The project “Early Identification and Early Intervention of Children with Disabilities to Improve Quality of Life,” supported by the Liliane Foundation, commenced on April 1, 2023. This project’s primary focus is on enhancing the quality of life for children with disabilities, emphasizing early identification and rehabilitation. 

Early intervention approaches aim to address the social, psychological, and economic consequences of chronic disability in children, contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals and promoting equal opportunities for disabled children. The project covers three states: Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal, with a targeted outreach of 1500 disabled children in the age group of 0-5 years. 

As a part of this initiative, a comprehensive 7-day refresher training session on early identification and early intervention for CBR workers was held from 9 to 15 September 2023, at Jan Vikas Samiti. This session had 18 dedicated CBR workers from the states of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal. Throughout the intensive training program, various therapeutic techniques were explored, including the creation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), the development of Teaching and Learning Materials (TLMs), and the utilization of essential developmental devices such as standing frames, corner seats, special chairs, gait trainers, and abductor wedges. 

Additionally, the trainer provided in-depth information about speech therapy, offering practical demonstrations that equipped the participants with valuable skills to support children’s overall development.