At our inclusive creche, where we welcome, nurture and celebrate children of all abilities, we celebrated India’s 74th Republic Day with our children, parents and staff in the play area. Patriotic songs played in the background as the invitees marvelled at the tricolour balloons and whiteboards decorated specially for the
Purple Fest: Celebrating Diversity, the only event of its kind in India, was held at the Entertainment Society of Goa complex, in Panjim, January 6—8, 2023. The unique festival of inclusion was organised by the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Goa, in collaboration with the Directorate of Social Welfare
When we brush our own teeth we know how hard or soft to brush, where we feel sensitivity, how to miss the gums etc. To have someone else shove the toothbrush into your mouth and brush your teeth without you controlling it, can be really discomforting especially to a child
My seven-year old son Izaan has autism and intellectual disability, and is non-verbal. He’d throw things or push chairs to indicate that he was hungry, tired or sleepy. He had few words and little eye contact. Izaan’s speech therapy at Sethu began by focusing on extending his sitting time and
I want to take my child, Robin*, to the circus. Robin’s four years old and autistic so everything must be planned carefully to ensure that the outing goes smoothly. He has no trouble verbalising his needs but tends to get anxious when we go out. He doesn’t like being outdoors