Disha - Early Intervention and School Readiness Scheme

About This Scheme

Disha-Early Intervention and School Readiness Scheme was launched by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities , Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. Govt. of India.This scheme aims at setting up Disha Centres for early intervention for Person with Disability (PwD) in 0-10 years of age covered under the National Trust Act, through therapies, trainings and providing support to family members.

Eligibility

Following are the eligibility criteria that a PwD should have to be enrolled under Disha Centre: 1. PwD should be in the age group of 0-10 years. 1. PwD should have one of the disabilities covered under the [National Trust Act, 1999](https://cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in/s3300891a62162b960cf02ce3827bb363c/uploads/2024/09/20240918793880368.pdf), which are Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Mental Retardation and Multiple Disabilities.

Benefits

1. Day Care: Day-care facilities to PwD for at least 4 hours in a day.1. Staffing: Provision of Therapies, trainings and providing support to family members.1. Counselling: Counselling and guidance especially for Activities for Daily Living (ADL) must be provided to parents or guardians of PwD with regular follow-ups by RO to ensure that parents or guardians attend a minimum number of counselling sessions.1. Transport Facilities: Registered Organisations can also provide transportation facilities to PwD in case it is mutually suitable for both. 1. Assessment and Evaluation: PwD should be assessed and evaluated by experts in the related field on a regular basis to understand their individual needs and also to monitor the progress of the PwD.

How to Apply

Where This Comes From

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