meals for children with special needs, supporting the Early Intervention Program, etc.</p><p>You can donate through PayPal/Credit Card, the PayPal Giving Fund, or eTransfer.</p><p>Explore our &#8220;Get Involved&#8221; section in our menu to learn more!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">What is the Enabling Inclusion App?</a>\n					<p>A technology leveraged solution to maximize each developmental delayed child’s potential for functional independence, participation and inclusion in community / school.</p><p>To learn more, watch the clip linked below:</p><p><a href=\"http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kB8nirUSgM\">Enabling Inclusion App Demo</a></p>\n												<a href=\"\">Where do I apply to be a volunteer?</a>\n					<p>Check out our placements option in the menu. Here, you can learn more about general volunteering and clinical placements!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">Can I get a clinical placement as a university student?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Currently, clinical placements are available for students who are in their Master&#8217;s Program, in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and in speech language and pathology from all Universities across Canada. More information about placements can be found under Placements &gt; Clinical Placements on the menu bar.</p>\n												<a href=\"\">I am a high school student. Can I get a volunteer placement?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Volunteer placements are available for any/all high school and university students across Canada. Through these placements, volunteers will build invaluable leadership skills, gain cultural insights, cultivate lifelong friendships, and have fun. 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elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><h2><h2 data-elementor-setting-key=\"title\" data-pen-placeholder=\"Type Here...\" style=\"line-height: var( --e-global-typography-primary-line-height ); color: rgb(251, 251, 251); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-size: 29px; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-weight ); letter-spacing: normal; word-spacing: 0px; background-color: rgb(7, 21, 101);\">Tribute to Sri K.V.Mahadevan by\nNaadhashram Academy</h2></h2>		\n		<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 16px; color: #ffff00; font-weight: 500; line-height: 200%;\">Was a GRAND SUCCESS!! <br />Many thanks Naadashram, with special thanks to Karthik Ramalingam and his entire band of singers and players, Sponsors (see below), volunteers, organizers, Special guests, the master of ceremony, the behind the scene tech team and all the attendees who made the event so joyful and so vibrant !!!</p>		\n			[smartslider3 slider=\"11\"]		\n			<h2>Annual Walkathon - 2023</h2>		\n		<p align=\"justify\" style=\"line-height:200%\">We are getting closer to reaching our goal of 800+ <strong> <a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/assistive-technology-program/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Assistive devices</a></strong>\nfor children and youth who are in need. We still have a lot of need for this project, please click on the link above and donate generously.</p>		\n															<img width=\"629\" height=\"775\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg 629w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna-243x300.jpg 243w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 629px) 100vw, 629px\" />															\n		<center>Four year old Alyna had this comment as she left the park...\"This was the best day of my life!\"</center>		\n			<a href=\"https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNjIxeWUp4xXfQwif9Fcn-l2SDPiJVLeEvq6teFGg7Iu6qK3s6g6ojFqCg_fUp26A?key=akZsVVlyOHdYMXZLcWdrc2xjMEZSX1ZGR3Z3MUpB\" role=\"button\">\n						Click Here to View Album\n					</a>\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Who Are We?</a></h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n		<p>Handi-Care Intl. is a registered Canadian charity that is run exclusively by volunteers, enabling us to keep admin charges <b>below 3%</b>. We are dedicated to empowering children with disabilities by building partnerships, fundraising for projects and implementing programs in low resource settings primarily in India. We liaison with major Canadian Universities to facilitate clinical placements and promote volunteerism.</p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAWVhowy9uM		\n			<h2>Our Focus is:</h2>		\n			<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"http://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/plugins/elementor/assets/css/widget-icon-list.min.css\">		<ul>\n							<li>\n										Rehabilitation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Education\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Empowerment\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Clinical Placements - Canadian students\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Research studies\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p>For children and youth with disabilities in rural India.</p>		\n															<img width=\"726\" height=\"469\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg 726w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 726px) 100vw, 726px\" />															\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Where Can My Donations be Used?</a></h2>		\n		<p>You have a choice of donating to various programs such as:</p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Sponsor a Child in Early Intervention\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/Donate/equipment_support_2021.php\">\n										Assistive Devices\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/meal-for-a-day-campus-feeding/\">\n										Meal for a Day / Campus Feeding\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Early Intervention Program\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/adopt-a-child/\">\n										Sponsor a child age 6 to 18\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/sponsor-a-youth/\">\n										Sponsor a youth\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Genaral donation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Give a Gift certificate to someone\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n															<img width=\"1556\" height=\"1040\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg 1556w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-300x201.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1556px) 100vw, 1556px\" />															\n			<p><a name=\"current\"></a>Current happenings....</p>		\n			<h2>Lifetime Achievement Award - Jan 2023</h2>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-768x545.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n		https://youtu.be/Nlhk_A40RcI		\n			<h4>Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) - 2023</h4>		\n		<p> We are happy to announce that Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) Provision Program in rural South India was received by<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/hci-board-members/#sulo\">Sulo Krishnamurthy</a></strong> and<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/marie.brien.94?__cft__[0]=AZVQxzjM2I6teeRvM6b4o998lE4mhXtZ9FcN7QMl2ugQNEIPUAS33B9oZCvZNBZZ9aFR3mipGpEjvv5z9zFxc59b-JCYXuihn1hJ0V_o3uJ9D9ejifzMGf9pdhBq2qAyC_TkegyfXP02UrJBoFMSsNTKP-paYZNmYa21PxOuxl73Ew&amp;__tn__=-]K-R\">Marie Brien</a> </strong>in Vienna on 23rd Feb 2023 for our performance in delivering Assistive Technology devices.</p>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"494\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-300x145.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-768x371.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1536x741.jpg 1536w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023.jpg 1591w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n			<h4><a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/Subscribe_NL.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Subscribe to our Newsletter</a></h4>		\n			<a name=\"get\"></a>		\n			<h2><a name=\"involved\">How Can You Get Involved?</a></h2>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/current-projects/\">\n										Sponsor\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Sponsoring a child with disabilities helps with: Food and clothing expenses, Education, Vocational training, Recreational, Medical and rehabilitation expenses. Please look through the options available.</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/donation-options/\">\n										Donate\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Your donation can be used to sponsor a child, feed a facility, fund assistive devices, etc. Every dollar makes an impact!</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"/volunteer/\">\n										Volunteer\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Experience a life-changing educational and cultural experience that will expand your horizons, and enhance your knowledge.</strong></p>		\n			<h2>A Few of Our Success Stories</h2>		\n			[testimonial_view id=\"1\"]		\n			<h2>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-toggle{text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{font-weight:700;line-height:1;margin:0;padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;cursor:pointer;outline:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon{display:inline-block;width:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon svg{-webkit-margin-start:-5px;margin-inline-start:-5px;width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-right{float:right;text-align:right}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-left{float:left;text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active{border-bottom:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;display:none}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{padding:12px}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:12px 10px}}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-toggle,.e-con>.elementor-widget-toggle{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n												<a href=\"\">How can I donate?</a>\n					<p>You have a choice to donating to various causes such as Sponsoring a Child, Assistive Devices, Sponsoring Meals for children with special needs, supporting the Early Intervention Program, etc.</p><p>You can donate through PayPal/Credit Card, the PayPal Giving Fund, or eTransfer.</p><p>Explore our &#8220;Get Involved&#8221; section in our menu to learn more!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">What is the Enabling Inclusion App?</a>\n					<p>A technology leveraged solution to maximize each developmental delayed child’s potential for functional independence, participation and inclusion in community / school.</p><p>To learn more, watch the clip linked below:</p><p><a href=\"http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kB8nirUSgM\">Enabling Inclusion App Demo</a></p>\n												<a href=\"\">Where do I apply to be a volunteer?</a>\n					<p>Check out our placements option in the menu. Here, you can learn more about general volunteering and clinical placements!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">Can I get a clinical placement as a university student?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Currently, clinical placements are available for students who are in their Master&#8217;s Program, in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and in speech language and pathology from all Universities across Canada. More information about placements can be found under Placements &gt; Clinical Placements on the menu bar.</p>\n												<a href=\"\">I am a high school student. Can I get a volunteer placement?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Volunteer placements are available for any/all high school and university students across Canada. Through these placements, volunteers will build invaluable leadership skills, gain cultural insights, cultivate lifelong friendships, and have fun. 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elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><h2>Raising funds for</h2>		\n			<a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/AT\" role=\"button\">\n						Assistive device for children with disabilities\n					</a>\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/early-intervention-program/\" role=\"button\">\n						Sponsorship for children in Early Intervention\n					</a>\n			<h2><h2 data-elementor-setting-key=\"title\" data-pen-placeholder=\"Type Here...\" style=\"line-height: var( --e-global-typography-primary-line-height ); color: rgb(251, 251, 251); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-size: 29px; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-primary-font-weight ); letter-spacing: normal; word-spacing: 0px; background-color: rgb(7, 21, 101);\">Tribute to Sri K.V.Mahadevan by\nNaadhashram Academy</h2></h2>		\n		<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 16px; color: #ffff00; font-weight: 500; line-height: 200%;\">Was a GRAND SUCCESS!! <br />Many thanks Naadashram, with special thanks to Karthik Ramalingam and his entire band of singers and players, Sponsors (see below), volunteers, organizers, Special guests, the master of ceremony, the behind the scene tech team and all the attendees who made the event so joyful and so vibrant !!!</p>		\n			[smartslider3 slider=\"11\"]		\n			<h2>Annual Walkathon - 2023</h2>		\n		<p align=\"justify\" style=\"line-height:200%\">We are getting closer to reaching our goal of 800+ <strong> <a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/assistive-technology-program/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Assistive devices</a></strong>\nfor children and youth who are in need. We still have a lot of need for this project, please click on the link above and donate generously.</p>		\n															<img width=\"629\" height=\"775\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna.jpg 629w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Alyna-243x300.jpg 243w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 629px) 100vw, 629px\" />															\n		<center>Four year old Alyna had this comment as she left the park...\"This was the best day of my life!\"</center>		\n			<a href=\"https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNjIxeWUp4xXfQwif9Fcn-l2SDPiJVLeEvq6teFGg7Iu6qK3s6g6ojFqCg_fUp26A?key=akZsVVlyOHdYMXZLcWdrc2xjMEZSX1ZGR3Z3MUpB\" role=\"button\">\n						Click Here to View Album\n					</a>\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Who Are We?</a></h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n		<p>Handi-Care Intl. is a registered Canadian charity that is run exclusively by volunteers, enabling us to keep admin charges <b>below 3%</b>. We are dedicated to empowering children with disabilities by building partnerships, fundraising for projects and implementing programs in low resource settings primarily in India. We liaison with major Canadian Universities to facilitate clinical placements and promote volunteerism.</p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAWVhowy9uM		\n			<h2>Our Focus is:</h2>		\n			<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"http://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/plugins/elementor/assets/css/widget-icon-list.min.css\">		<ul>\n							<li>\n										Rehabilitation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Education\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Empowerment\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Clinical Placements - Canadian students\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Research studies\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p>For children and youth with disabilities in rural India.</p>		\n															<img width=\"726\" height=\"469\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2.jpg 726w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Children2-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 726px) 100vw, 726px\" />															\n			<h2><a href=\"http://google.ca\">Where Can My Donations be Used?</a></h2>		\n		<p>You have a choice of donating to various programs such as:</p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Sponsor a Child in Early Intervention\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/Donate/equipment_support_2021.php\">\n										Assistive Devices\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/meal-for-a-day-campus-feeding/\">\n										Meal for a Day / Campus Feeding\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/early-intervention-program/\">\n										Early Intervention Program\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/adopt-a-child/\">\n										Sponsor a child age 6 to 18\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n											<a href=\"/sponsor-a-youth/\">\n										Sponsor a youth\n											</a>\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Genaral donation\n									</li>\n								<li>\n										Give a Gift certificate to someone\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n															<img width=\"1556\" height=\"1040\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1.jpg 1556w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-300x201.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mohammed-basith-wheel-chair-1-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1556px) 100vw, 1556px\" />															\n			<p><a name=\"current\"></a>Current happenings....</p>		\n			<h2>Lifetime Achievement Award - Jan 2023</h2>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-1024x726.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy-768x545.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Life-Time-Achievement-Award-2023-copy.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n		https://youtu.be/Nlhk_A40RcI		\n			<h4>Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) - 2023</h4>		\n		<p> We are happy to announce that Zero Project Award for Pediatric Assistive Technology (AT) Provision Program in rural South India was received by<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/hci-board-members/#sulo\">Sulo Krishnamurthy</a></strong> and<strong> <a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/marie.brien.94?__cft__[0]=AZVQxzjM2I6teeRvM6b4o998lE4mhXtZ9FcN7QMl2ugQNEIPUAS33B9oZCvZNBZZ9aFR3mipGpEjvv5z9zFxc59b-JCYXuihn1hJ0V_o3uJ9D9ejifzMGf9pdhBq2qAyC_TkegyfXP02UrJBoFMSsNTKP-paYZNmYa21PxOuxl73Ew&amp;__tn__=-]K-R\">Marie Brien</a> </strong>in Vienna on 23rd Feb 2023 for our performance in delivering Assistive Technology devices.</p>		\n															<img width=\"1024\" height=\"494\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1024x494.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-300x145.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-768x371.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023-1536x741.jpg 1536w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Zero-Project-Award-2023.jpg 1591w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />															\n			<h4><a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/Subscribe_NL.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Subscribe to our Newsletter</a></h4>		\n			<a name=\"get\"></a>		\n			<h2><a name=\"involved\">How Can You Get Involved?</a></h2>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/current-projects/\">\n										Sponsor\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Sponsoring a child with disabilities helps with: Food and clothing expenses, Education, Vocational training, Recreational, Medical and rehabilitation expenses. Please look through the options available.</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/donation-options/\">\n										Donate\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Your donation can be used to sponsor a child, feed a facility, fund assistive devices, etc. Every dollar makes an impact!</strong></p>		\n					<ul>\n							<li>\n											<a href=\"/volunteer/\">\n										Volunteer\n											</a>\n									</li>\n						</ul>\n		<p><strong>Experience a life-changing educational and cultural experience that will expand your horizons, and enhance your knowledge.</strong></p>		\n			<h2>A Few of Our Success Stories</h2>		\n			[testimonial_view id=\"1\"]		\n			<h2>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</h2>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-toggle{text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{font-weight:700;line-height:1;margin:0;padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;cursor:pointer;outline:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon{display:inline-block;width:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon svg{-webkit-margin-start:-5px;margin-inline-start:-5px;width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-right{float:right;text-align:right}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon.elementor-toggle-icon-left{float:left;text-align:left}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title .elementor-toggle-icon .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active{border-bottom:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-closed{display:none}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-toggle-icon-opened{display:block}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4d4d4;display:none}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-title{padding:12px}.elementor-toggle .elementor-tab-content{padding:12px 10px}}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-toggle,.e-con>.elementor-widget-toggle{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n												<a href=\"\">How can I donate?</a>\n					<p>You have a choice to donating to various causes such as Sponsoring a Child, Assistive Devices, Sponsoring Meals for children with special needs, supporting the Early Intervention Program, etc.</p><p>You can donate through PayPal/Credit Card, the PayPal Giving Fund, or eTransfer.</p><p>Explore our &#8220;Get Involved&#8221; section in our menu to learn more!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">What is the Enabling Inclusion App?</a>\n					<p>A technology leveraged solution to maximize each developmental delayed child’s potential for functional independence, participation and inclusion in community / school.</p><p>To learn more, watch the clip linked below:</p><p><a href=\"http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kB8nirUSgM\">Enabling Inclusion App Demo</a></p>\n												<a href=\"\">Where do I apply to be a volunteer?</a>\n					<p>Check out our placements option in the menu. Here, you can learn more about general volunteering and clinical placements!</p>\n												<a href=\"\">Can I get a clinical placement as a university student?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Currently, clinical placements are available for students who are in their Master&#8217;s Program, in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and in speech language and pathology from all Universities across Canada. More information about placements can be found under Placements &gt; Clinical Placements on the menu bar.</p>\n												<a href=\"\">I am a high school student. Can I get a volunteer placement?</a>\n					<p>Yes. Volunteer placements are available for any/all high school and university students across Canada. Through these placements, volunteers will build invaluable leadership skills, gain cultural insights, cultivate lifelong friendships, and have fun. More information about placements can be found under Placements &gt; General Volunteering on the menu bar.</p>\n												<a href=\"\">My question is not here.</a>\n					<p>Didn&#8217;t answer your question? Feel free to send us an email of your question at info@handicareintl.org.</p>\n															<img width=\"768\" height=\"1159\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Equipped9-768x1159.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Equipped9-768x1159.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Equipped9-199x300.jpg 199w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Equipped9-678x1024.jpg 678w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Equipped9-1018x1536.jpg 1018w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Equipped9.jpg 1060w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" />','Home','','inherit','closed','closed','','175-revision-v1','','','2023-08-04 12:32:21','2023-08-04 16:32:21','',175,'https://www.handicareintl.org/?p=10917',0,'revision','',0),(10919,7,'2023-08-07 12:27:45','2023-08-07 16:27:45','<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><p>Handi-Care Intl. Equipment and\nAssistive Technology Program 2022-2023\n<br>\nOur award winning program</p>		\n			<h1 align=\"center\">Urgent Need! </h1>\n	<p align=\"center\" style=\"font-size:20px;\">\n	    <a href=\"#program\"><u>What Is This Program? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#why\"><u>Why Have This Program? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"#work\"><u>How Does The Program  Work? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\"><u> Research Work by Canadians </u> ||</a>\n	<a href=\"#help\"><u>How Can You Help? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#glossary\"><u>Glossary </u></a>	||\n	|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2020.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2020 campaign </u></a>|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2021.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2021 campaign </u></a> || <a href=\"#success\"><u>Success stories </u></a> || <a href=\"#ass\"><u>Assessement for devices </u></a></p> ||\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}</style>												<img width=\"768\" height=\"546\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-1024x728.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022.jpg 1258w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" />															\n																<a href=\"https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid026dvcJEx2tL64h41NqJSytSVGwMYF5xdmRCiircnnTUDBBGvoo6WxCd6QmxCUU6EMl&#038;id=201245449949441&#038;sfnsn=wiwspwa&#038;mibextid=6aamW6\">\n							<img src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Zero-Project-1-pzvonhsa95y4rnz3bx7524h7nx8u9uzc5hqgvaf79k.jpeg\" title=\"Zero Project\" alt=\"Zero Project\" />								</a>\n			<p>We are proud to announce that HCI /ASSA has won the 1st prize for 2022 from Assistive Tech Foundation.</p>		\n															<img width=\"205\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg 205w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 205px) 100vw, 205px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Power Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Hearing Aids</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"199\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg 199w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-678x1024.jpg 678w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-768x1159.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-1018x1536.jpg 1018w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches.jpg 1060w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 199px) 100vw, 199px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Crutches</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Rollator</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-768x1023.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Corner Chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair with standing frame</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"program\">\nWhat is this program?\n</a></p>		\n		https://youtu.be/t-1awcLOyFg<p align=\"justify\">More than<strong> 5000 children and youth with various disabilities</strong> at Amar Seva Sangam, India, are supported by Handi-Care Intl. Many of them need essential mobility devices and equipment <strong>which they cannot afford. This includes hearing aids, walkers, wheelchairs, supportive chairs, orthotics, magnifiers, standing boards and other assistive technology.</strong> This program helps children, youth and young adults with disabilities in rural India obtain the equipment they need.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">According to The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF): “any product, instrument, equipment or technology adapted or specially designed for improving the functioning of a person with a disability.\" <strong><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\">Research Work by Canadians</a></strong> - PPT file</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Handi-Care Intl. conducted a campaign for Assistive devices in 2020 and thanks to all our donors and funders, we provided a total of <strong>752 pieces of equipment, ranging from power wheelchairs to orthotics and enabled 500 persons with disabilities to gain mobility and functionality.</strong></p>		\n			<a name=\"service_data\"></a>		\n			<p>Devices distributed: 2020 to 2023</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-wrapper{display:flex;font-size:69px;font-weight:600;line-height:1}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix,.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{flex-grow:1;white-space:pre-wrap}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix{text-align:right}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{text-align:left}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-title{text-align:center;font-size:19px;font-weight:400;line-height:2.5}</style>		\n				0\n							Hearing aid and Accessories\n				0\n							Wheelchair\n				0\n							Postural devices\n				0\n							Mobility devices\n				0\n							Calipers\n				0\n							Adaptations\n				0\n							Total no of equipment donated\n			<p><a name=\"why\">\nWhy have this program?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Assistive equipment are an integral part of the overall rehabilitation and providing patients with these devices at the right stage of their development will not only make the other aspects of therapy more efficient, it will reduce caregiver strain considerably as well as enhance school enrollment.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">There are no suitable government aid programs in India to assist people with disabilities to purchase such equipment that are custom made based on a proper needs assessment and individualized measurements. Jeff and Giovanna Boniface, two Occupational Therapists from Canada who volunteered at Amar Seva Sangam (ASSA) in 2017 and 2019 along with their son, Luciano and daughter Vincenza saw a great need for provision of equipment and assistive devices / technology to allow people with disabilities to maximize their function and reach their potential.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">With the support of Bonifaces, Handi-Care Intl, set up the program in 2019 to support young adults with disabilities through provision of assistive devices. After the program showed significant improvement in the functioning of our clients, leading them to independent lives, the program was expanded to include children in home / village based rehabilitation programs at our partner organizations in India.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"work\">\nHow does the program work?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Our rehabilitation programs are unique and globally recognized. Our partner organizations in India are implementing both centre and home based therapy services by qualified therapists. When a patient is identified with an imminent need for an assistive device such as a wheelchair, walker, hearing aid, etc. it is brought to the attention of the program coordinator who in turn submits an application to HCI with details of the patient, his/her needs, the impending benefits and the patient\'s or families ability to contribute to the cost. A review board at HCI studies each application and upon approval, it is brought out for funding request.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"help\">\nHow Can You Help?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">By donating to this program, you are helping people with disabilities obtain custom designed equipment that is essential for them to be more functional and maximize their therapy outcome.</p>\n<ul>\n 	<li>Monetary donations are most preferred so that local equipment can be procured. Though some items such as walkers, wheelchairs are donated from Canada we rarely get any pediatric equipment and local procurement of equipment allows for greater customization and future adjustments.</li>\n 	<li>ASSA in India has their own Orthotics Unit, where they are able to make “Ankle Foot Orthotics” (AFO) and “Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics” (KAFO) that are custom designed for each patient. This not only keeps the cost to a bare minimum, but allows for adjustments as the child’s condition changes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p align=\"justify\">We request your support for this much needed program. The list of beneficiaries and their requirements are listed below. Please select a child and click the \"Donate Now\" button, personalized for each child or choose \"General Donation\". You have an option to select multiple children by checking the boxes next to the donate buttons.</p>		\n			<p><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/docs/pdf/HCI-ASSA-Assistive-Device.ppsx\">\nAssistive Devices Description - Powerpoint Slide Show File\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"704\" height=\"25\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/eligible.gif\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<p><a name=\"glossary\">\nGlossary\n</a></p>		\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-8d96b69\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Category</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Equipment Included</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Communication devices\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Communication related software with tablet or laptop\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair + Accessories\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Splints, Braces, Activity tray, Head support\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Postural device\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												CP Chair / Standing Frame / Corner Chair / CP chair with standing frame\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Implant maintanance (battery and more)\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing Aid Maintenance services, Post Cochlear Implant\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Mobility device / Orthosis\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Rollator / Walker / Elbow crutches / Ankle Foot Orthotics(AFO) / Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics(KAFO) / Braces\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Portable Toilet Adaptation devices\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Shoe modifications, Portable Toilet modifications\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"success\">\nSuccess Stories\n</a></p>		\n			<p>Sai Pavi Sri Murugaraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n			<p>Without Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She used to bend while standing. Not able to stand without support. She is not able to crawl.</p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n			<p>With Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She can stand straight and take steps to initiate walking with the support of rollator. She crawls with gaiters.</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n			<p>Mageshwari Subramaniyan</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-column .elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--spacer-size)}.e-con{--container-widget-width:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer{width:var(--container-widget-width,var(--spacer-size));--align-self:var(--container-widget-align-self,initial);--flex-shrink:0}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer{height:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--container-widget-height,var(--spacer-size))}</style>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<p>Without CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She cannot raise her head while sitting.<br />2. Have increased tightness in her ankle.</p>		\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair.jpg 512w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<p>With CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She raises her trunk and She can explore the surrounding while sitting in a CP chair.<br />2. Her tightness in the ankle have reduced</p>		\n			<p>Ayisha Naseema</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ayisha-naseema-2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-b7dd2a9\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Initial Assessment Feb, 2015</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Last assessment Feb. 2019</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive language:  Score: 1.42 / 4.o<br>\nExpressive language: Score: 1.66 / 4.0\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive Language: score: 3.75 /4.0<br>\nExpressive language: score: 3.69 /4.0\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												<strong>Intervention provided:</strong><br>\nCustom fitted hearing aid <br>\nExtensive speech therapy\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Able to hear spoken words<br>\nAble to speak fluently with some errors.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Esakkiraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-80b0f70\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Assistive device</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With custom fitted walker</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Inside home, he walks with wall support. For out door mobility, he was depending on parents / brother to hold hand and walk.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now he is able to go to school independently. Able to participate in few games with his peers in the school.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>M.Pushpasri</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"231\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Esakkiraj-rollator.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-c3cd3c1\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without CP Chair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With CP Chair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												She was not able to sit independently, so most of the time in a day she was lying on floor and no participation in any activities.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												With CP chair, she is able to attain sitting position. Now she can eat snacks by herself, watch TV, communicate with others easily and participate in learning.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Rithika</p>		\n															<img width=\"151\" height=\"256\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Rithika-Wheel-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-ce01c31\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Due to lower limb muscles tightness, walking was very difficult and high energy expenditure. So she was carried by others to reach school.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now she is able to go to school by self propelling the wheel chair and other outdoor places nearby.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"ass\">\nAssessment for Device\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"230\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg 230w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153.jpeg 499w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 230px) 100vw, 230px\" />															\n															<img width=\"191\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg 191w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-650x1024.jpeg 650w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406.jpeg 660w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>','Assistive Technology Program','','inherit','closed','closed','','8216-revision-v1','','','2023-08-07 12:27:45','2023-08-07 16:27:45','',8216,'https://www.handicareintl.org/?p=10919',0,'revision','',0),(10920,7,'2023-08-07 12:27:45','2023-08-07 16:27:45','<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><p>Handi-Care Intl. Equipment and\nAssistive Technology Program 2022-2023\n<br>\nOur award winning program</p>		\n			<h1 align=\"center\">Urgent Need! </h1>\n	<p align=\"center\" style=\"font-size:20px;\">\n	    <a href=\"#program\"><u>What Is This Program? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#why\"><u>Why Have This Program? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"#work\"><u>How Does The Program  Work? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\"><u> Research Work by Canadians </u> ||</a>\n	<a href=\"#help\"><u>How Can You Help? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#glossary\"><u>Glossary </u></a>	||\n	|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2020.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2020 campaign </u></a>|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2021.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2021 campaign </u></a> || <a href=\"#success\"><u>Success stories </u></a> || <a href=\"#ass\"><u>Assessement for devices </u></a></p> ||\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}</style>												<img width=\"768\" height=\"546\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-1024x728.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022.jpg 1258w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" />															\n																<a href=\"https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid026dvcJEx2tL64h41NqJSytSVGwMYF5xdmRCiircnnTUDBBGvoo6WxCd6QmxCUU6EMl&#038;id=201245449949441&#038;sfnsn=wiwspwa&#038;mibextid=6aamW6\">\n							<img src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Zero-Project-1-pzvonhsa95y4rnz3bx7524h7nx8u9uzc5hqgvaf79k.jpeg\" title=\"Zero Project\" alt=\"Zero Project\" />								</a>\n			<p>We are proud to announce that HCI /ASSA has won the 1st prize for 2022 from Assistive Tech Foundation.</p>		\n															<img width=\"205\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg 205w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 205px) 100vw, 205px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Power Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Hearing Aids</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"199\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg 199w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-678x1024.jpg 678w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-768x1159.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-1018x1536.jpg 1018w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches.jpg 1060w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 199px) 100vw, 199px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Crutches</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Rollator</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-768x1023.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Corner Chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair with standing frame</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"program\">\nWhat is this program?\n</a></p>		\n		https://youtu.be/t-1awcLOyFg<p align=\"justify\">More than<strong> 5000 children and youth with various disabilities</strong> at Amar Seva Sangam, India, are supported by Handi-Care Intl. Many of them need essential mobility devices and equipment <strong>which they cannot afford. This includes hearing aids, walkers, wheelchairs, supportive chairs, orthotics, magnifiers, standing boards and other assistive technology.</strong> This program helps children, youth and young adults with disabilities in rural India obtain the equipment they need.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">According to The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF): “any product, instrument, equipment or technology adapted or specially designed for improving the functioning of a person with a disability.\" <strong><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\">Research Work by Canadians</a></strong> - PPT file</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Handi-Care Intl. conducted a campaign for Assistive devices in 2020 and thanks to all our donors and funders, we provided a total of <strong>752 pieces of equipment, ranging from power wheelchairs to orthotics and enabled 500 persons with disabilities to gain mobility and functionality.</strong></p>		\n			<a name=\"service_data\"></a>		\n			<p>Devices distributed: 2020 to 2023</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-wrapper{display:flex;font-size:69px;font-weight:600;line-height:1}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix,.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{flex-grow:1;white-space:pre-wrap}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix{text-align:right}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{text-align:left}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-title{text-align:center;font-size:19px;font-weight:400;line-height:2.5}</style>		\n				0\n							Hearing aid and Accessories\n				0\n							Wheelchair\n				0\n							Postural devices\n				0\n							Mobility devices\n				0\n							Calipers\n				0\n							Adaptations\n				0\n							Total no of equipment donated\n			<p><a name=\"why\">\nWhy have this program?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Assistive equipment are an integral part of the overall rehabilitation and providing patients with these devices at the right stage of their development will not only make the other aspects of therapy more efficient, it will reduce caregiver strain considerably as well as enhance school enrollment.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">There are no suitable government aid programs in India to assist people with disabilities to purchase such equipment that are custom made based on a proper needs assessment and individualized measurements. Jeff and Giovanna Boniface, two Occupational Therapists from Canada who volunteered at Amar Seva Sangam (ASSA) in 2017 and 2019 along with their son, Luciano and daughter Vincenza saw a great need for provision of equipment and assistive devices / technology to allow people with disabilities to maximize their function and reach their potential.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">With the support of Bonifaces, Handi-Care Intl, set up the program in 2019 to support young adults with disabilities through provision of assistive devices. After the program showed significant improvement in the functioning of our clients, leading them to independent lives, the program was expanded to include children in home / village based rehabilitation programs at our partner organizations in India.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"work\">\nHow does the program work?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Our rehabilitation programs are unique and globally recognized. Our partner organizations in India are implementing both centre and home based therapy services by qualified therapists. When a patient is identified with an imminent need for an assistive device such as a wheelchair, walker, hearing aid, etc. it is brought to the attention of the program coordinator who in turn submits an application to HCI with details of the patient, his/her needs, the impending benefits and the patient\'s or families ability to contribute to the cost. A review board at HCI studies each application and upon approval, it is brought out for funding request.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"help\">\nHow Can You Help?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">By donating to this program, you are helping people with disabilities obtain custom designed equipment that is essential for them to be more functional and maximize their therapy outcome.</p>\n<ul>\n 	<li>Monetary donations are most preferred so that local equipment can be procured. Though some items such as walkers, wheelchairs are donated from Canada we rarely get any pediatric equipment and local procurement of equipment allows for greater customization and future adjustments.</li>\n 	<li>ASSA in India has their own Orthotics Unit, where they are able to make “Ankle Foot Orthotics” (AFO) and “Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics” (KAFO) that are custom designed for each patient. This not only keeps the cost to a bare minimum, but allows for adjustments as the child’s condition changes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p align=\"justify\">We request your support for this much needed program. The list of beneficiaries and their requirements are listed below. Please select a child and click the \"Donate Now\" button, personalized for each child or choose \"General Donation\". You have an option to select multiple children by checking the boxes next to the donate buttons.</p>		\n			<p><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/docs/pdf/HCI-ASSA-Assistive-Device.ppsx\">\nAssistive Devices Description - Powerpoint Slide Show File\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"704\" height=\"25\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/eligible.gif\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<p><a name=\"glossary\">\nGlossary\n</a></p>		\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-8d96b69\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Category</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Equipment Included</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Communication devices\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Communication related software with tablet or laptop\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair + Accessories\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Splints, Braces, Activity tray, Head support\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Postural device\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												CP Chair / Standing Frame / Corner Chair / CP chair with standing frame\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Implant maintanance (battery and more)\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing Aid Maintenance services, Post Cochlear Implant\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Mobility device / Orthosis\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Rollator / Walker / Elbow crutches / Ankle Foot Orthotics(AFO) / Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics(KAFO) / Braces\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Portable Toilet Adaptation devices\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Shoe modifications, Portable Toilet modifications\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"success\">\nSuccess Stories\n</a></p>		\n			<p>Sai Pavi Sri Murugaraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n			<p>Without Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She used to bend while standing. Not able to stand without support. She is not able to crawl.</p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n			<p>With Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She can stand straight and take steps to initiate walking with the support of rollator. She crawls with gaiters.</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n			<p>Mageshwari Subramaniyan</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-column .elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--spacer-size)}.e-con{--container-widget-width:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer{width:var(--container-widget-width,var(--spacer-size));--align-self:var(--container-widget-align-self,initial);--flex-shrink:0}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer{height:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--container-widget-height,var(--spacer-size))}</style>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<p>Without CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She cannot raise her head while sitting.<br />2. Have increased tightness in her ankle.</p>		\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair.jpg 512w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<p>With CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She raises her trunk and She can explore the surrounding while sitting in a CP chair.<br />2. Her tightness in the ankle have reduced</p>		\n			<p>Ayisha Naseema</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ayisha-naseema-2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-b7dd2a9\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Initial Assessment Feb, 2015</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Last assessment Feb. 2019</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive language:  Score: 1.42 / 4.o<br>\nExpressive language: Score: 1.66 / 4.0\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive Language: score: 3.75 /4.0<br>\nExpressive language: score: 3.69 /4.0\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												<strong>Intervention provided:</strong><br>\nCustom fitted hearing aid <br>\nExtensive speech therapy\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Able to hear spoken words<br>\nAble to speak fluently with some errors.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Esakkiraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-80b0f70\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Assistive device</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With custom fitted walker</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Inside home, he walks with wall support. For out door mobility, he was depending on parents / brother to hold hand and walk.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now he is able to go to school independently. Able to participate in few games with his peers in the school.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>M.Pushpasri</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"231\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Esakkiraj-rollator.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-c3cd3c1\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without CP Chair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With CP Chair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												She was not able to sit independently, so most of the time in a day she was lying on floor and no participation in any activities.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												With CP chair, she is able to attain sitting position. Now she can eat snacks by herself, watch TV, communicate with others easily and participate in learning.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Rithika</p>		\n															<img width=\"151\" height=\"256\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Rithika-Wheel-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-ce01c31\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Due to lower limb muscles tightness, walking was very difficult and high energy expenditure. So she was carried by others to reach school.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now she is able to go to school by self propelling the wheel chair and other outdoor places nearby.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"ass\">\nAssessment for Device\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"230\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg 230w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153.jpeg 499w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 230px) 100vw, 230px\" />															\n															<img width=\"191\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg 191w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-650x1024.jpeg 650w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406.jpeg 660w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>','Assistive Technology Program','','inherit','closed','closed','','8216-revision-v1','','','2023-08-07 12:27:45','2023-08-07 16:27:45','',8216,'https://www.handicareintl.org/?p=10920',0,'revision','',0),(10921,7,'2023-08-07 12:27:46','2023-08-07 16:27:46','<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><p>Handi-Care Intl. Equipment and\nAssistive Technology Program 2022-2023\n<br>\nOur award winning program</p>		\n			<h1 align=\"center\">Urgent Need! </h1>\n	<p align=\"center\" style=\"font-size:20px;\">\n	    <a href=\"#program\"><u>What Is This Program? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#why\"><u>Why Have This Program? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"#work\"><u>How Does The Program  Work? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\"><u> Research Work by Canadians </u> ||</a>\n	<a href=\"#help\"><u>How Can You Help? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#glossary\"><u>Glossary </u></a>	||\n	|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2020.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2020 campaign </u></a>|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2021.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2021 campaign </u></a> || <a href=\"#success\"><u>Success stories </u></a> || <a href=\"#ass\"><u>Assessement for devices </u></a></p> ||\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}</style>												<img width=\"768\" height=\"546\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-1024x728.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022.jpg 1258w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" />															\n																<a href=\"https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid026dvcJEx2tL64h41NqJSytSVGwMYF5xdmRCiircnnTUDBBGvoo6WxCd6QmxCUU6EMl&#038;id=201245449949441&#038;sfnsn=wiwspwa&#038;mibextid=6aamW6\">\n							<img src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Zero-Project-1-pzvonhsa95y4rnz3bx7524h7nx8u9uzc5hqgvaf79k.jpeg\" title=\"Zero Project\" alt=\"Zero Project\" />								</a>\n			<p>We are proud to announce that HCI /ASSA has won the 1st prize for 2022 from Assistive Tech Foundation.</p>		\n															<img width=\"205\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg 205w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 205px) 100vw, 205px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Power Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Hearing Aids</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"199\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg 199w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-678x1024.jpg 678w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-768x1159.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-1018x1536.jpg 1018w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches.jpg 1060w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 199px) 100vw, 199px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Crutches</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Rollator</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-768x1023.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Corner Chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair with standing frame</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"program\">\nWhat is this program?\n</a></p>		\n		https://youtu.be/t-1awcLOyFg<p align=\"justify\">More than<strong> 5000 children and youth with various disabilities</strong> at Amar Seva Sangam, India, are supported by Handi-Care Intl. Many of them need essential mobility devices and equipment <strong>which they cannot afford. This includes hearing aids, walkers, wheelchairs, supportive chairs, orthotics, magnifiers, standing boards and other assistive technology.</strong> This program helps children, youth and young adults with disabilities in rural India obtain the equipment they need.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">According to The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF): “any product, instrument, equipment or technology adapted or specially designed for improving the functioning of a person with a disability.\" <strong><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\">Research Work by Canadians</a></strong> - PPT file</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Handi-Care Intl. conducted a campaign for Assistive devices in 2020 and thanks to all our donors and funders, we provided a total of <strong>752 pieces of equipment, ranging from power wheelchairs to orthotics and enabled 500 persons with disabilities to gain mobility and functionality.</strong></p>		\n			<a name=\"service_data\"></a>		\n			<p>Devices distributed: 2020 to 2023</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-wrapper{display:flex;font-size:69px;font-weight:600;line-height:1}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix,.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{flex-grow:1;white-space:pre-wrap}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix{text-align:right}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{text-align:left}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-title{text-align:center;font-size:19px;font-weight:400;line-height:2.5}</style>		\n				0\n							Hearing aid and Accessories\n				0\n							Wheelchair and accessories\n				0\n							Postural devices\n				0\n							Mobility devices\n				0\n							Calipers\n				0\n							Adaptations\n				0\n							Therapy Equipment\n				0\n							Total no of equipment donated\n			<p><a name=\"why\">\nWhy have this program?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Assistive equipment are an integral part of the overall rehabilitation and providing patients with these devices at the right stage of their development will not only make the other aspects of therapy more efficient, it will reduce caregiver strain considerably as well as enhance school enrollment.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">There are no suitable government aid programs in India to assist people with disabilities to purchase such equipment that are custom made based on a proper needs assessment and individualized measurements. Jeff and Giovanna Boniface, two Occupational Therapists from Canada who volunteered at Amar Seva Sangam (ASSA) in 2017 and 2019 along with their son, Luciano and daughter Vincenza saw a great need for provision of equipment and assistive devices / technology to allow people with disabilities to maximize their function and reach their potential.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">With the support of Bonifaces, Handi-Care Intl, set up the program in 2019 to support young adults with disabilities through provision of assistive devices. After the program showed significant improvement in the functioning of our clients, leading them to independent lives, the program was expanded to include children in home / village based rehabilitation programs at our partner organizations in India.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"work\">\nHow does the program work?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Our rehabilitation programs are unique and globally recognized. Our partner organizations in India are implementing both centre and home based therapy services by qualified therapists. When a patient is identified with an imminent need for an assistive device such as a wheelchair, walker, hearing aid, etc. it is brought to the attention of the program coordinator who in turn submits an application to HCI with details of the patient, his/her needs, the impending benefits and the patient\'s or families ability to contribute to the cost. A review board at HCI studies each application and upon approval, it is brought out for funding request.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"help\">\nHow Can You Help?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">By donating to this program, you are helping people with disabilities obtain custom designed equipment that is essential for them to be more functional and maximize their therapy outcome.</p>\n<ul>\n 	<li>Monetary donations are most preferred so that local equipment can be procured. Though some items such as walkers, wheelchairs are donated from Canada we rarely get any pediatric equipment and local procurement of equipment allows for greater customization and future adjustments.</li>\n 	<li>ASSA in India has their own Orthotics Unit, where they are able to make “Ankle Foot Orthotics” (AFO) and “Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics” (KAFO) that are custom designed for each patient. This not only keeps the cost to a bare minimum, but allows for adjustments as the child’s condition changes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p align=\"justify\">We request your support for this much needed program. The list of beneficiaries and their requirements are listed below. Please select a child and click the \"Donate Now\" button, personalized for each child or choose \"General Donation\". You have an option to select multiple children by checking the boxes next to the donate buttons.</p>		\n			<p><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/docs/pdf/HCI-ASSA-Assistive-Device.ppsx\">\nAssistive Devices Description - Powerpoint Slide Show File\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"704\" height=\"25\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/eligible.gif\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<p><a name=\"glossary\">\nGlossary\n</a></p>		\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-8d96b69\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Category</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Equipment Included</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Communication devices\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Communication related software with tablet or laptop\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair + Accessories\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Splints, Braces, Activity tray, Head support\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Postural device\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												CP Chair / Standing Frame / Corner Chair / CP chair with standing frame\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Implant maintanance (battery and more)\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing Aid Maintenance services, Post Cochlear Implant\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Mobility device / Orthosis\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Rollator / Walker / Elbow crutches / Ankle Foot Orthotics(AFO) / Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics(KAFO) / Braces\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Portable Toilet Adaptation devices\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Shoe modifications, Portable Toilet modifications\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"success\">\nSuccess Stories\n</a></p>		\n			<p>Sai Pavi Sri Murugaraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n			<p>Without Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She used to bend while standing. Not able to stand without support. She is not able to crawl.</p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n			<p>With Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She can stand straight and take steps to initiate walking with the support of rollator. She crawls with gaiters.</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n			<p>Mageshwari Subramaniyan</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-column .elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--spacer-size)}.e-con{--container-widget-width:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer{width:var(--container-widget-width,var(--spacer-size));--align-self:var(--container-widget-align-self,initial);--flex-shrink:0}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer{height:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--container-widget-height,var(--spacer-size))}</style>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<p>Without CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She cannot raise her head while sitting.<br />2. Have increased tightness in her ankle.</p>		\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair.jpg 512w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<p>With CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She raises her trunk and She can explore the surrounding while sitting in a CP chair.<br />2. Her tightness in the ankle have reduced</p>		\n			<p>Ayisha Naseema</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ayisha-naseema-2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-b7dd2a9\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Initial Assessment Feb, 2015</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Last assessment Feb. 2019</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive language:  Score: 1.42 / 4.o<br>\nExpressive language: Score: 1.66 / 4.0\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive Language: score: 3.75 /4.0<br>\nExpressive language: score: 3.69 /4.0\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												<strong>Intervention provided:</strong><br>\nCustom fitted hearing aid <br>\nExtensive speech therapy\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Able to hear spoken words<br>\nAble to speak fluently with some errors.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Esakkiraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-80b0f70\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Assistive device</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With custom fitted walker</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Inside home, he walks with wall support. For out door mobility, he was depending on parents / brother to hold hand and walk.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now he is able to go to school independently. Able to participate in few games with his peers in the school.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>M.Pushpasri</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"231\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Esakkiraj-rollator.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-c3cd3c1\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without CP Chair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With CP Chair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												She was not able to sit independently, so most of the time in a day she was lying on floor and no participation in any activities.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												With CP chair, she is able to attain sitting position. Now she can eat snacks by herself, watch TV, communicate with others easily and participate in learning.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Rithika</p>		\n															<img width=\"151\" height=\"256\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Rithika-Wheel-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-ce01c31\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Due to lower limb muscles tightness, walking was very difficult and high energy expenditure. So she was carried by others to reach school.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now she is able to go to school by self propelling the wheel chair and other outdoor places nearby.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"ass\">\nAssessment for Device\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"230\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg 230w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153.jpeg 499w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 230px) 100vw, 230px\" />															\n															<img width=\"191\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg 191w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-650x1024.jpeg 650w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406.jpeg 660w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>','Assistive Technology Program','','inherit','closed','closed','','8216-revision-v1','','','2023-08-07 12:27:46','2023-08-07 16:27:46','',8216,'https://www.handicareintl.org/?p=10921',0,'revision','',0),(10922,7,'2023-08-07 12:28:46','2023-08-07 16:28:46','<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><p>Handi-Care Intl. Equipment and\nAssistive Technology Program 2022-2023\n<br>\nOur award winning program</p>		\n			<h1 align=\"center\">Urgent Need! </h1>\n	<p align=\"center\" style=\"font-size:20px;\">\n	    <a href=\"#program\"><u>What Is This Program? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#why\"><u>Why Have This Program? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"#work\"><u>How Does The Program  Work? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\"><u> Research Work by Canadians </u> ||</a>\n	<a href=\"#help\"><u>How Can You Help? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#glossary\"><u>Glossary </u></a>	||\n	|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2020.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2020 campaign </u></a>|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2021.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2021 campaign </u></a> || <a href=\"#success\"><u>Success stories </u></a> || <a href=\"#ass\"><u>Assessement for devices </u></a></p> ||\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}</style>												<img width=\"768\" height=\"546\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-1024x728.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022.jpg 1258w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" />															\n																<a href=\"https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid026dvcJEx2tL64h41NqJSytSVGwMYF5xdmRCiircnnTUDBBGvoo6WxCd6QmxCUU6EMl&#038;id=201245449949441&#038;sfnsn=wiwspwa&#038;mibextid=6aamW6\">\n							<img src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Zero-Project-1-pzvonhsa95y4rnz3bx7524h7nx8u9uzc5hqgvaf79k.jpeg\" title=\"Zero Project\" alt=\"Zero Project\" />								</a>\n			<p>We are proud to announce that HCI /ASSA has won the 1st prize for 2022 from Assistive Tech Foundation.</p>		\n															<img width=\"205\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg 205w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 205px) 100vw, 205px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Power Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Hearing Aids</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"199\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg 199w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-678x1024.jpg 678w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-768x1159.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-1018x1536.jpg 1018w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches.jpg 1060w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 199px) 100vw, 199px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Crutches</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Rollator</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-768x1023.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Corner Chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair with standing frame</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"program\">\nWhat is this program?\n</a></p>		\n		https://youtu.be/t-1awcLOyFg<p align=\"justify\">More than<strong> 5000 children and youth with various disabilities</strong> at Amar Seva Sangam, India, are supported by Handi-Care Intl. Many of them need essential mobility devices and equipment <strong>which they cannot afford. This includes hearing aids, walkers, wheelchairs, supportive chairs, orthotics, magnifiers, standing boards and other assistive technology.</strong> This program helps children, youth and young adults with disabilities in rural India obtain the equipment they need.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">According to The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF): “any product, instrument, equipment or technology adapted or specially designed for improving the functioning of a person with a disability.\" <strong><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\">Research Work by Canadians</a></strong> - PPT file</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Handi-Care Intl. conducted a campaign for Assistive devices in 2020 and thanks to all our donors and funders, we provided a total of <strong>752 pieces of equipment, ranging from power wheelchairs to orthotics and enabled 500 persons with disabilities to gain mobility and functionality.</strong></p>		\n			<a name=\"service_data\"></a>		\n			<p>Devices distributed: 2020 to 2023</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-wrapper{display:flex;font-size:69px;font-weight:600;line-height:1}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix,.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{flex-grow:1;white-space:pre-wrap}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix{text-align:right}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{text-align:left}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-title{text-align:center;font-size:19px;font-weight:400;line-height:2.5}</style>		\n				0\n							Hearing aid and Accessories\n				0\n							Wheelchair and accessories\n				0\n							Postural devices\n				0\n							Mobility devices\n				0\n							Calipers\n				0\n							Adaptations\n				0\n							Therapy Equipment\n				0\n							Total no of equipment donated\n			<p><a name=\"why\">\nWhy have this program?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Assistive equipment are an integral part of the overall rehabilitation and providing patients with these devices at the right stage of their development will not only make the other aspects of therapy more efficient, it will reduce caregiver strain considerably as well as enhance school enrollment.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">There are no suitable government aid programs in India to assist people with disabilities to purchase such equipment that are custom made based on a proper needs assessment and individualized measurements. Jeff and Giovanna Boniface, two Occupational Therapists from Canada who volunteered at Amar Seva Sangam (ASSA) in 2017 and 2019 along with their son, Luciano and daughter Vincenza saw a great need for provision of equipment and assistive devices / technology to allow people with disabilities to maximize their function and reach their potential.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">With the support of Bonifaces, Handi-Care Intl, set up the program in 2019 to support young adults with disabilities through provision of assistive devices. After the program showed significant improvement in the functioning of our clients, leading them to independent lives, the program was expanded to include children in home / village based rehabilitation programs at our partner organizations in India.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"work\">\nHow does the program work?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Our rehabilitation programs are unique and globally recognized. Our partner organizations in India are implementing both centre and home based therapy services by qualified therapists. When a patient is identified with an imminent need for an assistive device such as a wheelchair, walker, hearing aid, etc. it is brought to the attention of the program coordinator who in turn submits an application to HCI with details of the patient, his/her needs, the impending benefits and the patient\'s or families ability to contribute to the cost. A review board at HCI studies each application and upon approval, it is brought out for funding request.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"help\">\nHow Can You Help?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">By donating to this program, you are helping people with disabilities obtain custom designed equipment that is essential for them to be more functional and maximize their therapy outcome.</p>\n<ul>\n 	<li>Monetary donations are most preferred so that local equipment can be procured. Though some items such as walkers, wheelchairs are donated from Canada we rarely get any pediatric equipment and local procurement of equipment allows for greater customization and future adjustments.</li>\n 	<li>ASSA in India has their own Orthotics Unit, where they are able to make “Ankle Foot Orthotics” (AFO) and “Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics” (KAFO) that are custom designed for each patient. This not only keeps the cost to a bare minimum, but allows for adjustments as the child’s condition changes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p align=\"justify\">We request your support for this much needed program. The list of beneficiaries and their requirements are listed below. Please select a child and click the \"Donate Now\" button, personalized for each child or choose \"General Donation\". You have an option to select multiple children by checking the boxes next to the donate buttons.</p>		\n			<p><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/docs/pdf/HCI-ASSA-Assistive-Device.ppsx\">\nAssistive Devices Description - Powerpoint Slide Show File\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"704\" height=\"25\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/eligible.gif\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<p><a name=\"glossary\">\nGlossary\n</a></p>		\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-8d96b69\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Category</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Equipment Included</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Communication devices\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Communication related software with tablet or laptop\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair + Accessories\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Splints, Braces, Activity tray, Head support\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Postural device\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												CP Chair / Standing Frame / Corner Chair / CP chair with standing frame\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Implant maintanance (battery and more)\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing Aid Maintenance services, Post Cochlear Implant\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Mobility device / Orthosis\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Rollator / Walker / Elbow crutches / Ankle Foot Orthotics(AFO) / Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics(KAFO) / Braces\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Portable Toilet Adaptation devices\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Shoe modifications, Portable Toilet modifications\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"success\">\nSuccess Stories\n</a></p>		\n			<p>Sai Pavi Sri Murugaraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n			<p>Without Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She used to bend while standing. Not able to stand without support. She is not able to crawl.</p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n			<p>With Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She can stand straight and take steps to initiate walking with the support of rollator. She crawls with gaiters.</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n			<p>Mageshwari Subramaniyan</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-column .elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--spacer-size)}.e-con{--container-widget-width:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer{width:var(--container-widget-width,var(--spacer-size));--align-self:var(--container-widget-align-self,initial);--flex-shrink:0}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer{height:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--container-widget-height,var(--spacer-size))}</style>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<p>Without CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She cannot raise her head while sitting.<br />2. Have increased tightness in her ankle.</p>		\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair.jpg 512w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<p>With CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She raises her trunk and She can explore the surrounding while sitting in a CP chair.<br />2. Her tightness in the ankle have reduced</p>		\n			<p>Ayisha Naseema</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ayisha-naseema-2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-b7dd2a9\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Initial Assessment Feb, 2015</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Last assessment Feb. 2019</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive language:  Score: 1.42 / 4.o<br>\nExpressive language: Score: 1.66 / 4.0\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive Language: score: 3.75 /4.0<br>\nExpressive language: score: 3.69 /4.0\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												<strong>Intervention provided:</strong><br>\nCustom fitted hearing aid <br>\nExtensive speech therapy\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Able to hear spoken words<br>\nAble to speak fluently with some errors.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Esakkiraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-80b0f70\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Assistive device</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With custom fitted walker</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Inside home, he walks with wall support. For out door mobility, he was depending on parents / brother to hold hand and walk.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now he is able to go to school independently. Able to participate in few games with his peers in the school.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>M.Pushpasri</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"231\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Esakkiraj-rollator.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-c3cd3c1\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without CP Chair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With CP Chair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												She was not able to sit independently, so most of the time in a day she was lying on floor and no participation in any activities.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												With CP chair, she is able to attain sitting position. Now she can eat snacks by herself, watch TV, communicate with others easily and participate in learning.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Rithika</p>		\n															<img width=\"151\" height=\"256\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Rithika-Wheel-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-ce01c31\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Due to lower limb muscles tightness, walking was very difficult and high energy expenditure. So she was carried by others to reach school.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now she is able to go to school by self propelling the wheel chair and other outdoor places nearby.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"ass\">\nAssessment for Device\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"230\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg 230w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153.jpeg 499w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 230px) 100vw, 230px\" />															\n															<img width=\"191\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg 191w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-650x1024.jpeg 650w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406.jpeg 660w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>','Assistive Technology Program','','inherit','closed','closed','','8216-revision-v1','','','2023-08-07 12:28:46','2023-08-07 16:28:46','',8216,'https://www.handicareintl.org/?p=10922',0,'revision','',0),(10923,7,'2023-08-07 12:28:46','2023-08-07 16:28:46','<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}</style><p>Handi-Care Intl. Equipment and\nAssistive Technology Program 2022-2023\n<br>\nOur award winning program</p>		\n			<h1 align=\"center\">Urgent Need! </h1>\n	<p align=\"center\" style=\"font-size:20px;\">\n	    <a href=\"#program\"><u>What Is This Program? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#why\"><u>Why Have This Program? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"#work\"><u>How Does The Program  Work? </u></a>	|| 	\n	<a href=\"/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\"><u> Research Work by Canadians </u> ||</a>\n	<a href=\"#help\"><u>How Can You Help? </u></a>	|| <a href=\"#glossary\"><u>Glossary </u></a>	||\n	|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2020.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2020 campaign </u></a>|| <a href=\"/Donate/assistive_devices_2021.php\"><u> Devices donated in 2021 campaign </u></a> || <a href=\"#success\"><u>Success stories </u></a> || <a href=\"#ass\"><u>Assessement for devices </u></a></p> ||\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}</style>												<img width=\"768\" height=\"546\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-768x546.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-300x213.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022-1024x728.jpg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AT-Award-2022.jpg 1258w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" />															\n																<a href=\"https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid026dvcJEx2tL64h41NqJSytSVGwMYF5xdmRCiircnnTUDBBGvoo6WxCd6QmxCUU6EMl&#038;id=201245449949441&#038;sfnsn=wiwspwa&#038;mibextid=6aamW6\">\n							<img src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Zero-Project-1-pzvonhsa95y4rnz3bx7524h7nx8u9uzc5hqgvaf79k.jpeg\" title=\"Zero Project\" alt=\"Zero Project\" />								</a>\n			<p>We are proud to announce that HCI /ASSA has won the 1st prize for 2022 from Assistive Tech Foundation.</p>		\n															<img width=\"205\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair-205x300.jpg 205w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Power-Wheelchair.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 205px) 100vw, 205px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Power Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Hearing-Aids.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Hearing Aids</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"199\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-199x300.jpg 199w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-678x1024.jpg 678w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-768x1159.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches-1018x1536.jpg 1018w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Crutches.jpg 1060w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 199px) 100vw, 199px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Crutches</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Wheelchair-with-Bilateral-AFO.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Wheelchair</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Rollator</strong></p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-768x1023.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Corner-Chair.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Corner Chair</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CP-Chair-with-Standing-Frame.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n		<p style=\"text-align: center;\">CP chair with standing frame</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"program\">\nWhat is this program?\n</a></p>		\n		https://youtu.be/t-1awcLOyFg<p align=\"justify\">More than<strong> 5000 children and youth with various disabilities</strong> at Amar Seva Sangam, India, are supported by Handi-Care Intl. Many of them need essential mobility devices and equipment <strong>which they cannot afford. This includes hearing aids, walkers, wheelchairs, supportive chairs, orthotics, magnifiers, standing boards and other assistive technology.</strong> This program helps children, youth and young adults with disabilities in rural India obtain the equipment they need.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">According to The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF): “any product, instrument, equipment or technology adapted or specially designed for improving the functioning of a person with a disability.\" <strong><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/Donate/Research-work-study_Nov20-2020.pdf\">Research Work by Canadians</a></strong> - PPT file</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Handi-Care Intl. conducted a campaign for Assistive devices in 2020 and thanks to all our donors and funders, we provided a total of <strong>752 pieces of equipment, ranging from power wheelchairs to orthotics and enabled 500 persons with disabilities to gain mobility and functionality.</strong></p>		\n			<a name=\"service_data\"></a>		\n			<p>Devices distributed: 2020 to 2023</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-wrapper{display:flex;font-size:69px;font-weight:600;line-height:1}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix,.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{flex-grow:1;white-space:pre-wrap}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-prefix{text-align:right}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-number-suffix{text-align:left}.elementor-counter .elementor-counter-title{text-align:center;font-size:19px;font-weight:400;line-height:2.5}</style>		\n				0\n							Hearing aid and Accessories\n				0\n							Wheelchair and accessories\n				0\n							Postural devices\n				0\n							Mobility devices\n				0\n							Calipers\n				0\n							Adaptations\n				0\n							Therapy Equipment\n				0\n							Total no of equipment donated\n			<p><a name=\"why\">\nWhy have this program?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Assistive equipment are an integral part of the overall rehabilitation and providing patients with these devices at the right stage of their development will not only make the other aspects of therapy more efficient, it will reduce caregiver strain considerably as well as enhance school enrollment.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">There are no suitable government aid programs in India to assist people with disabilities to purchase such equipment that are custom made based on a proper needs assessment and individualized measurements. Jeff and Giovanna Boniface, two Occupational Therapists from Canada who volunteered at Amar Seva Sangam (ASSA) in 2017 and 2019 along with their son, Luciano and daughter Vincenza saw a great need for provision of equipment and assistive devices / technology to allow people with disabilities to maximize their function and reach their potential.</p>\n<p align=\"justify\">With the support of Bonifaces, Handi-Care Intl, set up the program in 2019 to support young adults with disabilities through provision of assistive devices. After the program showed significant improvement in the functioning of our clients, leading them to independent lives, the program was expanded to include children in home / village based rehabilitation programs at our partner organizations in India.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"work\">\nHow does the program work?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">Our rehabilitation programs are unique and globally recognized. Our partner organizations in India are implementing both centre and home based therapy services by qualified therapists. When a patient is identified with an imminent need for an assistive device such as a wheelchair, walker, hearing aid, etc. it is brought to the attention of the program coordinator who in turn submits an application to HCI with details of the patient, his/her needs, the impending benefits and the patient\'s or families ability to contribute to the cost. A review board at HCI studies each application and upon approval, it is brought out for funding request.</p>		\n			<p><a name=\"help\">\nHow Can You Help?\n</a></p>		\n		<p align=\"justify\">By donating to this program, you are helping people with disabilities obtain custom designed equipment that is essential for them to be more functional and maximize their therapy outcome.</p>\n<ul>\n 	<li>Monetary donations are most preferred so that local equipment can be procured. Though some items such as walkers, wheelchairs are donated from Canada we rarely get any pediatric equipment and local procurement of equipment allows for greater customization and future adjustments.</li>\n 	<li>ASSA in India has their own Orthotics Unit, where they are able to make “Ankle Foot Orthotics” (AFO) and “Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics” (KAFO) that are custom designed for each patient. This not only keeps the cost to a bare minimum, but allows for adjustments as the child’s condition changes.</li>\n</ul>\n<p align=\"justify\">We request your support for this much needed program. The list of beneficiaries and their requirements are listed below. Please select a child and click the \"Donate Now\" button, personalized for each child or choose \"General Donation\". You have an option to select multiple children by checking the boxes next to the donate buttons.</p>		\n			<p><a href=\"https://handicareintl.org/docs/pdf/HCI-ASSA-Assistive-Device.ppsx\">\nAssistive Devices Description - Powerpoint Slide Show File\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"704\" height=\"25\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/eligible.gif\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>\n			<p><a name=\"glossary\">\nGlossary\n</a></p>		\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-8d96b69\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Category</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Equipment Included</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing aid - Both ears\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Walker, Rollator, Crutches, Standing Frame, CP chair and Corner chair\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Communication devices\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Communication related software with tablet or laptop\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Manual Wheelchair for youth / adult\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair + Accessories\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Wheelchair, Splints, Braces, Activity tray, Head support\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Roho cushions\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Postural device\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												CP Chair / Standing Frame / Corner Chair / CP chair with standing frame\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Implant maintanance (battery and more)\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Hearing Aid Maintenance services, Post Cochlear Implant\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Mobility device / Orthosis\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Rollator / Walker / Elbow crutches / Ankle Foot Orthotics(AFO) / Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics(KAFO) / Braces\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Portable Toilet Adaptation devices\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Shoe modifications, Portable Toilet modifications\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"success\">\nSuccess Stories\n</a></p>		\n			<p>Sai Pavi Sri Murugaraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"225\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-bil-gaiters.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" />															\n			<p>Without Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She used to bend while standing. Not able to stand without support. She is not able to crawl.</p>		\n															<img width=\"169\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-169x300.jpg 169w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator-576x1024.jpg 576w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sai-pavi-sri-rollator.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" />															\n			<p>With Rollator, Bilateral gaiters</p>		\n		<p>She can stand straight and take steps to initiate walking with the support of rollator. She crawls with gaiters.</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-divider{--divider-border-style:none;--divider-border-width:1px;--divider-color:#2c2c2c;--divider-icon-size:20px;--divider-element-spacing:10px;--divider-pattern-height:24px;--divider-pattern-size:20px;--divider-pattern-url:none;--divider-pattern-repeat:repeat-x}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider{display:flex}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{font-size:15px;line-height:1;max-width:95%}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__element{margin:0 var(--divider-element-spacing);flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-icon{font-size:var(--divider-icon-size)}.elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider-separator{display:flex;margin:0;direction:ltr}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator{align-items:center}.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text .elementor-divider-separator:before{display:block;content:\"\";border-bottom:0;flex-grow:1;border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:first-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider-separator:before{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-left .elementor-divider__element{margin-left:0}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider .elementor-divider-separator>.elementor-divider__svg:last-of-type{flex-grow:0;flex-shrink:100}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider-separator:after{content:none}.elementor-widget-divider--element-align-right .elementor-divider__element{margin-right:0}.elementor-widget-divider:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_text):not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line_icon) .elementor-divider-separator{border-top:var(--divider-border-width) var(--divider-border-style) var(--divider-color)}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern{--divider-border-style:none}.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern.elementor-widget-divider--view-line .elementor-divider-separator,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:after,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not(.elementor-widget-divider--view-line) .elementor-divider-separator:before,.elementor-widget-divider--separator-type-pattern:not([class*=elementor-widget-divider--view]) .elementor-divider-separator{width:100%;min-height:var(--divider-pattern-height);-webkit-mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;mask-size:var(--divider-pattern-size) 100%;-webkit-mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);mask-repeat:var(--divider-pattern-repeat);background-color:var(--divider-color);-webkit-mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url);mask-image:var(--divider-pattern-url)}.elementor-widget-divider--no-spacing{--divider-pattern-size:auto}.elementor-widget-divider--bg-round{--divider-pattern-repeat:round}.rtl .elementor-widget-divider .elementor-divider__text{direction:rtl}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-divider,.e-con>.elementor-widget-divider{width:var(--container-widget-width);--flex-grow:var(--container-widget-flex-grow)}</style>		\n			<p>Mageshwari Subramaniyan</p>		\n			<style>/*! elementor - v3.9.2 - 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-column .elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--spacer-size)}.e-con{--container-widget-width:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer{width:var(--container-widget-width,var(--spacer-size));--align-self:var(--container-widget-align-self,initial);--flex-shrink:0}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer{height:100%}.e-con-inner>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner,.e-con>.elementor-widget-spacer>.elementor-widget-container>.elementor-spacer>.elementor-spacer-inner{height:var(--container-widget-height,var(--spacer-size))}</style>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<p>Without CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She cannot raise her head while sitting.<br />2. Have increased tightness in her ankle.</p>		\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/maheswari-CP-chair.jpg 512w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<p>With CP Chair, Bilateral AFO</p>		\n		<p>1. She raises her trunk and She can explore the surrounding while sitting in a CP chair.<br />2. Her tightness in the ankle have reduced</p>		\n			<p>Ayisha Naseema</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ayisha-naseema-2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-b7dd2a9\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Initial Assessment Feb, 2015</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Last assessment Feb. 2019</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive language:  Score: 1.42 / 4.o<br>\nExpressive language: Score: 1.66 / 4.0\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Receptive Language: score: 3.75 /4.0<br>\nExpressive language: score: 3.69 /4.0\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        						<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												<strong>Intervention provided:</strong><br>\nCustom fitted hearing aid <br>\nExtensive speech therapy\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Able to hear spoken words<br>\nAble to speak fluently with some errors.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Esakkiraj</p>		\n															<img width=\"153\" height=\"238\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pushpasri-CP-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-80b0f70\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Assistive device</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With custom fitted walker</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Inside home, he walks with wall support. For out door mobility, he was depending on parents / brother to hold hand and walk.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now he is able to go to school independently. Able to participate in few games with his peers in the school.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>M.Pushpasri</p>		\n															<img width=\"150\" height=\"231\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Esakkiraj-rollator.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-c3cd3c1\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without CP Chair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														With CP Chair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												She was not able to sit independently, so most of the time in a day she was lying on floor and no participation in any activities.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												With CP chair, she is able to attain sitting position. Now she can eat snacks by herself, watch TV, communicate with others easily and participate in learning.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p>Rithika</p>		\n															<img width=\"151\" height=\"256\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Rithika-Wheel-chair.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" />															\n			<table id=\"eael-data-table-ce01c31\">\n			    <thead>\n			        <tr>\n									            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				            <th id=\"\" colspan=\"\">\n														Without Wheelchair</th>\n			        				        </tr>\n			    </thead>\n			  	<tbody>\n											<tr>\n																   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Due to lower limb muscles tightness, walking was very difficult and high energy expenditure. So she was carried by others to reach school.\n											</td>\n																													   											<td colspan=\"\" rowspan=\"\" id=\"\">\n												Now she is able to go to school by self propelling the wheel chair and other outdoor places nearby.\n											</td>\n																										</tr>\n			        			    </tbody>\n			</table>\n			<p><a name=\"ass\">\nAssessment for Device\n</a></p>		\n															<img width=\"230\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153-230x300.jpeg 230w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.-AD-measurement-camp-at-Achanputhur-EI-centre-on-03-oct-2020-e1672399347153.jpeg 499w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 230px) 100vw, 230px\" />															\n															<img width=\"191\" height=\"300\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-191x300.jpeg 191w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406-650x1024.jpeg 650w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/15-AD-measurement-surandai-01-oct-2020-e1672399433406.jpeg 660w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n															<img width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-1024x769.jpeg 1024w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020-768x577.jpeg 768w, https://www.handicareintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/7-AD-measurement-melapavur-02-oct-2020.jpeg 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />															\n			<a href=\"https://www.handicareintl.org/Donate/equipment_support_2023.php\" role=\"button\">\n						Go to equipment list\n					</a>','Assistive Technology Program','','inherit','closed','closed','','8216-revision-v1','','','2023-08-07 12:28:46','2023-08-07 16:28:46','',8216,'https://www.handicareintl.org/?p=10923',0,'revision','',0),