BPEF: Bridging health care and social rehabilitation
Summary
BP Eye Foundation has been linking free healthcare with rehabilitation and social empowerment for children with visual, hearing and other disabilities in Nepal since 1991. It is now also providing autism therapy and telemedicine services while expanding support for children affected by floods.
Key Points
- BP Eye Foundation says it is Nepal’s first non-profit organisation dedicated to free rehabilitation services for children with disabilities.
- The foundation provides training in daily living skills, Braille and sign language, along with referrals and transport support for patients in need.
- It is currently offering free autism therapy to more than 30 children and has expanded telemedicine services after the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Founders and officials say the need for rehabilitation has grown, especially for children affected by recent floods.
