Sri Vijaya Puram, May 14: Composite Regional Centre for Skill Development, Rehabilitation and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Andaman & Nicobar Islands (CRC A&N Islands) in association with Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation (ALIMCO) of India under the initiative of Pradhan Mantri Divyasha Vyoshri Kendra (PMDVK) organized an Aids & Appliances Assessment Camp today for the inmates of Disabled and Old Age Home at Abhuday Complex, Ferrargunj in collaboration with the Directorate of Social Welfare.
A total of 54 inmates were assessed during the camp, including 35 senior citizens and 19 Divyangjan. A multidisciplinary team of professionals from CRC A&N Islands conducted detailed assessments for various aids and appliances based on the individual functional needs of the beneficiaries.
As part of the programme, orientation and awareness sessions were also conducted on Niramaya Health Insurance Scheme and rehabilitation services for Persons with Disabilities and senior citizens. The camp was organized under the guidance & support of Shri Ashok Biswas, Nodal Officer (Disabilities), Directorate of Social Welfare, A&N Administration Smti. Sumithamol S., Director, CRC A&N Islands.